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Bulgarian Split Squat

Reps
8–12
Kit
Dumbbell
Video from @TheActiveLife, not affiliated with Talala

How to do it

  1. 1

    Stand about two big steps in front of a bench, facing away, with a dumbbell in each hand.

  2. 2

    Put the top of your back foot on the bench, laces down.

  3. 3

    Tighten your core. Breathe in as you lower straight down until your back knee almost touches the floor.

  4. 4

    Lean your chest forward slightly. This works your glutes more.

  5. 5

    Breathe out as you push through your front foot to stand up.

  6. 6

    Finish all reps on one leg, then switch.

Where you should feel it: Your front leg working hard on its own.

What your coach says mid-set

  • “Most of your weight stays front”
  • “Sink straight down”
  • “Chest tall, hips square”

Common mistakes

Front foot too close to the bench

Step your front foot further forward so your knee stays over your foot.

Wobbling side to side

Widen your stance a little and slow the lowering down.

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