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Plie Squat [One Side at a Time]

Lower BodyInner ThighsGlutesQuads

Tip Toe Plie Squat [One Side at a Time]

This variation of the Plie Squat focuses the movement on one side at a time, adding a lateral shift that increases the challenge to the inner thigh of the working leg.

Equipment: None
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Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet about 2-3 feet apart with your toes turned out. Place your hands on your hips and look forward.

  2. 2

    Lift up your heel of your left foot so that you are standing on your tip toe.

  3. 3

    Press through your right heel to return to the center standing position.

  4. 4

    Shift your weight to your left side and lower into a squat on the left leg, allowing your right leg to straighten.

  5. 5

    Press through your left heel to return to center.

  6. 6

    Continue alternating sides.

Notes

Keep your chest up and your back straight throughout. The knee of the squatting leg should track over your toes.

Muscles worked

Inner ThighsGlutesQuads
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