Quads · Body weight · Beginner
How to do Curtsey Squat
The curtsey squat is a lower body exercise that targets the glutes and also works the quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves. It involves stepping one leg diagonally behind and across the body, bending both knees to lower into a squat, and then returning to the starting position. This movement challenges balance and coordination in addition to strength.
- Also works
- Hamstrings and Calves
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Legs
How to do Curtsey Squat, step by step
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Take a step diagonally behind and across your body with your right foot, crossing it behind your left leg.
- Bend both knees as if you were curtsying, lowering your body towards the ground.
- Keep your torso upright and your weight on your front foot.
- Push through your front foot to return to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, stepping diagonally behind and across your body with your left foot.
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Muscles worked
Curtsey Squat works your quads and glutes as the main movers, with help from your hamstrings and calves.
Track Curtsey Squat in SPLYT
Curtsey Squat is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.
