Pistol Squat
- Primary muscles
- Quads, Glutes
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Movement pattern
- Single Leg
Steps
- 1 Stand tall on one leg with your arms extended forward for balance.
- 2 Extend your other leg straight out in front of you, keeping it slightly off the floor.
- 3 Slowly lower your body by bending the knee and hip of your standing leg, as if sitting into a chair.
- 4 Keep your extended leg straight and elevated throughout the movement.
- 5 Drive through the heel of your standing foot to push yourself back up to the starting position.
- 6 Complete your repetitions on one side, then switch legs and repeat the movement.
