How to do it
Hold the dumbbell tight against your sternum with both elbows tucked down.
- 1
Stand with your front foot elevated on a step or platform, holding a dumbbell at chest height with both hands.
- 2
Drop into a split squat by lowering your back knee towards the ground.
- 3
Keep your front shin vertical and your torso upright.
- 4
Push through your front heel to return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Control the descent and avoid bouncing off the floor to maintain tension on the working muscles and to enhance stability throughout the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the front shin drift forward
- ✕Rocking the weight onto the front toes
- ✕Rotating the rear foot outward