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One-Legged Squat
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
One-Legged Squat is an effective workout for challenging your balance, which can also help you to work your core muscles. It also targets quads and hamstrings.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Stand up straight and place your hands in front of you. Balance on one leg with the opposite leg behind you, knee slightly bent. -
Step 2
Squat down, bringing your back knee to the floor. Lean forward a little, but keep your back straight. Lower your body as low as possible without touching the floor with your back foot. Pause and return to the starting position.
Muscle Groups
One-Legged Squat targets Glutes, Hamstrings, Hips, Quads as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Don't let your heel lose contact with the floor.
- Do not let the knee bend inward.
- Do not round your back when lowering your body into a squat.
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