One leg working under the fixed bar path for pure stability.
Keep your front shin vertical and most of your weight on the front leg.
The Smith Machine Single-Leg Split Squat is a Quads-first movement, with Glutes working as the supporting cast. Track it consistently and you'll see exactly how it feeds your quads volume for the week.
The Smith Machine Single-Leg Split Squat primarily works the Quads with Glutes assisting.
Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.
Yes, it's a unilateral movement. Start with your weaker side and match the reps with your stronger side so no side gets ahead.
