Bodyweight Single Leg Squat (male)

Bodyweight Single Leg Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand on one leg, keeping your other leg slightly off the ground
  • 2Slowly bend your standing knee, lowering yourself down into a squat position
  • 3Maintain balance throughout the motion
  • 4Push up through your heel to return to the starting position
  • 5Repeat this on both legs for the desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight and chest up during the exercise
  • Try not to let the knee of your standing leg go over your toes as you squat
  • You can extend your arms out in front for balance
  • Engage your core throughout the exercise for stability

Bodyweight Single Leg Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs