Smith Single Leg Split Squat
- Body part
- Upper legs
- Target muscles
- Primary muscles
- Secondary muscles
- Equipment
- Sports fields
How to perform it
Stand in front of the smith machine with your feet shoulder-width apart. Place one foot behind you on a bench or step, with your toes pointing forward. Hold onto the smith machine bar for stability. Bend your front knee and lower your body down into a lunge position, keeping your back straight. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your front heel to return to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.
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