Curtsey Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Medius
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips, Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Medius
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Minimus, Adductor Longus, Iliopsoas, Pectineous, Adductor Magnus, Sartorius, Adductor Brevis, Quadriceps, Gracilis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Curtsey Lunge
How to: Curtsey Squat
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart.
- Take a step back and to the side with your right leg, bending both knees to lower into a squat.
- Keep your left knee over your left ankle and lower down until your right knee is almost touching the ground.
- Push through your left heel to return to standing.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps before switching sides.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward
- Allowing the front knee to go beyond the toes
- Not engaging the core
Modifications
- Perform the squat without weight or using a chair for added support.
- Limit the range of motion if you have mobility issues.
Tips
- Keep your chest up and engage your core throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knee is aligned over your ankle and not caving inward.
- Perform the movement slowly to maintain control.
Curtsey Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
hips
thighs
strength
body weight
glutes