How To Squat 1. Start by standing with your feet hip-width apart, toes pointing forward, chin up and core braced. 2. Hold your arms out in front of you or by your sides – just don’t put your hands on your legs, whatever you do. 3. Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the ground - the best way to describe it is like sitting down on an invisible chair. Go lower if you can – as long as it doesn’t hurt (and you can keep your balance) you’re OK. If you’re not sure if you’re going low enough, try squatting onto a box that’s slightly lower than knee height. Each time your glutes make contact with it, that’s a legitimate rep. 4. Stand back up and repeat.