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barbell single leg split squat
Target

quads

Equipment

barbell

barbell single leg split squat

upper legs

How to Perform the barbell single leg split squat

1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.

2

Take a large step forward with one leg, keeping your torso upright.

3

Lower your body by bending your front knee and hip, while keeping your back leg straight.

4

Continue lowering until your front thigh is parallel to 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.

Secondary Muscles

gluteshamstringscalves