Abstract: 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.