Do This Squat Superset for Stability and Strength

By Zach Abler

Do This Squat Superset for Stability and Strength

Looking for a workout that builds strength, boosts stability, and supports healthy knees? The Slant Board Squats + Split Squat superset is your go-to combo. Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, this superset targets your quads and lower body, helping you excel in sports like soccer and basketball while reducing the risk of injuries.

Here’s everything you need to know to crush this squat superset and take your training to the next level.

Slant Board Squats: Quad Focus and Knee Stability

The squat is a staple in many exercise programs, but the slant board variation is a good alternative especially for those who need to work on their ankle mobility. It's basically the same squat, but with different foot positioning. Keeping your upper body upright with your lower back and core tight is still a part of this wonderful squat variation. The slant board squat is good for stability training and muscle growth as it can help enhance power on your quads. It's a strength exercise that's kind on your joint capsule. You can add more weight by turning it into a goblet slant board front squat to take your leg strength to the next level.

💡 Why They Work: Slant board squats are incredible for emphasizing your vastus medialis oblique (VMO)—a key muscle for knee stability. By shifting the weight to your quads, you’ll also achieve deeper squats, improving flexibility and strength in your lower body.

✅ How to Do Them:

Position yourself on the slant board of your NordBench with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Keep an upright posture and slowly lower into a squat while keeping your knees aligned with your toes.

Push back up through your heels, engaging your quads and glutes.

📋 Reps & Sets: Perform 3 sets of 8-12 reps.

🚫 What to Avoid:

Don’t let your knees collapse inward—it compromises form and increases the risk of injury.

Keep the motion controlled; avoid bouncing at the bottom.

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Split Squat: Unilateral Strength and Balance

If you want to build muscle in your strength training, you must include the split squat. If you want to find out if you have imbalances on your left foot or right foot, you must do split squats. The split squat is a great exercises where you take one leg on the Nordbench, and the other one is fully extended on the front. High reps can stimulate muscle growth, low and slow reps can help increase strength. This same principle applies to other strength and hypertrophy exercises like biceps curl. Some of the best workout sessions I've ever had a set or two of split squats in it.

💡 Why They Work: Split squats target each leg individually, building balance and coordination while evening out muscle imbalances. They also strengthen your glutes, quads, and posterior chain, which are critical for sports and daily activities.

✅ How to Do Them:

Place one foot on the ground and your other foot on the NordBench’s split squat stand behind you.

Lower your body weight until your back knee nearly touches the ground.

Push through your front heel to return to the starting position.

📋 Reps & Sets: Complete 3 sets of 10 reps per leg.

🚫 What to Avoid:

Don’t lean too far forward; keep your torso upright.

Avoid rushing—control is key for activating the right muscle groups.

🌟 Related Read: Maximize Your Leg Strength with Rear-Foot Elevated Split Squat
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Why This Superset Works

This superset isn’t just about building stronger legs—it’s about creating a solid, stable base for sports and daily movements. Research in Sports Medicine (2021) shows that exercises like split squats are essential for improving balance and reducing asymmetries. Pairing them with slant board squats provides a well-rounded lower body workout that enhances performance and prevents injuries.

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Do It on Your NordBench

The NordBench is designed for versatility, giving you the tools to master exercises like slant board squats and split squats with ease. Its compact design, adjustable features, and unmatched stability make it the perfect addition to your home gym. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, the NordBench adapts to your needs, helping you build strength and prevent injuries.

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How to Use This Superset in Your Routine

✅ Add it to your leg day for focused strength and stability training.
✅ Perform it 2-3 times a week with a day of rest in between.
✅ Pair it with hip thrusts, lunges, or step-ups for a full lower-body routine.

🌟 Related Read: How Foot Positioning Changes the Muscle Focus in a Rear-Foot Elevated Split Squat
Fine-tune your foot placement for maximum results.

Final Thoughts

This squat superset is your ticket to stronger legs, healthier knees, and better stability. Whether you’re chasing athletic goals or just want to feel more confident in your movements, these exercises have you covered.

Ready to level up? The NordBench is here to support you every step (and squat) of the way. Let’s build strength, stability, and resilience—one rep at a time.

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