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Split Squat vs Lunge: Do You Know Which Is Better for Gaining Size and Strength?

If you've ever seen a powerlifter deadlift upwards of 600 pounds you're probably asking yourself "How did they get here?" While they'll surely tell you it came after years of repeating the beloved ...
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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 ...
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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, ...

These Squat Variations Hit Different Muscles—Here’s When (and Why) to Do Them

We go over squat form plus variations to try.
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Front foot elevated split squats will transform your lower-body strength – here's how to do them for results

Bulgarian split squats get a lot of airtime for being the love-to-hate lower-body exercise that delivers a lot of bang for your buck. But, for one reason or another, they aren’t ideal for everyone.
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7 Effective Squat Variations for Strong Legs and a Firm Butt

Squats are a classic in strength training. Without much equipment, they effectively train legs and glutes. They can be easily varied, allowing you to target different muscles and add new energy to ...