Single Leg Heel Touch Squat
Description
This exercise involves standing on one leg and reaching down to touch the heel of the opposite foot while simultaneously squatting. It helps to improve balance, stability, and lower body strength.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Single Leg Heel Touch Squat Instructions
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides.
- Lift your left foot off the ground and extend it straight out in front of you.
- Bend your right knee and lower your body into a squat, reaching your left hand down to touch your right heel.
- Push through your right foot to stand back up, bringing your left foot back to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, lifting your right foot and touching your left heel with your right hand.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions or time.
Single Leg Heel Touch Squat Form & Visual
Single Leg Heel Touch Squat Benefits
- Improves balance and stability
- Strengthens the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings
- Increases ankle and knee stability
- Helps prevent knee injuries
- Can be modified for different fitness levels
- Can be done with or without weights
- Engages the core muscles for added stability
Single Leg Heel Touch Squat Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Glutes
- Calves
- Core
Single Leg Heel Touch Squat Variations & Alternatives
- Single-leg squat
- Heel touch squat
- Single-leg heel touch squat with dumbbell
- Single-leg heel touch squat with kettlebell
- Single-leg heel touch squat with resistance band
