Single Leg Split Squat

Lever (plate loaded) Single Leg Split Squat Exercise

Target Muscle: Quadriceps (Thighs)

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

Stablizer Muscle: Erector Spinae, Trapezius, Upper, Trapezius, Lower, Levator Scapulae, Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus

Synergists: Gluteus Maximus, Adductor Magnus, Soleus

Single Leg Split Squat Instructions

Single Leg Split Squat Technique

Stand between lever handles to sides. Extend leg back and place top of foot on cross bar. Squat down and grasp handles to the sides.

Single Leg Split Squat Form

With chest high, lift lever by extending hips and knees to full extension. Return until knee of rear leg is almost in contact with floor. Repeat. Continue with opposite leg.

Keep torso upright during squat; flexible hip flexors are important. Keep foot flat on the floor. Forward knee should point same direction as foot throughout movement. Position foot just slightly forward to keep equal distribution of force on hip and knee extensors.

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1. Leg Extension
2. Leg Extension, Alternating
3. Lunge
4. Lunge, Rear Lunge
5. Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg Squat
6. Single Leg Split Squat, Split Squat
7. Squat
8. Squat, Hack Squat
9. Squat, V-Squat
10. Squat, Wide Squat