Legs are the body’s foundation, and weak leg muscles lead to postural and other health issues.
Variation of squat is done by keeping the dumbbell close to chest while lowering the hips below knee level.
It targets the gluteal, hamstrings, quadriceps and calf muscles. The dumbbell variation should be attempted only after mastering body weight lunges.
Strengthens the lower back and activates the hamstring muscles. The dumbbell should be held just outside the legs and lowered to the shine bone.
Strengthens the gastrocnemius muscles of the calf. Dumbbell adds an additional resistance and is to be held with both hands.