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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Resistance Band Squat

Squat against an underfoot resistance band held at shoulder height for progressively increasing lower-body load.

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Resistance Band Squat demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCore

Equipment

Resistance Band

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand on the middle of the band with the feet in a squat stance and hold the ends securely at shoulder height.
  2. 02Brace the trunk, keep the chest lifted, and create even tension on both sides of the band.
  3. 03Descend into a squat by bending the hips and knees while keeping the knees aligned with the toes.
  4. 04Reach a controlled depth without allowing the heels to lift or the band to pull the torso forward.
  5. 05Drive through both feet to stand tall against the resistance and repeat.

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