Goblet Squat
The goblet squat is the friendliest squat for beginners. Holding a kettlebell at the chest keeps you upright and teaches a deep, well-aligned squat position.
- Primary muscles
- Quadriceps
- Secondary muscles
- Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Shoulders
- Equipment
- Kettlebells
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Strength
Photos
Instructions
- Stand holding a light kettlebell by the horns close to your chest. This will be your starting position.
- Squat down between your legs until your hamstrings are on your calves. Keep your chest and head up and your back straight.
- At the bottom position, pause and use your elbows to push your knees out. Return to the starting position, and repeat for 10-20 repetitions.
Exercise data and photos from free-exercise-db (Unlicense).