Exercise technique

single leg platform slide

The single leg platform slide is a bodyweight exercise targeting the hamstrings, with secondary emphasis on the glutes and quadriceps. It involves sliding one foot backward on a platform while maintaining balance and core engagement.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Start by standing with one foot on a platform or slide board.
  2. Bend your knee slightly and slide the foot on the platform backward, extending your leg.
  3. Keep your core engaged and maintain a straight posture throughout the movement.
  4. Slowly return to the starting position by sliding your foot back to the initial position.
  5. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.

Which other muscles are involved?

Glutes, Quadriceps.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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