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Bulgarian Split Squat

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01Facts

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Bulgarian Split Squat is an intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Quads in the Legs region. Performed using dumbbells, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes, Hamstrings and Core. Trained one side at a time.

02Muscle recruitment

Scored primarily as Legs. Stimulus share across muscles:

LegsSHARE100
CoreSHARE30

03Equipment variations

Dumbbell

Bulgarian Split Squat

Also called bss, rfess, rear-foot elevated split squat, rear foot elevated squat

External load · Per side · Home

Barbell

Barbell Bulgarian Split Squat

Barbell Bulgarian Split Squat is an intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Quads in the Legs region. Performed using a barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes, Hamstrings and Core. Trained one side at a time.

External load · Per side · Gym

Smith

Smith Bulgarian Split Squat

Smith Bulgarian Split Squat is a beginner multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Quads in the Legs region. Performed using a Smith machine, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Glutes, Hamstrings and Core. Trained one side at a time.

External load · Per side · Gym

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