How to do it
Fix your gaze on a point at eye level to anchor your balance.
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Stand on one leg, with the other foot behind you held by the same side hand.
- 2
Extend your free arm out in front for balance.
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Bend your standing knee to lower your body towards the ground, keeping your chest up.
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Go as low as you can while maintaining balance and control.
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Push through your standing heel to return to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Focus on balance and control, using your arms for counterbalance as needed, and descend slowly to maintain proper form.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the standing knee collapse inward
- ✕Rounding the lower back at the bottom
- ✕Rising onto the toes of the standing foot