Goblet Squat
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Technique
Hold a dumbbell or kettlebell at chest level with both hands. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart. Squat down between your heels, keeping your elbows inside your knees at the bottom. Keep your chest tall throughout. Drive back up to standing.
Steps
- Hold the kettlebell at chest level with both hands
- Set your feet shoulder-width apart with your toes slightly turned out
- Brace your core and keep your chest tall
- Bend your knees and hips to squat down between your heels
- Keep your elbows inside your knees at the bottom
- Drive through your feet to return to standing
Common mistakes
- Letting the knees collapse inward
- Allowing the chest to drop forward
- Holding the kettlebell away from the chest
- Rising with the hips before the chest
Variations
- Dumbbell goblet squat
- Heels-elevated goblet squat
- Paused goblet squat
- Wide-stance goblet squat
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What muscles does Goblet Squat work?
Muscles: Quads, Glutes, Abs.
What equipment do I need for Goblet Squat?
Equipment: Kettlebell.
Where can I do Goblet Squat?
Location: Home, Gym.
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