U Squat
Squat low *and* move! The U Squat adds a lateral movement to your squat, challenging your stability and glutes.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.
2. With your chest up and your core engaged, cross your arms in front of your chest.
3. Begin the movement by shifting your hips back as if you were going to sit in a chair.
4. As you bend your knees to lower into the squat, move laterally to your right, tracing a U-shape with your movement pattern.
5. Continue to squat down until your thighs are parallel to the ground, while still moving to your right.
6. Once you reach the bottom of your squat, reverse the movement, tracing the U-shape back to the left to rise back to the starting position.
7. Make sure to push through your heels and squeeze your glutes as you stand.
8. Continue alternating the movement to the left and right for the desired number of repetitions.
9. Keep your movements controlled and fluid throughout the exercise.
Ensure to warm up before performing U Squats and choose a repetition and set range that matches your fitness level. Perform this exercise with proper form to prevent injury and maximize effectiveness.
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