Bar Band Split Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Thighs
- Equipment
- Stick
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Thighs
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Quadriceps, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Split Squat with Bar Band
How to: Bar Band Split Squat
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place the bar band behind your back over your shoulders.
- Step one foot back, keeping your front knee bent and aligned over your ankle.
- Lower your body into a squat position until your back knee nearly touches the ground.
- Press through your front heel to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the front knee extend past the toes.
- Not keeping the back straight during the squat.
- Using momentum rather than controlled movements.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a limited range of motion or use a chair for support.
- Adjust the height of your rear foot on a step or a low bench.
Tips
- Keep your front knee aligned with your ankle to avoid injury.
- Use a mirror to check your form or have a partner observe.
- Engage your core throughout the movement for better stability.
Bar Band Split Squat Alternatives
Tags
thighs
legs
strength
squat
glutes
fitness