Not only does it target the glutes, quads and hammies – all the same muscles as a traditional squat – but also tests balance, requiring you to engage your core muscles to keep upright while balancing on one leg.
How do you do a Bulgarian split squat?
BREAK IT DOWN: How to Do the Bulgarian Split Squat
- Stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a knee-high platform. ...
- Keeping your torso upright, slowly lower your right knee toward the floor. ...
- Tip: Maintain evenly distributed weight in your whole foot. ...
- Reverse the move and return to the starting position.
Which leg does a Bulgarian split squat work?
Bulgarian split squats primarily work the quads and glutes. In addition, they work the hamstrings, calves, adductors, and require some core work depending on the variation being performed.
