Weighted Plates Bulgarian Split Squat

Weighted Plates Bulgarian Split Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Hold a weight plate in each hand with your arms fully extended at your sides
  • 2Stand lunge-length in front of a sturdy bench
  • 3Place the toes of your back leg on the bench behind you
  • 4Lower your body until your front leg is parallel to the floor
  • 5Push upward, extending your front leg back to the starting position

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight and your front knee in line with your front foot while doing this exercise
  • Do not let your front knee go beyond your toes as you lower
  • Engage your core to balance yourself
  • Choose a weight that allows you to perform the exercise with correct form

Weighted Plates Bulgarian Split Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs