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split squats

split squats is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Step 2. Take a step forward with one foot and place it about two feet in front of the other foot.

Step 3. Lower your body by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight.

Step 4. Continue lowering until your front thigh is parallel to the ground, and your back knee is hovering just above the ground.

Step 5. Pause for a moment, then push through your front heel to return to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

quads

Secondary muscles

gluteshamstringscalves

Primary body parts

thighs

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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