This exercise involves stepping forward with one leg and lowering the body until the front knee is bent at a 90-degree angle, while keeping the back leg straight. The exercise targets the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings.
Type
Strength
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Strengthens the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes
- Improves balance and stability
- Increases flexibility in the hips and legs
- Engages the core muscles for added stability
- Can be modified for different fitness levels and goals
- Helps to improve posture and alignment
- Can be done with or without weights for added resistance
How to perform
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your hands on your hips.
- Take a big step forward with your right foot, keeping your left foot in place.
- Bend both knees to lower your body towards the ground, keeping your back straight.
- Stop when your right thigh is parallel to the ground and your right knee is directly above your ankle.
- Push through your right heel to stand back up to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, stepping forward with your left foot.
- Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Glutes
Primary
Abs
Secondary
Hamstrings
Secondary
Calves
Secondary