Bodyweight

Bodyweight Half Squat

Bodyweight Half Squat helps enhance lower body strength, targeting thighs, glutes, and hips. It can improve balance, alleviate lower back pain, and increase flexibility. Ideal for beginners and individuals with knee issues.
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Bodyweight Half Squat instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
2
Extend your arms forward or place your hands on your hips for balance.
3
Bend at your knees and hips, lowering your body down about halfway.
4
Keep your back straight and avoid letting your knees go past your toes.
5
Push back up to standing position and repeat for the programmed number of reps.
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
Extend your arms forward or place your hands on your hips for balance.
Bend at your knees and hips, lowering your body down about halfway.
Keep your back straight and avoid letting your knees go past your toes.
Push back up to standing position and repeat for the programmed number of reps.
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