Exercise technique

dumbbell goblet squat

The dumbbell goblet squat is a lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and calves. It is performed by holding a dumbbell close to the chest and squatting down, making it a great movement for building strength and improving squat technique.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell vertically against your chest with both hands.
  2. Keeping your chest up and core engaged, lower your body down into a squat position by pushing your hips back and bending your knees.
  3. Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as you can comfortably go.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves.

Which programs include it?

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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