As we reach the halfway mark of January ’25 today, how is your fitness journey going? Are you being consistent, training to where you’re at, and eating to support your goals?
One exercise we use almost every month in all of our small group training (TEAM) and small group personal training (ELITE) is some variation of the Split Squat.
We love to program and train Split Squats at ELEVATE!
It’s one thing to train a bilateral squat like Goblet Squats and barbell or Safety Bar Squat variations, however there is something special and spicy whenever we split the foot position apart.
The Kettlebell Goblet Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat is an excellent option for almost everyone and can be loaded with a dumbbell instead.
If you train at home and don’t have a bench, then a couch, an ottoman, or a chair can work great for the rear foot elevated support.
Don’t try this on a set of stairs, your back shin will thank you for that experience tip.
If you’re a runner, hiker, kick-baller, wood chopper or jiu jitsu athlete – Split Squats should be a staple in your training program.
You can build mobility, stability and strength across your body and because of this we recommend doing them at least once a week.
Rep ranges can go from an intense and heavy set of 3-4 all the way up to 20 each leg if you are really having a bad day and want to feel something else.
Let us know how it goes, and if you have any questions, we’re here for you.
