Place your feet about 3-5 inches apart on the center of the platform and your toes pointing out and grab the handles above your shoulders.
Arch your back slightly, press the weight up and release the locks. Keep all weight on your heels and lift your toes up off the platform.
Lower the weight until your knees are bent to an angle of 90 degree or less. Keep your toes on the platform for the lower half of the movement. Do not bounce the weight.
Slowly push the weight up, keeping your hips on the pad, your back arched, and your knees moving out in the same direction as your feet. Do not lock your knees.