Resistance Band Squat
A bodyweight squat with a loop band just above the knees; pushing the knees out against it keeps them tracking over the toes and brings in the side glutes.
How to do it
Setup
Feet hip-width, a loop band just above the knees, hands clasped at the chest.
Steps
- Push the knees out into the band and sit the hips down and back.
- Lower until the thighs are about level, the band taut the whole way.
- Drive up and keep the knees pressing out to the top.
Common mistakes
Knees caving into the band: the band is there to be pushed against; press out. Band rolling up or down the thighs: set it just above the knees. Heels lifting at the bottom: sit back and keep the whole foot down.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale up.
