If you've been hitting back squats hard, it may be time to introduce a different exercise: the Bulgarian split squat. Modifying exercises every 3 to 4 weeks keeps your workouts fresh and ensures that ...
We’ll never say barbell back squats are a terrible exercise—especially since some will argue, convincingly, that the movement is the king of all exercises. But for the average gymgoer, this ...
When it comes to Bulgarian split squats, properly programming them into your workouts can be just as challenging as performing the exercise. Leg day conundrums like this might be the norm if you're ...
We’ll be the first to admit it: carving wheels of steel feels painstaking enough without weaving single leg exercises like the Bulgarian split squat into the mix. On the days you feel like cutting ...
Squats are one of the very best lower body exercises out there, and if you’ve ever worked out at all, you’ve certainly done them. But too many of us have never broadened our horizons beyond the humble ...
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What is it about this single leg exercise where the back leg is elevated on a bench? Here’s why so many people are talking about it now When I started lifting weights long years ago, the squat, which ...
The split squat can be done using dumbbells, a barbell, kettlebells or your own bodyweight. To make the exercise harder, you can place the back foot on an elevated surface to perform a Bulgarian split ...
Laura Salcedo is an accomplished trainer. She started as a group exercise instructor and has since moved into personal training. She continually learns more about her craft and often poses for the Las ...
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The workouts, exercises, and training tips that New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard uses to stay in top shape. We spoke with his trainer. Don’t let the baseball uniform fool you—New York Mets ...