There is allot of talk these days about the Bulgarian Split Squat otherwise called the Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat.
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Regardless of what you call it, I think its a great exercise. But, like any other exercise, it can be performed safely and effectively or it can performed in a less optimal manner.
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That said, I often see this exercise performed in manner that can be risky for you lower back.
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Check out this video to see what I’m talking about and discover a smarter, more back freindly version of the exercise!
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Nick,
Excellent stuff!
A “risky” exercise like the back squat coached well is a far better option than willy-nilly application of the latest “Holy Grail” exercise.
No such thing as a contraindicated exercise, just contraindicated populations.
Best regards,
Carson Boddicker
Nick, great coaching points about potential for low back issues, function and form are key – thanks!……Mike K./YMCA Training
Hi Coach Nick, One more in a long line of “more than just showing an exercise” videos. Thanks, as always. One question. You suggest stretching the hip extensor muscles beforehand, Would you please suggest a way to best do this. Also, I do have a problem with anterior pelvic tilt and therefore distended abdominals which all kinds of ab work and rear chain work have so far failed to improve. Any help at all with this problem would be much appreciated. Regards, and Thanks a ton, gene
“stretch the hip flexors” first; good call!
I mentioned that you should stretch the hip flexors, not extensors before performing the BSS.
I will post a video soon about how to properly do so.
Coach N
Well said!
I always say, there are no bad exercises, just bad applications.
It looks like we think alike!
Coach N
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