Exercise technique

band single leg split squat

The band single leg split squat is a lower body exercise targeting the quads, with secondary emphasis on the glutes and hamstrings. It uses a resistance band for added tension and requires balance and coordination.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and place a resistance band around your ankles.
  2. Take a big step forward with your right foot and a smaller step back with your left foot.
  3. Bend your knees and lower your body until your right thigh is parallel to the ground, keeping your left knee slightly above the ground.
  4. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat on the other side.

Which other muscles are involved?

Glutes, Hamstrings.

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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