Position

Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold a barbell behind your back with one hand in front of your body and the other hand behind your body.

Movement

• Step one foot forward and one foot back into a split stance, with your front knee bent at a 90-degree angle and your back knee hovering just above the ground.
• Lower your body down by bending both knees, keeping your chest up and back straight.
• Push through your front heel to return to the starting position, then repeat the movement on the other side.

Breathing

Inhale as you lower into the split squat and exhale as you push back up.

Tips

• Keep your core engaged and your chest up throughout the movement to maintain proper form.
• Focus on using the front leg to lift your body, rather than pushing off the back foot for assistance.
• Start with a light weight to ensure proper form and gradually increase the resistance as you build strength.