Instructions:
- 1Stand upright with feet shoulder width apart and position yourself in front of the Smith machine bar.
- 2Step forward with one foot and lift the other foot off the ground.
- 3Lower your body until your back knee is close to touching the ground.
- 4Push through your front foot, extending your knee and hip to return to the starting position.
- 5Switch your legs and repeat the movement.
Tips:
- Keep your torso upright and don't lean forward during this exercise.
- Focus on pushing through the heel of your front foot to engage your glutes and quads more effectively.
- Avoid letting your knee extend beyond your toes.
- Maintain a controlled movement throughout to reduce risk of injury.