Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg Squat

Lever (plate loaded) Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg 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, Single Leg Squat Instructions

Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg Squat Technique

Stand between handles facing away from fulcrum. Grasp both handles to sides and stand upright. Cross lower leg above knee of supporting leg.

Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg Squat Form

Bend knees forward slightly while allowing hips to bend back behind, keeping back straight and knees pointed same direction as feet. Squat down as low as possible. Extend knee and hip until leg is straight. Return and repeat. Continue with opposite leg.

Range of motion will be improved with greater leg strength and glute flexibility. Supporting knee should point same direction as foot throughout movement.

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