Kettlebell Pistol Squat

Muscles involved

GlutesQuadriceps

How to do it

1. Stand on one foot, extending the other leg forward with the foot elevated. 2. Hold a kettlebell with both hands at shoulder height. 3. Descend by bending the supporting knee, keeping your back straight. 4. Rise by pushing with your heel and repeat before changing legs.

Equipment required

Pesas rusas

Muscles worked

MaleFemale

Gluteus maximusQuadricepsAdductor magnusSoleus

Tips

- If you lack flexibility, place a small support under the heel of the supporting leg. - Keep the kettlebell firm against your chest to help maintain balance. - Do not let the knee of the supporting leg move inward when descending.

Difficulty