Dumbbell Side Squat
Description
This exercise involves holding a dumbbell in one hand and performing a squat while stepping to the side. It targets the legs, glutes, and core muscles.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Dumbbell Side Squat Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Take a big step to the side with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted and your toes pointing forward.
- Bend your right knee and lower your body down into a squat, keeping your back straight and your chest up.
- Push through your right foot to stand back up to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, stepping out with your left foot and squatting down.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of reps or time.
Dumbbell Side Squat Form & Visual
Dumbbell Side Squat Benefits
- Targets multiple muscle groups including the quads, glutes, hamstrings, and inner thighs
- Improves balance and stability
- Increases strength and power in the lower body
- Can be modified to increase or decrease difficulty by adjusting weight or depth of squat
- Can be done with minimal equipment, making it a convenient exercise to do at home or while traveling
Dumbbell Side Squat Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Glutes
- Hamstrings
- Calves
- Abductors
- Adductors
- Core muscles for stabilization
Dumbbell Side Squat Variations & Alternatives
- Dumbbell Front Squat
- Dumbbell Goblet Squat
- Dumbbell Bulgarian Split Squat
- Dumbbell Sumo Squat
- Dumbbell Step-up
