Band Split Squat (female)

Band Split Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand on the band, feet shoulder-width apart and hold the band at shoulder height
  • 2Lower your body until your front thigh is parallel to the ground
  • 3Push yourself back up to the starting position
  • 4Repeat the action with the other leg
  • 5Continue alternating legs for the full number of reps

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight throughout the exercise
  • Avoid letting your front knee sway inward or outward
  • Push up through your heel to engage your glutes and hamstrings
  • Control your movement both downwards and upwards to avoid injury

Band Split Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs