With this weeks installment on my BLOG I thought it would be good to get back into some great exercises. This week's exercise is the Single Leg Squat. This exercise is a great alternative to the Squat. One of the biggest benefits to performing the single leg squat is it's focus on individual leg strength.
Contrary to popular belief, your legs are not always equal in strength. In fact the vast majority of us has one leg that's stronger than the other, it's usually based on our dominant side (i.e.- whether you are left handed or right handed). This exercise helps us strengthen any weaknesses that exist in each leg.
So let's get to the good stuff, how exactly is this exercise performed. You'll be happy to know that this exercise can be done anywhere as it does not require any special equipment.
Step 1. Stand straight with feet just inside shoulder width apart. You can stand beside something (i.e- a chair) to help you with your balance.
Step 2. While standing on one leg, lift your other leg in front of you.
Step 3. Lower yourself slowly as low as you can comfortably go, keeping your raised leg in front of you.
Step 4. Using only the leg which is supporting your body weight, try to return to a standing position.
Until next time, eat well, stay active and happy lifting.
From the mind of Steve Brown, Fitness and Nutrition Coach for HLI Personal Training
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