Glutes · Dumbbells

Bulgarian split squat — Dumbbells

Target musclesGlute max · Outer quads · Inner quads

Bulgarian split squat — Dumbbells
Description

Single-leg movement to strengthen the glutes and hip stability.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Place your rear foot on a stable bench behind you before starting.
  • Keep your pelvis facing forward and trunk braced.
  • Align your front knee with your toes.
  • Keep most of your weight on the working leg.
  • Use the same range on the right and left sides.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Lower under control without losing knee alignment.
  2. Push firmly through your front foot to rise.
  3. Contract your glutes at the top, then continue with controlled repetitions.
Technique cue

Push with your front leg and keep your pelvis stable.

Common mistakes
  • letting the knee collapse inward
  • letting the torso collapse
  • pushing excessively with the rear leg
  • using an inconsistent range
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • Poor knee–pelvis alignment can overload the knee and hip.

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