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Squat to side leg lift: the whole movement

Main musclesMinor muscles

Booty band

Squat to side leg lift

Where the band goes: Just above the knees
BandBooty band
Fabric hip circle, mini loop band
Main musclesQuads, Glutes, Side glutes
Minor musclesCalves
LevelIntermediate
Try3 sets of 12 (alternate sides)

How to do it

  1. Stand with feet hip-width apart.
  2. Squat down, pushing your knees apart against the band.
  3. Stand up and lift one leg out to the side.
  4. Lower it and squat again, then lift the other leg.
TipHold a wall if you lose balance on the lift.
AvoidSwinging the leg. Lift it with control.

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