Exercise Library

Rear Foot Elevated Split Squats

Dumbbell
Main Focus
quads
Also Works
glutes

Suggested Sets & Reps

3-4 sets of 8-12 reps

Form Tips

Key cues for perfect form

  • Keep front shin vertical, torso upright
  • Control the descent

Pro Tip: Focus on mind-muscle connection. Slow, controlled reps beat fast, sloppy ones every time.

Muscle Activation

Which muscles this movement targets

Front muscle view

Front

Back muscle view

Back

quads
glutes

Common Mistakes

Avoid these to prevent injury and maximize gains

1Knees caving in
2Rising on toes
3Not hitting depth
4Rounding back