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Exercise: Split Squat Holds

person doing Split Squat Holds

Primary Muscles:

  • Hamstrings
  • Quadriceps
  • Calves
  • Gluteals
  • Anterior Tibialis

Secondary Muscles:

  • Abdominals
  • Obliques

Body Area:

  • Legs
  • Glutes

Movement Type:

  • Core (Rotary Stability)

Equipment:

Training Category:

  • Body Weight

Proper Steps: 

With strong upright posture, descend into a split squat until your rear knee is floating about an inch off the ground, stacked beneath your hips
Your lead knee should be stacked above your lead foot
Hold this position for the desired amount of time, evenly on both legs