Bodyweight Bulgarian Split Squat

Exercise for thigh, glutes, calves and core muscles

Bodyweight Bulgarian Split Squat Illustration

Exercise execution guide

Starting position

Rest one leg on the bench behind you, with your laces down. Place your front foot (your squatting leg) about 3 footsteps in front of the bench. Keep a shoulder-width stance, your back foot should not be directly behind your front. Place your hands on your hips.

Execution

Squat down with your standing leg while bracing your core and keeping your chest tall until your back knee almost touches the floor. Pause and push up through your front foot only and return to the starting position. Do not allow your knee to move in or out during the movement.

Equipment Required

Bench

Main muscles

Thigh and Glute Muscles

Secondary muscles

Core Muscles, Calves