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 your feet shoulder-width apart, placing one foot on a low step or weight plate, and hold a dumbbell or kettlebell in front of your chest with both hands.
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Keeping your chest lifted and core engaged, push your hips back and bend both knees, lowering your body as if sitting into a chair.
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Descend until your thighs are parallel to the floor, or as deep as comfortable, ensuring your knees track in line with your toes.
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Drive through your heels and extend your hips and knees to return to the starting standing position.
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Complete all repetitions on one side, then switch the elevated foot and repeat the movement.
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.
