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Bulgarian Split Squat

Elevating the back foot concentrates the work on the front leg, building deep single-leg strength and hip stability.

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How to dose it

Sets
3
Reps
8 each
Intensity
RPE 6
Rest
60–90 s

Bone load

Spine
Hip
Wrist

Equipment

bench

Set up

  1. 1Top of the back foot on a bench behind you, front foot forward.

Do this

  • Lower straight down over the front foot
  • Keep the torso tall
  • Drive up through the front heel

Avoid this

  • Front knee caving
  • Leaning too far forward

Safety

Hold support while learning the balance.

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