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barbell one leg squat
upper legsquadsbarbell
Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell across your upper back.
- Lift one foot off the ground and extend it forward, keeping it parallel to the ground.
- Bend your standing leg and lower your body down as if sitting back into a chair, keeping your chest up and your back straight.
- Lower yourself until your thigh is parallel to the ground, then push through your heel to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs and repeat.
Secondary Muscles
gluteshamstringscalves
Additional Information
The barbell one leg squat is a barbell-based exercise that primarily targets the quads. This exercise is particularly effective for upper legs development and can be incorporated into various workout routines.