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Single Leg Squat pistol
Muscles involved
The pistol squat is an advanced single-leg squat. It builds strength, balance and mobility.
How to do it
- Extend one leg forward and balance your weight on the supporting leg.
- Slowly descend, keeping your torso firm.
- Pause at the bottom without losing alignment.
- Rise with control, completing the repetition before changing legs.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Extend your arms forward to aid balance. - Lower in a controlled manner, prioritizing technique over depth. - Use light support at first if you need help with balance.
Difficulty
IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Single Leg Squat pistol: which muscles does it work?
Single Leg Squat pistol mainly works: Quadriceps, Glutes. It also involves: Gluteus maximus.
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