Exercise Comparison
Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound vs Suspended Split Squat
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Muscle Analysis
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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.
Suspended Split Squat
Suspend your straps so the handles are 18-30 inches from the floor.
Facing away from the setup, place your rear foot into the handle behind you. Keep your head looking forward and your chest up, with your knee slightly bent. This will be your starting position.
Descend by flexing the knee and hips, lowering yourself to the ground. Keep your weight on the heel of your foot and maintain your posture throughout the exercise.
At the bottom of the movement, reverse the motion, extending through the hip and knee to return to the starting position.
Verdict
Both exercises target the quadriceps. Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound is a beginner exercise using none, while Suspended Split Squat is intermediate and uses other. Choose Alternate Leg Diagonal Bound if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Suspended Split Squat for a greater challenge.