Hip Extension, Core Stability, and the Split Squat

Written on June 15, 2016 at 5:17 am, by Eric Cressey

Here's another teaser from Mike Reinold and my resource, Functional Stability Training: Optimizing Movement. While the Bulgarian Split Squat (also known as the Rear-Foot Elevated Split Squat) has always been viewed as a "generally safe" exercise, it does require good hip extension range-of-motion that you can't just always assume is present. Check out this video to learn more:

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2 Responses to “Hip Extension, Core Stability, and the Split Squat”

1. timkettenring Says:
   June 15th, 2016 at 8:43 pm

   Crushing poor Mike’s self-confidence…

2. Shane Mclean Says:
   June 18th, 2016 at 10:42 am

   You guys are like the Batman and Robin of the fitness industry. Great video guys.