Bulgarian Split Squat (Bodyweight): how to do it and form tips

Rear-foot-elevated single-leg squat with no load. Smashes the quads and glutes while exposing balance asymmetries.

Form tips

  1. Rear foot rests on a bench or couch ~12–18 inches behind you.
  2. Keep your front shin near vertical, don't let the knee cave in.
  3. Drive through the front heel to stand back up.
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