Quadriceps exercise

Split Squat

How to do the Split Squat with correct form — the muscles worked, equipment, and step-by-step technique from the Fitonist exercise library.

Start in a split leg position, with one leg forward and one leg back. Flex your knees and lower your hips, until the back knee is just above the floor. Stand back up and return to the starting position. Repeat this movement for as many reps as recommended and then switch legs.
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Illustration showing the Split Squat
Targets

Muscles worked

Quadriceps muscle Quadriceps Primary Glutes muscle Glutes Secondary Hamstrings muscle Hamstrings Secondary Calves muscle Calves Secondary
Gear

Equipment

Barbell Barbell
Technique

How to do the Split Squat

  1. 1 Start in a split leg position, with one leg forward and one leg back. Flex your knees and lower your hips, until the back knee is just above the floor. Stand back up and return to the starting position.
  2. 2 Repeat this movement for as many reps as recommended and then switch legs.