Split squat
- Strength
- Beginner
- Bodyweight
Muscles worked
Main: Quads · Also: Glutes
Measured in reps.
How to do it
- Stand with one foot well in front of the other, back heel lifted.
- Lower your back knee toward the floor, torso upright.
- Press through your front foot to rise.
Tip: Hold a wall or chair for balance if you need to.
Take extra care if…
- You have a current problem with your knees, hips. This exercise puts load through them.
General guidance only, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts, and get advice from a doctor or qualified professional if pain continues.