Dumbbell Assisted Bulgarian Split Squat
The hand-supported Bulgarian split squat with a dumbbell in the free hand, so the leg can take a load.
How to do it
Setup
Dumbbell in the hand away from the rack, the other hand on it, rear foot on a bench.
Steps
- Lower to parallel, the dumbbell hanging still.
- Keep the shoulders level against the one-sided load.
- Drive up through the front foot.
Common mistakes
Leaning toward the dumbbell: shoulders level, torso tall. Heaving on the upright: fingertips are enough; the leg works. Dumbbell swinging on the way down: lower slowly.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale driving up.
