Squats with Band
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Squats with Band focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Squats with Band with proper form and technique.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place a resistance band around your thighs, just above the knees.
- 2
Keeping your chest up and back straight, lower your body into a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, as if sitting in a chair.
- 3
Pause at the bottom of the squat, then push through your heels to return to the starting position, squeezing your glutes at the top.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Squats with Band safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
-
Keep your knees aligned with your toes to avoid strain on the joints.
-
Don’t let your back round; maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
-
Go only as low as comfortable, keeping control to prevent injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Squats with Band 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 Squats with Band, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Squats with Band, 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.
