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A kettlebell squat variation held at the chest that primarily targets the quads and glutes, used for building lower body strength and improving core stability.
Kettlebell
2/5 • Beginner
Quads, Glutes
Lower Back, Abs, Hamstrings, Adductors
9
No
No
No
Small
Low
Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis
Glute Max
Erector Spinae
Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis
Semitendinosus, Biceps Femoris
Adductor Magnus
8-15 reps
60-120 seconds • Rest shorter for stability and conditioning sets.
Stand slightly wider than shoulder-width with toes pointed slightly out. Hold a single kettlebell by the horns vertically against your chest, keeping elbows tucked close to your ribs.
Inhale deeply as you descend; brace the core strongly, then exhale forcefully as you drive back up to the start position.
3-0-1
Lower until the thighs are parallel to the floor, or slightly below if mobility allows, while maintaining an upright torso.
Not required; the kettlebell can be safely dropped forward if necessary.
Goblet Squat
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