Barbell Side Split Squat

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Learn how to do the Barbell Side Split Squat with proper form and technique. This barbell exercise primarily targets your Quads, with secondary emphasis on Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves.

Barbell Side Split Squat exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Barbell Side Split Squat

Follow these steps to perform the Barbell Side Split Squat with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward.
  2. 2Hold a barbell across your upper back, resting it on your traps.
  3. 3Engage your core and keep your chest up as you lower your body down into a squat position, bending at the knees and hips.
  4. 4As you lower, push your knees out to the sides and keep your weight on your heels.
  5. 5Lower until your thighs are parallel to the ground, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Barbell Side Split Squat Muscles Worked

Primary

quads

Secondary

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Exercise Details

Equipment
barbell
Body Part
upper legs
Category
Extended

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