Another upper-and-lower-body combo move, split squats with overhead presses are an effective way to work your glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves while incorporating a bonus movement for your shoulders. Make sure your core is engaged while you do this dumbbell leg exercise so your back and upper body are supported during the overhead press.
- Holding two weights at your shoulders with your palms facing forward, take a big step backward with your right foot.
- Bend your knees to lower into a lunge, making 90-degree angles with both legs. Keep your core engaged, and make sure your front knee doesn't move forward beyond your toes.
- Straighten both legs to stand as you press the weights overhead. That's one rep.
- Complete equal reps on both sides.
