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One Leg Squat

Beginner
One Leg Squat animated demonstration
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How to Do It

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Extend one leg forward, keeping it off the ground.
  3. Bend your standing leg and lower your body down as if sitting back into a chair.
  4. Keep your chest up and your back straight.
  5. Push through your heel to return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat with the other leg.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Upper Legs

Equipment

Body Weight

Muscles Worked

PrimaryGlutes
Secondary
QuadricepsHamstringsCalves