Single Leg Squat with Support
Target Muscle
Secondary Muscles
Equipment
Shift your weight onto one foot, and extend the other leg out in front of you, keeping it straight.
Slowly bend the supporting knee and lower your body as far as you can, while keeping your back straight and your other leg extended in front of you.
Pause for a moment at the bottom of the squat, then push through the heel of the supporting foot to return to the starting position.
Repeat this movement for the desired amount of repetitions, then switch to the other leg and repeat the process.
Pro Tip
Balance: Balance is key in this exercise. You should not rely too much on the support, it is there to assist you, not carry your weight. The main work should be done by the leg you're squatting on. To maintain balance, focus on a point straight ahead of you and keep your core engaged throughout the exercise. Depth of Squat: Avoid going too low in your squat as this can put unnecessary strain on your knees. Aim to lower your body until your thigh is parallel with the ground. If you can't go that low initially, that's okay. Gradually work on increasing your range of motion as your strength and flexibility improve. Weight