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Visual demonstration of the Counterbalanced Skater Squat exercise

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Difficulty
Beginner
Movement type
Strength
Primary muscles
Biceps Glutes Quadriceps
Secondary muscles
Calves
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise guide

Counterbalanced Skater Squat

3 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Counterbalanced Skater Squat is a bodyweight exercise targeting Quadriceps (Quadriceps Femoris), Glutes (gluteus maximus, gluteus mideus).

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How to perform it

  1. Stand tall on your right foot, curl your left leg to 90 degrees, and extend your arms forward.
  2. Lower your hips while bending your right knee, lean forward, and maintain balance by moving your left thigh backward.
  3. Hold this position for a while, return to the initial position, and repeat.
Counterbalanced Skater Squat

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