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Dumbbell Single Leg Split Squat

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Quads accessibility Upper Legs
Glutes Hamstrings Calves

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Dumbbell

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

6.1

Force

push

Dumbbell Single Leg Split Squat is a intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Quads in the Upper Legs region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes and Hamstrings.

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1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.

2

Take a step forward with one foot and position your feet so that your front foot is flat on the ground and your back foot is elevated on a bench or step.

3

Lower your body by bending your front knee and hip, keeping your back knee slightly bent and your back heel off the ground.

4

Continue lowering until your front thigh is parallel to the ground, then push through your front heel to return to the starting position.

5

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs and repeat.

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