Elevated Front-foot Dumbbell Split Squat
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Elevated Front-foot Dumbbell Split Squat focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Elevated Front-foot Dumbbell Split Squat with proper form and technique.
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Stand in front of a bench or elevated surface; place one foot on it and hold a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
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Lower your body by bending your front knee, keeping your back straight; go until your front thigh is parallel to the ground.
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Push through your front heel to return to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Elevated Front-foot Dumbbell Split Squat safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your front knee aligned over your ankle to avoid strain.
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Maintain a straight back and engage your core throughout the movement.
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Don’t lower yourself too quickly; control your descent to prevent injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Elevated Front-foot Dumbbell Split Squat primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Elevated Front-foot Dumbbell Split Squat, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Elevated Front-foot Dumbbell Split Squat, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
