Type: Strength
Main Muscle Worked: Quadriceps
Other Muscles: Abdominals, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings
Equipment: Dumbbell
Mechanics Type: Compound
Force: Push

Muscle group: Combined

Steps

Start standing and hold one dumbbell at either end with both hands, with your feet slightly wider than hip width apart, and your toes turned out about 45 degrees. Lift your heels off the floor, balancing on the balls of your feet, bend your knees, and lower your body straight down, keeping your hips under your shoulders and your back straight. Make sure your knees open over, but not past, your toes as they bend. Slowly straighten back up and then lower your heels.

Tips

Be sure to keep your abs drawn in tight to help with your balance during this move.

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