Kettlebell Goblet Squat

The Kettlebell Goblet Squat primarily works the Gluteus Maximus, Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis, with secondary activation of the Erector Spinae, Trapezius (Upper) and stabilizer support from the Gluteus Medius, Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a kettlebell compound exercise at beginner difficulty.

Hold a kettlebell at chest height and perform a full squat with upright posture.

EquipmentKettlebell
DifficultyBeginner
TypeCompound
MovementSquat
ForcePush
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryGluteus Maximus, Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis
SecondaryErector Spinae, Trapezius (Upper)

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Grasp kettlebell by the handle with firm grip. Execution: Bend at hips and knees, lowering body until thighs are parallel to floor. Drive through feet to return to standing position. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis, Gluteus Maximus.

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