Exercise technique

squat on bosu ball

The squat on a BOSU ball is a lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and calves. The unstable surface of the BOSU ball increases the challenge to balance and core stability, making the movement more demanding than a standard squat.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Place the bosu ball on the ground with the flat side up.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and position yourself on top of the bosu ball.
  3. Lower your body down by bending your knees and hips, as if sitting back into a chair.
  4. Keep your chest up and your weight on your heels.
  5. Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
  6. Pause for a moment, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves.

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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