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Barbell Bulgarian Split Squat
The Barbell Bulgarian Split Squat is a barbell and bench exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.
Step by step
- Stand upright with a barbell across your upper back.
- Place one foot behind you on a bench and the other foot forward.
- Engage your core and lower your body by bending the front knee until the thigh is parallel to the floor.
- Push through the front heel to return to the starting position.
- Keep torso upright and knees tracking over toes.
- Maintain controlled movement and steady breathing.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and switch legs.
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