Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | - |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Stand upright with legs shoulderwide apart. With either leg step far back. Hold arm in front, parallel to floor.Execution
Lower body until knee of rear leg is just above floor. Keep bodyweight on front leg. Extend legs and hip to return. Keep knees slightly flexed and repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Bodyweight Only Split Squat | Starting Position Bodyweight Only Split Squat Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/87/1287.jpg)
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![Bodyweight Only Split Squat | Ending Position Bodyweight Only Split Squat Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/88/1288.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Quadriceps |
Synergist | Gluteus Maximus | Hip Adductors | Soleus |
Stabilizers | Hamstrings | Gastrocnemius | Deltoids, Anterior |
![Bodyweight Only Split Squat | Muscles Front Bodyweight Only Split Squat Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/1/701.jpg)
Front
![Bodyweight Only Split Squat | Muscles Rear Bodyweight Only Split Squat Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/2/702.jpg)
Rear
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