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Band One Arm Single Leg Split Squat

The band one arm single leg split squat is a band exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes and hamstrings assisting.

Animated demonstration of the band one arm single leg split squat
Band One Arm Single Leg Split Squat — demonstration
Target muscle
Quads
Also works
Glutes, hamstrings
Equipment
Band
Body part
Upper legs

How to do the band one arm single leg split squat

  1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and place a resistance band around your ankles.
  2. Extend one leg forward and rest the top of your foot on a bench or step behind you.
  3. Hold onto a support with one hand for balance.
  4. Bend your standing leg and lower your body down into a squat position, keeping your knee in line with your toes.
  5. Push through your heel to return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.

Sets and reps

Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the quads. The glutes and hamstrings work as secondary muscles. See all quad exercises or every resistance band exercise.

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