Band horizontal Pallof Press with Resistance Band Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Resistance Band
- Body Part
- Hips, Thighs, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Pallof Press with Squat
How to: Band horizontal Pallof Press with Resistance Band Squat
- Secure the resistance band at waist height.
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding the ends of the band in both hands.
- Engage your core and squat down, keeping your chest up and back straight.
- As you return to standing, press the band forward horizontally away from your body.
- Control the band as you return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far backward or forward during the press.
- Not engaging the core muscles adequately.
- Allowing the knees to cave inward during the squat.
Modifications
- Use a lighter resistance band or perform the exercise without resistance.
- Perform the press from a seated position if standing is difficult.
Tips
- Maintain a straight posture throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body during the press.
- Control the resistance band tension for better muscle engagement.
Band horizontal Pallof Press with Resistance Band Squat Alternatives
Tags
core
glutes
strength
resistance band
legs
stability