How to Barbell Split Squats
The Barbell Split Squat is a unilateral exercise that emphasises leg strength, balance, and stability. By working one leg at a time, it helps to correct muscle imbalances and improve overall lower body strength.
Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps (front of the thighs)
- Gluteus Maximus (buttocks)
- Hamstrings (back of the thighs)
- Adductors (inner thighs)
- Core (abdominals and lower back)
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Perform Barbell Split Squats
- Set Up: Place a barbell on your upper back and stand in a split stance with one foot forward and the other back.
- Lower Your Body: Bend both knees to lower your body towards the ground, keeping your front knee above your ankle and your back knee hovering just above the floor.
- Push Back Up: Press through the heel of your front foot to return to the starting position.
- Repeat on the Same Leg: Perform the desired number of repetitions on one leg before switching to the other.
- Maintain Balance: Focus on maintaining balance and proper form throughout the exercise, keeping your core engaged.