Dumbbell Split Squat
- Reps
- 8–12
- Kit
- Dumbbell
How to do it
- 1
Stand with a dumbbell in each hand.
- 2
Step into a split stance, front foot about 2 feet ahead of your back foot, back heel lifted. Keep your feet hip-width apart side to side, like train tracks.
- 3
Tighten your core. Breathe in as you lower straight down until your back knee almost touches the floor.
- 4
Breathe out as you push through your front foot to stand up.
- 5
Finish all reps on one leg, then switch.
Where you should feel it: Front leg's quads and glutes.
Common mistakes
Front heel lifts
Move your front foot further forward.
Other versions
- Dumbbell Bulgarian Split Squat
- Bodyweight Split Squat
- Chair Supported Split Squat
- Band Split Squat
- Bench Split Squat
- Dumbbell Front Rack Split Squat
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