Assisted Split Squat

ASSISTED SPLIT SQUAT

This is an assisted split squat exercise also known as assisted static lunges. Before beginning, support your balance with a stable chair, counter or table. Start by planting both the lead and trail leg in position by bending both knees to 90 degrees. Complete a split squat by extending the front knee to raise the body up to a split stand position.

Muscles Involved:

• Quadriceps

  • vastus lateralis

  • vastus intermedius

  • vastus medialis

  • rectus femoris

Related Conditions:

• Strength and Conditioning / Strength Training

• Patellar Tendinitis / Quadriceps Tendinitis

• Quadriceps Strain

• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

• ITB Syndrome

• Knee Meniscus Tear

• ACL / PCL / MCL / LCL Tear

• Knee osteoarthritis

• Hip osteoarthritis

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