# Front Foot Elevated Split Squat

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/front-foot-elevated-split-squat

Also known as: Front Foot Elevated Split Squats, FFE Split Squat

Body region: Legs, Glutes

## Muscles

- Main: Gluteus Maximus, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis, Vastus Intermedius
- Helps: Rectus Femoris, Adductor Magnus, Biceps Femoris, Soleus
- Holds: Erector Spinae, Rectus Abdominis, Gluteus Medius

## Equipment

- Step Platform

## Technique

1. Place the front foot on a low step or plate and the back foot a long stride behind.
2. Lower the back knee toward the floor, front knee traveling forward over the toes.
3. Press up through the front foot; switch legs after the set.

### Cues

- Keep the front foot flat on a stable step.
- Stay tall and let the front knee track over the middle toes.
- Lower under control; do not drop onto the back knee.

### Common mistakes

- Letting the front heel lift.
- Using a step that is too high.
- Leaning the torso far forward and rounding the back.

## Alternatives

- [Dumbbell Split Squat](https://heatsy.app/ex/dumbbell-split-squat)
- [Bodyweight Split Squat](https://heatsy.app/ex/split-squat)