Eb says: Your tendency will be to view the split squat as a regression for unilateral leg training moves, and to assume that lunges and Bulgarian split squats offer more overall body benefit.

1. Strengthens legs and core ‘The Bulgarian split squat is a great exercise for strengthening your legs and your core,’ says Charlotte Frazier, trainer and studio manager at F45 Croydon.

There’s a reason why people get disgruntled by Bulgarian split squats, because despite making your legs shake with every rep, they’re an amazing quad builder.