How to do it
Brace your core before each descent to stay balanced.
- 1
Stand with one foot forward and the other back, placing the band under the front foot.
- 2
Hold the other end of the band with both hands at shoulder level.
- 3
Lower your body down into a split squat, keeping your front knee aligned with your foot.
- 4
Push through your front heel to rise back up to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Keep your front knee in line with your toes and avoid letting it collapse inward to protect your knee joint and ensure proper form.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the front knee travel past the toes
- ✕Dropping the chest forward as you descend
- ✕Shifting weight onto the rear foot