Single Leg Low Box Squat
Step by step
How to perform
- Slowly begin to lower your body by bending at the knee of your standing leg, keeping your back straight and your other leg extended in front of you.
- Continue to lower yourself until your buttocks touch the box or bench behind you.
- Pause for a moment and then push through the heel of your standing leg to return to the starting position, keeping your other leg elevated throughout the movement.
- Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs and perform the same steps.
Overview
About this exercise
The Single Leg Low Box Squat is a challenging lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and core, improving strength, balance, and stability. This exercise is suitable for both beginners and advanced fitness enthusiasts, with the ability to adjust difficulty by modifying the height of the box. Individuals may choose to incorporate this exercise into their routine to enhance athletic performance, aid in injury prevention, and promote overall functional fitness.
Coaching cues
Form tips
This exercise requires a good deal of balance, which can be challenging for beginners. To help, focus your eyes on a fixed point ahead of you as you perform the squat. If needed, you can also hold onto a wall or sturdy object for support.
A common mistake is to overextend the knee of the standing leg, which can lead to injury.
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