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Barbell Single Leg Split Squat
The Barbell Single Leg Split Squat is a barbell exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes and hamstrings assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body part
- Upper legs
Step by step
- Stand upright with a barbell across your upper back and one leg positioned forward and the other leg extended backward on the floor.
- Engage your core and lower your body by bending the front knee until the thigh is parallel to the floor.
- Push through the front heel to return to the starting position.
- Keep torso upright and back leg straight.
- Maintain controlled movement and steady breathing.
- Avoid leaning forward or collapsing the front knee inward.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and switch legs.
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