Muscle Groups Involved
- VMO/Tear Drop - Primary
- Quads - Primary
- Glutes - Primary
- Hamstrings - Primary
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Highlights
- Front shin should be vertical to the floor at the bottom of the split squat.
- Back foot should be placed flat against the bench or support.
- An upright torso targets the quads best.
- Lean forwards at the hips to target the glutes more.
Description
The Bulgarian Split Squat is a wildly popular exercise for building strength and size in your lower body, especially the glutes and quadriceps. To perform the Bulgarian Split Squat start in a standi
Common Mistakes
Do not elevate your back foot too high so that you have to lean forwards dr
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Pro Tips
Keeping an upright torso position will put more emphasis on your quads. Lea
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Purpose
The Bulgarian Split Squat is a fantastic exercise for balancing out strengt
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Form
Your front knee should be bent to 90 degrees with your shin perpendicular t
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