Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | fitness ball |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp fitnessball and stand upright with feet positioned shoulderwide apart. Let knees point in direction of feet. With arms slightly flexed hold fitnessball in front of chest.Execution
Squat down until knees are flexed right-angled. Keep back straight, bend and move hip backward to keep knees above feet. Return, keep legs slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Keep bodyweight on heels and look ahead.![Fitness Ball Squat | Starting Position Fitness Ball Squat Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/96/1496.jpg)
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![Fitness Ball Squat | Ending Position Fitness Ball Squat Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/97/1497.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Gluteus Maximus |
Synergist | Quadriceps | Soleus |
Stabilizers | Hamstrings | Gastrocnemius | Erector Spinae | Rectus Abdominis | Deltoids, Anterior | Biceps Brachii |
![Fitness Ball Squat | Muscles Front Fitness Ball Squat Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/5/805.jpg)
Front
![Fitness Ball Squat | Muscles Rear Fitness Ball Squat Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/6/806.jpg)
Rear
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