Weighted Uneven Squat
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Weighted Uneven Squat focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Uneven Squat with proper form and technique.
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Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight in one hand at shoulder height.
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Shift your weight to the leg opposite the weighted side, lowering into a squat while keeping your chest up and back straight.
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Push through your heel to return to standing, engaging your glutes and quads as you rise.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Uneven Squat safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees aligned with your toes to avoid strain on your joints.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain balance and stability.
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Avoid leaning too far forward; keep your chest lifted and back straight.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Uneven 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 Weighted Uneven Squat, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Uneven 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.
