John F. Graham

Exercise Technique: Dumbbell Squat, Dumbbell Split Squat, and Barbell Box Step-up

STARTING POSITION Select 2 dumbbells of equal weight (Figure 1a). Pick up the 2 dumbbells from the rack, the floor or have them handed by a trainer or training partner. Maintain consistent spacing between knees throughout the movement; do not allow knees to move outward or inward. Arms should hang at the side with dumbbells held firmly in the hands. Torso should remain erect. Keep chest out and up. Shoulders are back. Keep head and neck straight with eyes looking straight ahead.