bulgarian split squat bodyweight left

Category

Legs

Difficulty

Intermediate

Equipment

Bodyweight

Primary muscles

Quadriceps Femoris, Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Mideus

Secondary muscles

Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, Gastrocnemius, Soleus

How to do it

1. Stand a few feet in front of a bench or elevated surface, facing away from it. Place your right foot behind you on the bench, with the top of your foot resting on the surface.
2. Position your left foot firmly on the floor, a comfortable distance in front of the bench.
3. Lower your body by bending your left knee and hip, keeping your torso upright, until your left thigh is parallel to the floor.
4. Push through your left heel to return to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.

Form tips

• Keep your front knee aligned with your toes to avoid putting unnecessary strain on your knee.
• Focus on driving through the heel of your front foot to engage your glutes and quadriceps effectively.
• Maintain a slight forward lean to help with balance and ensure proper form throughout the exercise.