Balance Pad Split Squat

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Written By David Song

BALANCE PAD SPLIT SQUAT

This is a balance or proprioception exercise for the foot and ankle. It is a modification of the SPLIT SQUAT exercise that uses a balance pad to provide an unstable surface. Start by planting the lead foot on a balance pad, with both knees bent to 90 degrees. Complete a split squat by extending the front knee to raise the body up to a split stand position.

Structures Involved:

  • Quadriceps

  • Intrinsic Foot Muscles

  • Medial Longitudinal Arch

Related Conditions:

  • Knee Meniscus Tear

  • ACL / PCL / MCL / LCL Tear

  • Ankle Sprain (ATFL, TFL, CFL, PTFL sprain)

  • Achilles Tendinitis / Tendinopathy

  • Tibialis Posterior Tendinitis / Tendinopathy

Exercise Equipment:

Click to buy - Balance Pad

Click to buy - Balance Pad

 

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