The barbell single leg split squat is a lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and calves. It requires balance, coordination, and strength, as you perform a squat movement with one leg forward and a barbell across your upper back.
Also Works
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How to Perform
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.
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Take a large step forward with one leg, keeping your torso upright.
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Lower your body by bending your front knee and hip, while keeping your back leg straight.
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Continue lowering until your front thigh is parallel to the ground.
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Pause for a moment, then push through your front heel to return to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.