barbell single leg split squat

Equipment

barbell

Target muscle

quads

How to perform

1. 1

   Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.

2. 2

   Take a large step forward with one leg, keeping your torso upright.

3. 3

   Lower your body by bending your front knee and hip, while keeping your back leg straight.

4. 4

   Continue lowering until your front thigh is parallel to the ground.

5. 5

   Pause for a moment, then push through your front heel to return to the starting position.

6. 6

   Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.