Weighted Cossack Squat
Also known as: Goblet Cossack Squat, Kettlebell Cossack Squat, Weighted Cossack Squats, Loaded Cossack Squat, Cossack Squat with Weight, Weighted Side-to-Side Squat, Weighted Lateral Squat, Weighted Cossack Lunge
Variation of: Cossack Squat
Body region
Equipment
Technique
- Hold a dumbbell or kettlebell at the chest and take a very wide stance.
- Squat down to one side with that heel flat, the other leg straight and its toes up.
- Push back to the middle and repeat on the other side.
Cues
- The weight in front acts as a counterbalance; keep it close to the chest.
- Only load it once the bodyweight version is smooth and deep.
Common mistakes
- Letting the weight pull the chest forward.
- Rising onto the toes of the squatting leg.