10 Split Squat Variations to Blast Your Quads

10 Split Squat Variations to Blast Your Quads

If there is one exercise most lifters love to hate, it’s got to be the split squat. As we are stronger in lifting with a bilateral stance than unilateral, performing the split squat usually requires a heavy reduction in weight. No matter what weight you’re using, split squats can help unlock many benefits including:

  • Improved muscle size and strength between sides
  • Enhanced performance with bilateral squats, deadlifts, and Olympic lifts
  • Reduced muscle imbalances, decreasing injury risk

This unilateral beast boosts athletic performance and lays the groundwork for enhanced hip mobility. But let’s face it, this is all great, but most do it for the teardrop quads and more juice in the caboose.

But here’s the kicker: Not all split squats are created equal. You can turn this move into a quad-dominating machine with a few tweaks. These 10 variations will keep your legs guessing and growing. Whether you’re chasing hypertrophy or enhanced single-leg strength, this list has you covered.

Let’s dive into how these split squat variations can supercharge leg day. Are you ready to blast those quads?

Why These 10 Split Squat Variations?

The split squat is the jam for building glute and quad strength while reducing strength imbalances between legs. But these 10 variations take it to the next level. Each variation targets specific training goals, from increasing the range of motion and time under tension to enhancing athleticism. These variations keep your quads guessing and your progress progressing by tweaking the load placement, equipment, and stability demands.

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