Bulgarian Split Squat
Rear foot on a bench; squat on the front leg, keeping the torso upright.
How to do it
Setup
Rear foot laces-down on a bench behind you, front foot a long step ahead; torso tall.
Steps
- Lower straight down until the front thigh is near parallel.
- Keep the front knee tracking over the toes.
- Drive up through the front foot.
Common mistakes
Front foot too close: the knee dives past the toes; lengthen the stance. Pushing off the bench leg: it only balances; the front leg lifts. Torso folding forward: chest tall, drop the hips straight down.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale driving up.
