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: Keep a slight, soft bend in the standing leg to engage the muscles and protect the joint.

: Keep your hips "square" to the floor. A common mistake is letting the hip of the raised leg rotate upward; ensure your toes on the back foot point straight down toward the ground. <img width="500" height="312" src="https://i0.w...

: Master the balance and hinge first without weights. : Keep a slight, soft bend in the

"Keep your eyes focused on a spot about 3-4 feet in front of you on the floor. It helps significantly with balance." : Master the balance and hinge first without weights

: Strengthens the core, improves ankle stability, and enhances proprioception (your body's awareness of its position in space).

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: Hold the weight in the hand opposite the standing leg (contralateral) to further challenge your core stability. Barbell : For advanced lifters looking to maximize strength.