RNT Abduction SL Decline Squat
Exercise Overview
RNT ABDUCTION SINGLE LEG DECLINE SQUAT This is a unilateral terminal knee extension strengthening exercise for the knee extensors. This is also a reactive neuromuscular training exercise used to pattern turning on the hip abductors with the knee extensors. Loop a band around the outside of your knee and anchor it to a stable object beside you. Raise the heel by placing it on the handle of a dumbbell, or 2 inch plate, or heel wedge. Raise the non-target leg off of the ground and begin to squat down with one leg. Allow the knee to past the toes as you descend. Extend the knee to return to rise back up.
Muscles Involved
QuadricepsVastus medialis oblique (VMO)Hip abductorsGluteus maximusGluteus mediusPatellar tendonQuadriceps tendon
Related Conditions
Patellofemoral Pain SyndromePatellar TendinitisRunner’s KneeJumper’s KneeACL sprainQuadriceps tendinitisQuadriceps Strain
