Dumbbell skater squat

Dumbbell, bench behind for rear foot

Also called skater squat

Dumbbell skater squat, start positionDumbbell skater squat, end position
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Stand on one leg with the other foot resting on a bench behind you. Squat down on the front leg, then stand back up.

  1. Rear foot rests on a bench
  2. Keep the front knee over the toes
  3. Hold a rack or wall if balance limits sets

Movement

Pattern
Squat
Type
Compound, several joints move
Sides
One side at a time
Equipment
Dumbbells

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Lower body

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