The dumbbell single leg squat is a challenging lower body exercise that targets the glutes while also engaging the quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves. It requires balance, coordination, and strength, as you perform a squat on one leg while holding dumbbells for added resistance.
Also Works
QuadricepsHamstringsCalves
How to Perform
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
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Extend one leg forward and keep it off the ground throughout the exercise.
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Bend your standing leg and lower your body down as if sitting back into a chair.
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Keep your chest up and your back straight.
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Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heel to return to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.