Single Leg Split Squat

Barbell Single Leg Split Squat Exercise

Target Muscle: Quadriceps (Thighs)

Workout Mechanics: Compound | Workout Force: Push Exercise | Utility: Auxiliary

Stablizer Muscle: Erector Spinae, Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus

Synergists: Gluteus Maximus, Adductor Magnus, Soleus

Single Leg Split Squat Instructions

Single Leg Split Squat Technique

Standing facing away from bench. Position bar on the back of the shoulders and grasp barbell to sides. Extend leg back and place top of foot on bench.

Single Leg Split Squat Form

Squat down by flexing knee and hip of front leg until knee of rear leg is almost in contact with floor. Return to original standing position by extending the hip and knee of the forward leg. Repeat. Continue with opposite leg.

Keep torso upright during squat; flexible hip flexors are important. Forward knee should point same direction as foot throughout movement.

Related Barbell Exercises
1. Lunge
2. Lunge, Rear Lunge
3. Lunge, Side Lunge
4. Lunge, Walking Lunge
5. Single Leg Split Squat, Side Split Squat
6. Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg Squat
7. Single Leg Split Squat, Split Squat
8. Squat
9. Squat, Front Squat
10. Squat, Full Squat
11. Squat, Hack Squat
12. Squat, Safety Squat
13. Step-up