Movement library

Goblet Squat

KettlebellQuads, Glutes, CoreKettlebell or dumbbell

A squat while holding a weight at your chest. It teaches an upright torso and is one of the best ways to learn to squat.

How to do it

  • Hold the weight close, elbows down
  • Sit between your heels
  • Chest proud, elbows inside the knees
  • Drive up through the whole foot

Watch out for

  • Letting the weight drift away from the chest
  • Rounding the upper back

Make it easier

Go lighter or squat to a box.

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