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Split Squat with Dumbbells

Exercise Data

Type: Strength
Main Muscle Worked: Quadriceps
Other Muscles: Glutes, Hamstrings
Equipment: Dumbbell
Mechanics Type: Compound
Level: Beginner
Sport: No
Force: N/A
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Split Squat with Dumbbells Guide

Main Muscle: Quadriceps

  1. Position yourself into a staggered stance with the rear foot elevated and front foot forward.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, letting them hang at the sides. This will be your starting position.
  3. Begin by descending, flexing your knee and hip to lower your body down. Maintain good posture througout the movement. Keep the front knee in line with the foot as you perform the exercise.
  4. At the bottom of the movement, drive through the heel to extend the knee and hip to return to the starting position.



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garichelle

Review: Split Squat with Dumbbells

Exercise Rating
10/10

May 8, 2012 11:32 AM: good

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5 '3" (1.60m)
Weight:
147 lbs
Down 3.0 lbs
Bodyfat:
27.0 %
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xoxoo

Review: Split Squat with Dumbbells

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9/10

May 6, 2012 5:42 AM: love it

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Tip: Split Squat with Dumbbells

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10/10

Apr 26, 2012 12:14 AM: Its nice and build up exercise for the leg muscle.

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gorana

Review: Split Squat with Dumbbells

Exercise Rating
10/10

Apr 4, 2012 1:43 AM: I love this exercise!!

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Height:
5 '8" (1.74m)
Weight:
140.8 lbs
Up 2.2 lbs
Bodyfat:
15.0 %
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annaruthus

Review: Split Squat with Dumbbells

Exercise Rating
9/10

Jan 28, 2012 2:07 PM: I really like this exercise, although I'm always a little off balance!

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Height:
5 '3" (1.60m)
Weight:
124 lbs
Down 16.0 lbs
Bodyfat:
17.0 %
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