How to Perform the Goblet Squat
Now that you have mastered the bodyweight squat, it’s time to add some external load in order to build more strength.
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- Grab a dumbbell or kettlebell and hold it against your chest
- Stand with feet shoulder distance apart, toes angled out 10 degrees
- Push your hips back as you lean your trunk forwards
- Lower down until your hips are in the same plane as your knees (thighs parallel)
- Squeeze your glutes and drive yourself back up to the starting position
For information on how to select the appropriate weight and progress it, refer to this article – insert link for how to select/progress weight
Want to learn how to refine your squat technique? Or maybe the basic technique described in this three part series just doesn’t feel right. There are many things that can be done to adjust and individualize the squat. To learn more, please refer to the following articles:
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