Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat
Boost single-leg strength and stability with the weighted counterbalanced skater squat.
- Movement
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Per set
- 1 min
- Rest
- 1 min
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Variations of Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat
Weighted Counterbalanced Squat
Thighs · Gluteus Maximus · Weighted
Bosu Ball Balance Counterbalanced Skater Squat
Thighs · Bosu ball
Weighted Sissy Squat
Thighs · Quadriceps · Weighted
Weighted Squat
Thighs · Gluteus Maximus · Weighted
Description
A one-legged squatting exercise where one foot is elevated behind the athlete. A weight is held in front to serve as a counterbalance.
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How to do Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat
- 01Setup
Stand tall, holding a dumbbell or kettlebell horizontally at chest height with both hands. Extend one leg straight back, resting the top of your foot on a bench or elevated surface behind you.
- 02Setup
Ensure your standing foot is directly under your hip, and your core is engaged to maintain a neutral spine. Slightly bend your elevated knee.
- 03
Initiate the movement by bending your standing knee and hip, lowering your body as if sitting back into a chair. Simultaneously, allow the weight to extend slightly forward as a counterbalance.
- 04
Descend until your standing thigh is roughly parallel to the ground, or as deep as your mobility allows without losing balance or rounding your back. Keep your chest up and gaze forward.
- 05
Drive through your standing heel and midfoot to powerfully extend your knee and hip, returning to the starting upright position. Maintain consistent counterbalance throughout the ascent.
Tips
- The weight held in front acts as a counterbalance, helping you maintain an upright torso; adjust its forward extension throughout the movement to find your optimal balance point.
- Ensure your standing foot is firmly planted, distributing pressure evenly through your heel and midfoot, and avoid letting your heel lift during the descent.
- Focus on a slow, controlled eccentric (lowering) phase to maximize muscle engagement and improve stability, rather than dropping too quickly into the squat.
- Keep your standing knee tracking in line with your toes throughout the movement, preventing it from caving inward or pushing excessively outward.
Common mistakes
- Rounding the lower back places undue stress on the spine; keep your core tight and chest proud to maintain a neutral spine throughout the entire movement.
- Losing balance is often due to improper weight distribution or a weak core; focus on engaging your core and pressing through your entire standing foot for stability.
- Allowing the standing knee to collapse inward (valgus collapse) can lead to knee pain; actively push your knee slightly outward to track over your midfoot.
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Is Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat good for beginners?
Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat is rated advanced. Beginners can still attempt it with lighter weight and careful form, but it's best to master easier variations first.
What equipment do I need for Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat?
You need Weighted to perform Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat. If you don't have this equipment, look for variations that target the same muscles with what you have available.
What are the best tips for Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat?
The weight held in front acts as a counterbalance, helping you maintain an upright torso; adjust its forward extension throughout the movement to find your optimal balance point. Ensure your standing foot is firmly planted, distributing pressure evenly through your heel and midfoot, and avoid letting your heel lift during the descent. Focus on a slow, controlled eccentric (lowering) phase to maximize muscle engagement and improve stability, rather than dropping too quickly into the squat. Keep your standing knee tracking in line with your toes throughout the movement, preventing it from caving inward or pushing excessively outward.
What are common mistakes when doing Weighted Counterbalanced Skater Squat?
Rounding the lower back places undue stress on the spine; keep your core tight and chest proud to maintain a neutral spine throughout the entire movement. Losing balance is often due to improper weight distribution or a weak core; focus on engaging your core and pressing through your entire standing foot for stability. Allowing the standing knee to collapse inward (valgus collapse) can lead to knee pain; actively push your knee slightly outward to track over your midfoot.
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