Wide-stance Goblet Squat
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Wide-stance Goblet Squat focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Wide-stance Goblet Squat with proper form and technique.
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Hold a dumbbell vertically in front of your chest with both hands cupping the dumbbell head. Your feet should be twice hip-width apart.
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Push your hips back and lower your body into a squat until your upper thighs are at least parallel to the floor. Keep your back straight, chin forward and weight tight to chest. Pause, then retract back to starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Wide-stance Goblet Squat safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Make sure you initiate the squat by pushing the hips back.
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Do not round the lower back.
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Do not let the knees cave inward.
Secondary Muscles
While Wide-stance Goblet Squat primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Wide-stance Goblet Squat, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Wide-stance Goblet Squat, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
