How to do it
Brace your core before each descent to stay stable.
- 1
Stand a couple of feet in front of a bench and place one foot behind you on the bench.
- 2
Lower your hips toward the floor so that your rear knee comes close to the ground.
- 3
Keep your front foot flat and push back up to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Maintain a tall posture and ensure your front knee does not go beyond your toes to prevent unnecessary stress on the knee joint.
Common mistakes
- ✕Front heel lifting off the floor
- ✕Front knee collapsing inward
- ✕Pelvis rotating toward the front leg