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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Dumbbell Split Squat

Stationary dumbbell split squat for unilateral leg strength and controlled front-knee tracking.

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Dumbbell Split Squat demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstrings

Equipment

Dumbbell

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand in a stable split stance with your feet on separate tracks and hold the dumbbells quietly at your sides.
  2. 02Brace your trunk and lower straight down until both knees are bent through the planned range.
  3. 03Keep the front foot flat, the front knee aligned with its toes, and the torso controlled over the hips.
  4. 04Drive through the front foot to extend both legs and return to the starting height without stepping.
  5. 05Complete all repetitions on one side before changing the stance, unless alternating has been programmed.

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