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Goblet Squat
A beginner-friendly squat with a kettlebell held at chest height for improved posture and depth.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- gluteus maximus · quadriceps · hamstrings
- Goals
- hypertrophy · strength
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Hold a kettlebell at chest height with both hands.
- Squat down keeping the weight close to your chest.
- Drive back up.
- Repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- The goblet position naturally encourages an upright torso.
- Push knees out at the bottom.