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Goblet Squat Hold
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Last discussed Sep 17, 2026
A functional strength and mobility test where the participant holds a weight (kettlebell or dumbbell) at chest height, descends to the bottom squat position, and holds for a set time to assess leg strength, core stability, and mobility.
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Essentials: How to Assess & Improve All Aspects of Your Fitness | Dr. Andy Galpin
Andy Galpin. · Sep 17, 2026
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Used for: Assessing lower body strength, core stability, and low back health with half body weight held for 45 seconds at the bottom of a squat
Praised: More functional than leg extension, assesses position, core strength, and low...
vs: Compared favorably to the leg extension test as more functional and providing...
"Another one I like a lot here is simply a front squat or a goblet squat hold. You're going to hold a weight in front of your chest — a kettlebell is great here, a dumbbell is fine — and you want to hold about half of your body weight, go all the w..."
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