Single-leg Lowering Drill

Muscle Groups: Abs, Hips

Single-leg Lowering Drill focuses on Abs, Hips, with Quads working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Single-leg Lowering Drill with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Start by standing on one leg with a slight bend in your knee and the other leg lifted slightly behind you.

  2. 2

    Engage your core and slowly lower your lifted leg straight back while bending the standing leg until your thigh is parallel to the ground.

  3. 3

    Pause for a moment at the bottom to engage your muscles, then press through your standing heel to return to the starting position.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Single-leg Lowering Drill safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your core tight to maintain balance and prevent wobbling.

  • Avoid leaning forward or backward; keep your torso upright throughout the movement.

  • Don't let your knee extend beyond your toes when bending; keep it aligned over your ankle.

Secondary Muscles

While Single-leg Lowering Drill primarily targets Abs, Hips , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Quads . 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 Single-leg Lowering Drill, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Single-leg Lowering Drill, 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.

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