Single Leg Heel Touch Squat

Single Leg Heel Touch Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand with your feet hip-width apart and extend one leg out in front of you
  • 2Lower your body until your rear knee almost touches the floor and your front thigh is parallel to the floor
  • 3As you descend, reach forward with your opposite arm to touch your extended heel
  • 4Push back up to the starting position
  • 5Repeat on the other leg

Tips:

  • Keep your torso straight and your abs engaged
  • Don't let your bent knee go past your toes while descending
  • Engage your gluteus and quadriceps during the exercise to ensure they are properly targeted

Single Leg Heel Touch Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs