Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | elastic band |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Stand with feet shouderwide apart and Elastic Band fixed under feet. Squat down and grasp ends of Elastic Band close to knees. Keep back and arms straight, hips flexed and look ahead.Execution
Extend legs and hips. Simultaneously flex arms. In upper position keep knees slightly flexed. Return and repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Elastic Band Squat, Variation | Starting Position Elastic Band Squat, Variation Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/11/1711.jpg)
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![Elastic Band Squat, Variation | Ending Position Elastic Band Squat, Variation Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/12/1712.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Quadriceps | Brachioradialis |
Synergist | Gluteus Maximus | Hip Adductors | Soleus | Biceps Brachii | Brachialis |
Stabilizers | Hamstrings | Erector Spinae | Rectus Abdominis | Obliques |
![Elastic Band Squat, Variation | Muscles Front Elastic Band Squat, Variation Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/11/911.jpg)
Front
![Elastic Band Squat, Variation | Muscles Rear Elastic Band Squat, Variation Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/12/912.jpg)
Rear
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