Band Squat
For the Band Squat, you will need an open or closed band to provide added resistance. To get in the right position, stand on the band with your feet a little more than shoulder width apart and your toes slightly pointed out. From here, hold the band in your hands above your shoulders with the desired tension in the band. Stick your bottom back and squat down till your legs are bent at 90 degrees. Then keep your head and chest up as you press your hips and legs up back to the starting position. Repeat this motion for the allotted number of reps and then rest.
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This exercise focuses on the quads and hamstrings. The added press of your hips to full extension also gets your glut muscles heavily involved.