Beginner
Box Step Squat
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Box Step Squat exercise has the ability to build strength and muscle hypertrophy. This squat helps to activate muscle groups across your lower body, including your hamstrings, glutes, spinal erectors, hip flexors, and lower back muscles.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and bend your knees into a semi-squat position. Place your hands in front of you and join your palms. -
Step 2
Step to the side, taking one leg as far as possible and sit down. Bring the other leg to the same side to return to the starting position. -
Step 3
Then spread one leg as far as you can, following with the other leg. Then take a step to the other side with your other foot, following it to return to the starting position. -
Step 4
Finally, step forward with your outside foot and then your inside foot. By now you should be back in the starting position after your steps have made the shape of the box.
Muscle Groups
Box Step Squat targets Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Body, Quads as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Don't let your knees drop in.
- Always maintain the squat position during the exercise, and be sure to reverse the direction to train in both directions.
- Do not get up from the squat position during the exercise.
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