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Goblet Squat

A front-loaded squat that is easy to learn and useful for building basic squat mechanics.

Primary musclesQuads, Glutes
Secondary musclesCore, Adductors
EquipmentDumbbell or kettlebell
DifficultyBeginner · Squat
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How to perform

  1. Hold the weight close to your chest with both hands.
  2. Brace and sit down between your hips while keeping the whole foot planted.
  3. Reach a comfortable controlled depth.
  4. Drive through the floor to stand tall.

Tips

  • Keep the weight close to the body.
  • Use a lighter load while learning your stance and depth.

Common mistakes

  • Letting the weight drift away from the chest.
  • Collapsing inward at the knees.

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