Exercise library
Quads
Smith Machine Split Squat
- Primary muscle
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Machine
- Movement pattern
- Squat
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Stand in a staggered stance under the fixed bar with most weight on the front foot. Lower straight down until the back knee nears the floor, then drive through the front heel to stand.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the quads — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Belt SquatMachineSquat
- Horizontal Leg PressMachineSquat
- Leg ExtensionMachineSquat
- Leg PressMachineSquat
- Machine Hack SquatMachineSquat
- Machine Hip AdductionMachineSquat
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the quads: