Split Squats

One of the best lower body strength exercises you can do with no equipment. Adopt a split stance with your rear foot elevated on a stable elevated surface (either flat or on toes) Make sure you are well balanced and ensure your rear leg is not stretched too far behind you. Rest your hand on a stable surface like a wall or chair if preferred for extra balance. Lean forwards slightly, bend at the hips and keeping your front heel grounded and front shin vertical smoothly lower down towards the floor. Your centre of gravity should drop straight down, not forwards (the latter will put pressure on your front knee!) Pause in the bottom position then smoothly push down through your front leg to return to the start position. The more comfortable the elevated surface the better. A padded bench, chair, bed or sofa works well. Play around a find a surface and height which works well for you.