Bulgarian Split-Squat
Master balance & strength! The Bulgarian Split-Squat targets legs & core. A challenging single-leg exercise for all fitness levels.
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand in front of a bench or platform, facing away from it.
2. Extend one leg back and place the top of the foot on the bench.
3. Position yourself so that when you descend into the squat, your front knee will not extend past your toes.
4. Keep your torso upright, with your chin up and shoulders back.
5. Bend your front knee and lower your body until your front thigh is approximately parallel with the ground.
6. Ensure your front knee stays in line with your toes and does not collapse inward.
7. Drive through the heel of your front foot, extending your hips and knee to return to the starting position.
8. Perform the desired number of repetitions for one leg, then switch to the other leg.
Ensure to maintain proper form throughout the exercise, and consider adding weights once you can perform the bodyweight version with a full range of motion and good stability.
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