This is focused on building single-leg strength with an emphasis on the glute medius for external rotation of the hip.
Single Leg Lower Body Strength (Hip Stabilization Focus)
Workout
Mechanical
LLT
LMT
ULT
UMT
GPR
GAR
LPR
LAR
HISS
HIIT
SISS
SIIT
Warm-Up Blocks
Leg Day Warm Up
Horizontal Loading
Workout Blocks
Single-Leg Triset
Tri-Set
x 3
LLT
Bulgarian Split Squat
reps
8 each leg
reps
8 each leg
| Set | Reps |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8 each leg |
| 2 | 8 each leg |
| 3 | 8 each leg |
Attach band to wall/bench and to outer leg (below or under knee) for more hip external rotation and glute focus. Hold for last 1-2 reps
Single-Leg Triset
Tri-Set
x 3
LLT
Alternating DB Cossack Squat
reps
6-8
load
heavy
Tempo
controlled
Rest
30 sec
reps
6-8
load
heavy
Tempo
controlled
Rest
30 sec
I like to pair this with a DB in each hand and add a bent over row at the bottom of the movement.
| Set | Reps | Load | Tempo | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6-8 | Heavy | Controlled | 30 sec (h:m:s) |
| 2 | 6-8 | Heavy | Controlled | 30 sec (h:m:s) |
| 3 | 6-8 | Heavy | Controlled | 30 sec (h:m:s) |
Rotate feet out