Exercise technique

split squats

Split squats are a lower body exercise that primarily targets the quadriceps, while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and calves. This bodyweight movement involves stepping forward into a split stance and lowering the body until the front thigh is parallel to the ground, then returning to the starting position.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Take a step forward with one foot and place it about two feet in front of the other foot.
  3. Lower your body by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight.
  4. Continue lowering until your front thigh is parallel to the ground, and your back knee is hovering just above the ground.
  5. Pause for a moment, then push through your front heel to return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs and repeat.

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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