Exercise Comparison
Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound vs Split Squat with Dumbbells
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Muscle Analysis
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Only in Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound
Instructions
Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound
Assume a comfortable stance with one foot slightly in front of the other.
Begin by pushing off with the front leg, driving the opposite knee forward and as high as possible before landing. Attempt to cover as much distance to each side with each bound.
It may help to use a line on the ground to guage distance from side to side.
Repeat the sequence with the other leg.
Split Squat with Dumbbells
Position yourself into a staggered stance with the rear foot elevated and front foot forward.
Hold a dumbbell in each hand, letting them hang at the sides. This will be your starting position.
Begin by descending, flexing your knee and hip to lower your body down. Maintain good posture througout the movement. Keep the front knee in line with the foot as you perform the exercise.
At the bottom of the movement, drive through the heel to extend the knee and hip to return to the starting position.
Verdict
Both exercises target the quadriceps. Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound is a beginner exercise using none, while Split Squat with Dumbbells is beginner and uses dumbbell. Choose Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound if you have access to none, or Split Squat with Dumbbells if you prefer dumbbell.