Single Leg Decline Squat
Written By David Song
SINGLE LEG DECLINE SQUAT
This is a unilateral terminal knee extension strengthening exercise for the knee extensors. Start by raising the heel by placing it on the handle of a dumbbell, or 2 inch plate, or heel wedge. Raise the non-target leg off of the ground and begin to squat down with one leg. Allow the knee to past the toes as you descend. Extend the knee to return to rise back up.
Structures involved:
Quadriceps
Vastus medialis oblique (VMO)
Patellar tendon
Quadriceps tendon
Related conditions:
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Patellar Tendinitis
Runner’s Knee
Jumper’s Knee
ACL sprain
Quadriceps tendinitis
Quadriceps Strain