Stand with feet hip-width apart
Hold a barbell or dumbbells in front of your thighs
Keep a slight bend in your knees
Brace your core
Keep your back neutral
Push your hips back
Lower the weight along your legs
Stop when you feel a stretch in your hamstrings
Keep the weight close to your body
Drive your hips forward to return to standing
Squeeze your glutes at the top
Repeat with controlled movement
Avoid rounding your back
Avoid bending your knees too much
Avoid letting the weight drift away from your body