Weighted Plie Squat
The Weighted Plie Squat adds resistance to the wide-stance squat, increasing the challenge to your inner thighs and glutes.
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Step-by-step instructions
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Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart and your toes turned out at about 45 degrees.
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Hold a single dumbbell vertically with both hands in front of your body, letting it hang between your legs.
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Stand tall, keep your chest up, and look forward.
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Push your hips back and lower your body straight down, concentrating on squeezing your inner thighs and glutes as you descend.
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Lower until your thighs are as close to parallel to the floor as your range of motion allows.
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Press through your heels to return to the starting position, squeezing your glutes at the top.
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Repeat.
Notes
Keep your knees tracking in line with your toes — do not let them cave inward. Start with a lighter weight and increase gradually as your strength improves.
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