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Elevated Goblet Squat

Goblet squats, elevated! Targets quads & glutes while improving depth and balance. Level up your leg day.

The Elevated Goblet Squat is a compound exercise that mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Elevated Goblet Squat Muscles Worked

Primary

Quads (quadriceps femoris); Glutes (gluteus maximus)

Secondary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques

How to do the Elevated Goblet Squat

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • If using a weight, hold it close to your chest with both hands, keeping your elbows pointed down. Your hands should form a cup around the weight.

    • Keep your back straight, chest up, and shoulders relaxed.

  2. Lowering Phase:

    • Begin to squat down by bending at the hips and knees.

    • Keep your weight balanced on your heels, and ensure your knees track over your toes.

    • Lower your body until your thighs are parallel to the ground or as low as you can comfortably go while maintaining good form.

  3. Position Check:

    • Throughout the squat, your chest should remain up, and you should avoid rounding your back.

    • Your elbows should stay inside your knees if you are holding a weight.

  4. Rising Phase:

    • Press through your heels to rise back up to the starting position.

    • Squeeze your glutes as you return to standing.

    • Maintain control throughout the movement.

  5. Repetitions and Sets:

    • Aim for 8-12 repetitions for 2-3 sets, resting 30-60 seconds between sets.

Tips:

  • Make sure to warm up before starting your workout.

  • Focus on maintaining proper form to prevent injury.

  • If you're new to squats, practice without weights first to master the movement.

Elevated Goblet Squat FAQs

What muscles does the Elevated Goblet Squat work?

The Elevated Goblet Squat mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus.

What equipment do you need for the Elevated Goblet Squat?

None. The Elevated Goblet Squat is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

Is the Elevated Goblet Squat a compound exercise?

Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.

What workout day should the Elevated Goblet Squat go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Elevated Goblet Squat variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Barbell Elevated-Heel Squat, Barbell Clean-Grip Elevated-Heel Squat, Bodyweight Goblet Paused Squat and BOSU™ Ball Goblet Squat.

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