Split Squat with Dumbbells

A upper legs exercise targeting the quadriceps, performed with dumbbell.

Split Squat with Dumbbells demonstration
Split Squat with Dumbbells — demonstration

Body part

Upper Legs

Equipment

Dumbbell

Target muscles

Quadriceps

Secondary muscles

Glutes, Hamstrings

How to do Split Squat with Dumbbells

  1. Position yourself into a staggered stance with the rear foot elevated and front foot forward.

  2. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, letting them hang at the sides. This will be your starting position.

  3. Begin by descending, flexing your knee and hip to lower your body down. Maintain good posture througout the movement. Keep the front knee in line with the foot as you perform the exercise.

  4. At the bottom of the movement, drive through the heel to extend the knee and hip to return to the starting position.

Muscles worked

Primary (target)

Quadriceps

Secondary

GlutesHamstrings

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