What Is Muscle Hypertrophy? Meaning, Training and Benefits
By
Larissa Brioso
Barbell split squat
Primary Equipment
Olympic barbell
Olympic barbell
Instructions
- Position the bar on your trapezius region and hold it with your hands
- Keep your elbows close to your torso and pointed downward
- Keep your torso upright and position one foot in front of the other, with the front foot flat on the floor and only the front part of the back foot touching the floor
- In a controlled manner, flex your hips and knees, lowering as far as possible while keeping your front foot firmly on the floor
- Then, return to the starting position by extending your hips and knees
Tips
- Keep your torso upright and avoid leaning forward
- Avoid letting your front knee collapse inward; maintain alignment with your hip
- Avoid using momentum or sudden movements
Target Muscle
Primary
Secondary
