How to do Goblet Squat
- Main muscle
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Strength
Secondary muscles
How to do it
- 1
Stand holding a light kettlebell by the horns close to your chest. This will be your starting position.
- 2
Squat down between your legs until your hamstrings are on your calves. Keep your chest and head up and your back straight.
- 3
At the bottom position, pause and use your elbows to push your knees out. Return to the starting position, and repeat for 10-20 repetitions.
This page is general information. If you have an injury, pain or a health condition, check with a professional before doing this exercise.
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Ready-made programs with this exercise
Gyms and trainers on GamGym can import these programs as their own templates and assign them to members.
- Workout program
Full Body 3 Days (Beginner)
For new or returning gym-goers. Every session covers legs, push, pull and core with different movements on each of the three days. Sessions take 45-60 minutes.
Muscle gain · Beginner · Gym · 3 days a week · 8 weeks
- Workout program
Metabolic Circuit 3 Days
Each day is a six-station circuit with short transitions and 90 seconds between rounds. Heart rate stays high while muscle is maintained. Pair with a calorie deficit for fat loss. Sessions take 35-45 minutes.
Fat loss · Intermediate · Gym · 3 days a week · 6 weeks
- Workout program
Hybrid Cardio + Strength 4 Days
Two full-body strength days, one interval day and one long steady cardio day. Builds conditioning and endurance without losing muscle. Also fits members preparing for runs or hiking events.
Endurance · Beginner · Gym · 4 days a week · 8 weeks
- Workout program
50+ Low-Impact 3 Days
Joint-friendly machine and dumbbell work plus balance and posture drills. Aims to keep muscle and everyday strength (standing up, carrying, stairs). If only two days are possible, do A and B.
General health · Beginner · Gym · 3 days a week · 8 weeks
