Bodyweight Squat to Side Leg
Expert Advice
Maintain a strong core and avoid leaning too far to the side during the leg lift to keep the focus on your lower body muscles.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Perform a squat, keeping your weight on your heels.
- As you rise, lift your right leg out to the side.
- Lower your leg as you squat again.
- Repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Bodyweight Squat to Side Leg primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, Abs, with Cardio mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary





Quads25%

Hamstrings25%

Calves15%

Glutes25%

Abs10%
Equipment
Body Weight

Exercise Type
Cardio
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Bodyweight Squat to Side Leg work?
Bodyweight Squat to Side Leg primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, Abs. It is classified as a Cardio exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Bodyweight Squat to Side Leg?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 20s. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 30s. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 45s. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Bodyweight Squat to Side Leg suitable for beginners?
Bodyweight Squat to Side Leg is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.