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Banded Squat demonstration

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Strength / Loop Band

Banded Squat

A bodyweight squat with a loop band above the knees to teach knees-out tracking.

Equipment

Loop Band

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Hamstrings · Glute Medius

Instructions

  1. 01

    Place a loop band just above the knees.

  2. 02

    Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly out.

  3. 03

    Push the knees out against the band as you squat down.

  4. 04

    Descend until thighs are parallel or below.

  5. 05

    Drive through the heels to stand back up.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.