Kettlebell Goblet Squat
Step by step
How to perform
- Begin the exercise by pushing your hips back and bending your knees, lowering your body into a squat position while keeping your chest up and your back straight.
- Go down until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor, ensuring that your knees do not go past your toes.
- From the bottom of the squat, push your heels into the ground and drive your body upwards back to the starting position.
- Repeat this motion for the desired number of repetitions while maintaining proper form throughout the exercise.
Overview
About this exercise
The Kettlebell Goblet Squat is a full-body exercise that primarily targets the lower body muscles such as the glutes, quads, and hamstrings, while also engaging the core and upper body. It's an ideal workout for both beginners and advanced fitness enthusiasts due to its versatility and adaptability. People would want to do this exercise because it not only builds strength and endurance but also improves balance, coordination, and overall functional fitness.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Another mistake is rounding the back during the squat. It's crucial to maintain a neutral spine throughout the entire movement to prevent any potential injuries. To help with this, engage your core and keep your chest up.
Aim to lower your body until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor. If you're not going deep enough, you're not fully engaging your glutes and hamstrings. However, if you're going too low (past parallel), you could strain your knees or lower back.
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