How to do it
Keep your hips squared forward and level throughout each rep.
- 1
Stand in front of a bench or step.
- 2
Place one foot on the step, pressing through your heel.
- 3
Lift your body up until the lead leg is straight.
- 4
Slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
- 5
Complete all reps on one leg before switching to the other leg.
Expert tip
Drive through the heel of the lead foot to better engage the glutes and hamstrings. Keep your chest up and shoulders back throughout the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pushing off the floor with the bottom foot
- ✕Letting the lead knee cave inward
- ✕Leaning the torso excessively forward