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Single-Leg High Box Squat

Single-Leg High Box Squat, start position
Start
Single-Leg High Box Squat, end position
End
FrontBack
PrimarySecondary
Main muscles
Quads
Also working
Glutes, Hamstrings

How to do it

  1. Position a box in a rack. Secure a band or rope in place above the box.
  2. Standing in front of it, step onto the box to a full standing position, letting your other leg remain unsupported. Hold onto the band for balance
  3. . Continue stepping up and down on the same leg before switching to the opposite side.

Swaps on other equipment

Each has the quads as its main muscle and is also a push, on a different piece of equipment.

Other quad exercises

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