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Plie Slides

Beginner

Plie Slides

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Plie Slides target your glutes, quadriceps, and inner thigh muscles. This exercise also stretches the backs of your legs.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Start by standing with your heels pressed together, and your toes turned 45 degrees. Keep your hands on your hips for support.
  • Step 2

    Move one leg hip-width apart, keeping the other in the same position, and lower yourself into a squat. Return to starting position.

Muscle Groups

Plie Slides targets Glutes, Hamstrings, Hip Abductors, Legs, Quads as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Don't let your knees drop while you squat.
  • Don't let your heels lose contact with the floor while you squat.
  • Do not bend your knees to start the squat. Instead, push your hips back to initiate the movement.