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Split Squats Alternatives & Substitutes
Discover the best alternatives to Split Squats that target your hamstrings. Find exercises for different equipment levels and workout settings.
Why Use Alternatives?
- •All these exercises target the hamstrings like Split Squats
- •Mix different alternatives to prevent plateaus and keep workouts fresh
- •Choose alternatives based on available equipment and your fitness level
- •Some alternatives may emphasize different parts of the muscle
Other Alternatives(2)
No Equipment Alternatives(4)
Bodyweight Alternatives(2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best alternatives to Split Squats?
The best alternatives to Split Squats include Seated Hamstring and Calf Stretch, World's Greatest Stretch, 90/90 Hamstring. These exercises target the same hamstrings muscles.
Why would I need an alternative to Split Squats?
You might need alternatives due to: equipment availability, gym crowding, injury prevention, muscle confusion for better results, or working around physical limitations.
Do alternative exercises work the same muscles as Split Squats?
Yes, all listed alternatives primarily target the hamstrings. However, each may emphasize slightly different aspects of the muscle or recruit different stabilizers.
Original Exercise
Split Squats
Hamstrings
None • intermediate
Target Muscles
All alternatives target the same primary muscles