Reps and sets
A simple way to start squatting is to perform two or three sets of 10 to 12 repetitions with about a minute’s rest between.
You can work up to around 20 repetitions and reduce the rest period for more strength endurance, or drop the repetitions to between five and eight with two or three minutes rest in between for more pure strength. To create a training effect the last few repetitions of any set should be tough to maintain with good form.