Resistance band split squat

Muscles worked: Glutes, Hamstrings
GlutesHamstrings
🔧 Resistance band 🔄 Also works with cable machine ↕ Squat 🎗️ heavy band 🔁 reps Difficulty:

Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Lower your body straight down until your front thigh is parallel to the ground and your back knee hovers above the floor. Keep your front knee over your ankle and back leg vertical. Pause briefly, then drive through your front heel to return to the starting position, maintaining an upright torso and engaged core. Switch legs after each repetition.

Muscles Worked

Glute MaxGlute MediusBiceps FemorisSemitendinosusSemimembranosus
Secondary: Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Rectus Abdominis, Erector Spinae, Adductor Longus, Adductor Magnus

Tips

Maintain an upright chest position to prevent rounding of the upper back and ensure proper core engagement. Engage your core muscles throughout the exercise to stabilize your spine and transfer power efficiently. Ensure your front knee tracks directly over your toes to avoid valgus or varus knee movement and protect your joints. Focus on driving through your front heel to maximize power and prevent ankle instability. Stay balanced throughout the movement by actively engaging your core and maintaining a stable base of support.

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