Dumbbell Goblet Squat Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Gluteus Maximus
Equipment
Dumbbell
Body Part
Thighs
Primary Muscle
Gluteus Maximus
Secondary Muscles
Quadriceps, Soleus, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Medius
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
beginner
Estimated Calories
5
Alternate Names
Goblet Squat

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Dumbbell Goblet Squat

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell vertically in front of your chest with both hands.
  2. Engage your core and keep your chest up as you lower your body into a squat.
  3. Push through your heels as you return to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Leaning too far forward instead of keeping your chest upright.
  • Letting your knees buckle inward during the squat.
  • Not going low enough to activate the glutes effectively.

Modifications

  • Use a lighter dumbbell or perform the squat without weights.
  • Perform the squat from a chair or box to decrease the range of motion.

Tips

  • Keep your elbows pointed down and close to your body throughout the movement.
  • Ensure your knees do not extend past your toes while squatting.
  • Engage your core for stability as you perform the squat.

Tags

squat
strength
lower body
dumbbell
glutes
fitness

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