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Smith Machine Split Squat

Description

The "Smith Machine Split Squat" is a strength exercise performed on the Smith machine, ideal for targeting the legs and glutes. It involves placing one foot forward and the other back, lowering the body until the front thigh is parallel to the ground while the bar slides vertically along the machine. This exercise helps improve stability, correct muscle imbalances, and reduces stress on the back, providing a safe environment for strength training.

Muscles

Front
Back

Primary muscles

  • Hamstrings
  • Quads

Secondary muscles

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Description and images from the open wger exercise database, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 (authors: workout@rooven.anonaddy.me, wger.de). Translations by Calix are shared under the same license. Muscle diagrams: wger project (AGPL-3.0).