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About Joe Gunn
Expertise
Anything related to strength training, long distance running, speed development for all sports, and weight loss issues.

Experience
Over 30 years as a personal trainer of athletes as well as average individuals.

Organizations
Certified strength and Conditioning Specialist with the the National Strength and Conditiong Association. Certified Club coach with the United States Weightlifting Association. Certifed Level II long distance coach with the USA Track & Field.

Education/Credentials
M.S with majors in exercise science and psychology

You are here: Experts > Recreation/Outdoors > Bodybuilding > Strength Training > goblet squat

Topic: Strength Training

Expert: Joe Gunn
Date: 9/12/2008
Subject: goblet squat

Question
Hello

I have read in articles about goblet squat, whereby you cupped a dumbell vertically close to your chest and squat, saying this is probably the best exercise for the lower body. Apparently you have to squat beyond the knee level. Is this exercise probably the best for your lower body and if you have to squat below knee level, is this bad for the knees?

Thank you.

Sincerely

Eddie Chan

Answer
Hey Eddie, goblet squats are a good lower body (low risk) exercise when done properly. They are kind of like front squats. I wouldn't say they are the best lower body exercise but what is. We all have opinions on that. I like the lunge personally. Go to http://www.davedraper.com/blog/2006/11/04/what-are-goblet-squats-goblet-squat-in... for more info...Joe

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