Barbell Split Squat
In a static split stance with the bar on the back, lower the back knee and drive up through the front foot.
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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Movement
- Legs
Sets and reps
- For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
- For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
- Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.
Variations
The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.
Alternatives
Other exercises for the quads, for when the barbell is taken or you want a change.
Questions
- What muscles does the Barbell Split Squat work?
- The Barbell Split Squat mainly works the quads and glutes.
- What equipment do you need for the Barbell Split Squat?
- A barbell.
- How many sets and reps of the Barbell Split Squat?
- For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
- What can I do instead of the Barbell Split Squat?
- ATG Split Squat, Backward Sled Drag, Band Squat and Belt Squat work the same main muscle.
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Coaches add the Barbell Split Squat to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.
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