Tempo split squat
A compound exercise for the quads and glutes, with help from the adductors. Equipment: no equipment.
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How to do it
- Setup: Split stance, hands on your hips.
- Take three seconds to lower
- Pause at the bottom, then stand
Muscles worked

Equipment
None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.
Alternatives
Exercises that train the same main muscles. See all tempo split squat alternatives.
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