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How to do Goblet squat

Goblet squat works the Quads, glutes, abs (to keep you upright) with dumbbells. Key cue: “Hold the dumbbell upright at your chest. Lower with your elbows inside your knees”

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Steps

  1. Hold one end of a dumbbell with both hands, upright in front of your chest
  2. With feet shoulder-width apart, push your hips back and squat
  3. When your thighs near parallel, drive through your heels to stand

How many: 10–12 reps × 2–3 sets

Muscles worked

Quads, glutes, abs (to keep you upright)

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