Dumbbell Bulgarian Split Squat
- Main muscle
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Movement
- Lunge · Multi-joint
Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Weight bench
How to do it
- Stand facing away from a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, and rest the top of one foot on the bench behind you.
- Place your front foot far enough forward and stand tall.
- Bend your front knee to lower straight down until your front thigh is about parallel to the floor, knee in line with your toes.
- Push through your front heel to stand up; finish your reps, then repeat on the other side.
Do all reps on one side, then switch.
Beginner tip: Try it without weights first until you feel steady, then add dumbbells.