Strength

Band Squat Hold

The Band Squat Hold is a great lower body exercise targeting thighs, hips, and buttocks. It involves holding a squat while adding resistance with a band, enhancing strength, endurance, and stability.

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Band Squat Hold instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Stand upright and step on the middle part of a resistance band.

2

Hold the other ends of the band firmly with both of your hands.

3

Squat down while keeping your chest up and hips back until your thighs are parallel to the floor.

4

Hold this position while keeping your arms stable, ensuring that the band provides a consistent level of resistance.

5

Return to the standing position and repeat the exercise for the programmed number of reps.

Stand upright and step on the middle part of a resistance band.

Hold the other ends of the band firmly with both of your hands.

Squat down while keeping your chest up and hips back until your thighs are parallel to the floor.

Hold this position while keeping your arms stable, ensuring that the band provides a consistent level of resistance.

Return to the standing position and repeat the exercise for the programmed number of reps.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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