Bulgarian Split Squat

Bulgarian Split Squat

Bulgarian Split Squat

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

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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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