Monica Green
Writer and expert2 years ago
This leg workout from calisthenics and weightlifting expert Kestutis requires some serious control. There are five exercises in the workout and the only equipment used is a long resistance band. However, don’t panic if you don’t have a resistance band, this workout is totally doable with no equipment at all. Let’s get into it.
The workout
Pause squat with leg raises
- Get into the squat position, using a wall to lean your back against for balance
- Stay in this position, raising each leg one at a time
Resistance band pistol squat
- Tie a resistance band overhead
- Get into the pistol squat position, holding onto the resistance band with one hand for balance
- Perform your pistol squat, slow and controlled
Banded squat and walk-out
- Secure the resistance band behind you, and place it around your waist so it’s taut.
- Squat slowly and controlled
- Perform a half squat and walk out four steps ahead, then four steps back to your original position
Jumping lunges
- Begin in the lunge position
- Jump and push the alternate leg forward to return to a lunge position
Take home message
Hopefully Kestusis has helped to switch up your usual leg day and given you something different to test out. This workout should help to re-focus your form on certain movements and emphasise the importance of slowing down exercises from time-to-time.
Congrats if you made it through this one, you deserve a protein shake.Enjoyed this article?
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Monica Green
Writer and expert
Originally from London, Monica graduated from the University of Leeds with a degree in Philosophy. After discovering a love for the gym whilst studying, Monica was drawn to weight training which helped her hugely through stressful times as a student.
From writing for a popular student site, Monica developed her skills as an author, writing trending feature pieces regularly. She is thrilled to be able to combine her love for writing with her passion for the gym.
In her spare time Monica loves to cook, try out new restaurants with friends and explore new walking trails.