Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat
The Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat is a compound exercise that mainly works the quads, with help from the glutes & hips and core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Secondary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Obliques
How to do the Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat
Stand with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and arms relaxed by your sides.
Bend your knees and push your hips back to lower down into a deep squat position.
As you descend, reach your right arm across your body to tap the heel of your left foot.
Push through your feet to stand back up to the starting position.
Repeat the squat on the opposite side by reaching your left hand to tap your right heel.
Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat FAQs
What muscles does the Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat work?
The Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat mainly works the quads, with help from the glutes & hips and core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris.
What equipment do you need for the Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat?
None. The Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Cross-Over Heel-Tap Squat go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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