Single Arm Front Squat

The Single arm front squat is a leg strengthening exercise with a functional core component. The unilateral weight position means the obliques and abdominal muscles need to be active through out the squat movement to maintain correct posture. If you have difficulty with squatting deep you should practice this further before beginning this exercise. The Single Arm Front Squat makes a great circuit exercise as the weight can be used for single arm rows, kettlebell swings, shoulder press and lunge curls. A kettlebell could be used instead of a dumbbell for a great outdoor low equipment circuit

Functional Benefit

The weight positioning creates a challenge for the obliques and abdominal muscles to maintain spine alignment. This makes it a great exercise for developing a stronger mid section for tasks that you may encounter everyday. If you have one side stronger in your core or leg muscles single side activities will help balance out these differences