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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Dumbbell Deficit Suitcase Split Squat

Front-foot-elevated split squat with dumbbells held at the sides, increasing range while preserving a stable split stance.

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Dumbbell Deficit Suitcase Split Squat demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCore

Equipment

Dumbbell

Sets × reps

3 × 12 / side

Rest

1 min 15 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Take a split stance with your front foot on a low stable platform and hold one dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
  2. 02Keep your hips square, torso tall, and most of your pressure through the front foot.
  3. 03Lower vertically through the increased deficit range while both knees bend under control.
  4. 04Maintain balance through the whole front foot and keep both dumbbells quiet and level.
  5. 05Drive through the front leg to return to the starting height, then complete the set before changing sides.

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