Suspended Split Squat

Suspended Split Squat — Start position
Start position
Suspended Split Squat — End position
End position
Region
Knee & Thigh
Equipment
Other
Category
Strength
Level
Intermediate
Mechanic
compound
Force
push

Muscles worked

  • quadriceps
  • abductors
  • adductors
  • calves
  • glutes
  • hamstrings

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

  1. Suspend your straps so the handles are 18-30 inches from the floor.

  2. Facing away from the setup, place your rear foot into the handle behind you. Keep your head looking forward and your chest up, with your knee slightly bent. This will be your starting position.

  3. Descend by flexing the knee and hips, lowering yourself to the ground. Keep your weight on the heel of your foot and maintain your posture throughout the exercise.

  4. At the bottom of the movement, reverse the motion, extending through the hip and knee to return to the starting position.

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