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Animated demonstration of the barbell side split squat v. 2 exercise, targeting the Quads using Barbell.

barbell side split squat v. 2

Body part
Upper legs
Equipment
Barbell
Target muscle
Quads
Secondary muscles
gluteshamstringscalves

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outwards.

  2. Step 2: Hold a barbell across your upper back, resting it on your shoulders.

  3. Step 3: Take a big step to the side with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted.

  4. Step 4: Bend your right knee and lower your body down into a squat position, keeping your chest up and your back straight.

  5. Step 5: Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.

  6. Step 6: Repeat on the other side, stepping out with your left foot.

  7. Step 7: Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

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