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One Legged Reaching Squat

Strengthens the legs, buttocks, and core muscles. Challenges the balance.

Equipment:
None

Exercise Technique:

• Stand one leg.
• Squat by taking your buttocks backwards and arms forward as if reaching into a low shelf.
• Straighten up to starting position

Performance Tips:

• Keep spine neutral – neither arching nor rounding.
• Avoid bringing knees past your toes.
• Hold yourself in the upright position for a split-second before reaching forward to challenge your balance.
• Gaze at a point in the distance to help maintain balance.

Repetitions:
Do 10 to 15 repetitions per leg.

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