Side-Squat

1. Start by standing with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.

2. Keep your chest lifted, back straight, and abs engaged throughout the exercise.

3. Shift your weight onto one leg, and begin to squat down on that leg, keeping the opposite leg straight. The foot of the straight leg should remain flat on the ground.

4. Lower your body down as far as comfortably possible, aiming to get the thigh of the squatting leg parallel to the ground. Ensure the knee of the squatting leg does not extend past your toes.

5. Keep your hands in front of you for balance, either by clasping them at chest level or extending them out in front.

6. Push through the heel of the bent leg to rise back up to the starting position.

7. Repeat the movement on the opposite side, shifting your weight and bending into the other leg.

8. Perform the desired number of repetitions, alternating sides each time.

9. Maintain controlled, steady movements without any jerky motions.

Tips: Make sure to warm up properly before performing side squats. Breathe in as you squat down and breathe out as you rise. Progress this exercise by adding dumbbells or a resistance band for increased difficulty. Always keep your movements controlled to minimize the risk of injury.

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