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Archer Squat

  • Beginner
  • Body weight
  • Lower Back · Quadriceps · Hamstrings · Hip Adductors

Setup instructions

1) Stand tall with a slight bend in the knees. Feet wider than shoulder-width apart. Keep the chest up, core and glutes tight.

2) Point the feet outwards slightly.

Perform instructions

1) Slowly lean to the right and bend that knee - you should feel the stretch in your inner thigh.

2) As you lower yourself, aim to keep a straight line between your extended leg, trunk and shoulders. Raise your left arm to the side and look up.

3) Pause for a second and drive back to the starting position - push from the right foot.

4) Repeat on the other side.

Anatomy