a harness apparatus for a user engaging in freestanding leg exercises with a weightlifting bar is presented . the apparatus has at least two shoulder harness straps shaped for resting on the users shoulders . front hooks are positioned on the front of the shoulder harness straps and configured for holding the weightlifting bar when the user places the weightlifting bar on a chest position . back hooks are positioned on the back of the shoulder harness straps and configured for holding the weightlifting bar when the user places the weightlifting bar on a behind the neck position . a vertical spine blade attachable to the shoulder harness straps is provided for assisting the user in maintaining an upright position of the users upper torso during the exercises . a weightlifting belt attachable to the vertical spine blade provides support to the users lower back and waistline during the exercises .