Machine Belt Bulgarian Split Squat
The Bulgarian split squat with the load hung from a hip belt on a lever machine; the legs work hard while the spine carries nothing.
How to do it
Setup
Belt on the hips hooked to the lever, hands on the handles, rear foot on a bench.
Steps
- Release the lever and stand tall on the front leg.
- Sink straight down until the front thigh is level.
- Drive up through the front foot.
Common mistakes
Pulling on the handles to rise: they steady you, the leg lifts. Belt riding up to the waist: fix it low on the hips. Bench too far back: the rear foot only rests on it; move it closer.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale up.
