Kettlebell Goblet Squat Mobility Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus, Adductor Magnus, Quadriceps, Gastrocnemius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Goblet Squat
How to: Kettlebell Goblet Squat Mobility
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a kettlebell close to your chest with both hands.
- Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, as if you're sitting in a chair.
- Keep your elbows inside your knees and your chest lifted.
- Go as low as comfortable, ideally until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or rounding the back.
- Allowing the knees to cave inward during the squat.
- Not going low enough into the squat.
Modifications
- Use a lighter kettlebell or perform the squat without weights.
- Perform the squat to a chair for added support and stability.
Tips
- Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knees do not go past your toes when you squat.
- Focus on pushing through your heels as you rise back up.
Kettlebell Goblet Squat Mobility Alternatives
Tags
kettlebell
squat
mobility
strength
thighs
glutes