Resistance Band Squat
Technique guide
Set-up
- Stand on the band with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes turned slightly out.
- Bring the ends up to your shoulders, holding them in front of your collarbones.
How to do it
- Squat down until your thighs are about parallel to the floor.
- Drive up through your whole foot, pushing against the band to stand tall.
- Keep the band tight on the way back down.
Coaching cues
- Knees track over your toes.
- Elbows high so the band stays on your shoulders.
Common mistakes
- Letting the band pull you forward onto your toes.
- Standing with your feet too close together, so the band slips.
Safety
- Make sure the band is centred under both feet so it can’t flick out.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
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