Elevated Single Leg Squat
Description
The elevated single-leg squat stands on a box or step and performs a single-leg squat with the free leg hanging off the side or front. The elevation allows greater range of motion than floor pistol squats because the free leg can drop below box level.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Elevated Single Leg Squat Instructions
- Stand on a box or step on your right leg. Left leg hangs off the edge.
- Squat down on your right leg.
- Your left leg drops below box level — this increases the range of motion.
- Descend as deep as your strength and mobility allow.
- Drive through your right foot to stand.
- Complete reps, then switch legs.
- Higher boxes allow greater range.
- Aim for 5 to 10 reps per leg.
Elevated Single Leg Squat Form & Visual
Elevated Single Leg Squat Benefits
- Greater range of motion than floor pistol squats
- Free leg drops below box level for deeper squatting
- Builds single-leg squat strength through full range
- Adjustable difficulty by box height
- No weights needed
- Develops balance and control
Elevated Single Leg Squat Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps (working leg)
- Gluteus maximus
- Hamstrings
- Core (stabilizer)
Elevated Single Leg Squat Variations & Alternatives
- Single-Leg Bench Squat
- Pistol Squat (floor)
- Skater Squat
- DB Single-Leg Squat
- Single-Leg Heel Touch Squat
