Exercises

Bulgarian Split Squat

Quadriceps
Gluteus maximus
Adductor magnus
Soleus
Dumbbell
Bulgarian Split Squat illustration

Setup

Stand a few feet in front of a bench. Hold a dumbbell in each hand. Extend one leg back and place the top of your foot on the bench.

How to perform

  1. Lower your hips straight down until your front thigh is parallel to the floor.
  2. Your front knee should be aligned with your foot.
  3. Push through your front foot to return to the starting position.
  4. Complete all reps on one side before switching to the other.

Form cues

  • Keep your chest up and your torso upright.
  • Maintain a stable core throughout the movement.
  • Focus on a controlled descent and a powerful ascent.

Common mistakes

  • Leaning too far forward.
  • Letting the front knee travel past the toes.
  • Pushing off the rear foot.

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