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Lunges Vs. Split Squats: Which Exercise is Most Effective For Lower-Body Strength?

Lunges and squats are both popular strength exercises for your lower body. There are a ton of variations of these moves — some that may even look and feel almost identical. When it comes to lunges and ...
Women's Health

This 'Ballerina' squat variation builds strength and mobility at once – here's why it's a PT favourite

‘Ballerina Bulgarian squats primarily target the glutes, especially the glute medius and glute maximus,’ says James Brady, a personal trainer at OriGym. ‘Compared to standard Bulgarian split squats, ...
Women's Health

Hate Bulgarian split squats? Try these 3 glute-building alternatives instead

The Bulgarian split squat has a reputation for being a bit unlikeable. Challenging to both set up and perform with decent form, it’s an advanced exercise that requires relative strength, balance, ...
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4 Ways to Modify the Dreaded Bulgarian Split Squat, According to a Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Along with burpees, push-ups, and deadlifts, Bulgarian split squats are among the exercises that, honestly, lots of gym-goers hate. A big reason for that is the howl-inducing burn they deliver to the ...