Suspension Training: Single Leg Squat Instructions
Primary Target: Quadriceps, hamstrings and gluteals Benefits:The single leg squat trains the entire lower body and emphasizes hip extensor strength, power and stability.
Performing one leg squats without a suspension trainer is beyond the average person. It's an incredibly difficult exercise which can take a lot of dedication to achieve. Training for this manoeuvre in a suspended state gives you control over this difficulty, and is a great exercise for developing the lower body.
Starting Position:
Stand facing the suspension trainer, holding the handles with a light neutral grip and the arms extended to shoulder height with a slight bend at the elbow.
Lift one leg up off the floor pointed in front of the body. Whilst balanced on the one foot, maintain alignment and distribute your weight evenly through the middle of the grounded foot.
Movement Description:
Maintain good posture and alignment throughout the exercise. Squat down on the one leg until the squatting leg is parallel to the floor and the free leg remains elevated throughout the move.
To increase the benefits of the single leg squat ensure you do not lift the heel off the floor, and try to limit the involvement of the arms in returning to the upright position, so as to engage as much of the lower body muscles as possible.