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Pistol Squat (Partial ROM)

Equipment:Other
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Quadriceps, Glutes

Secondary

Hamstrings, Calves

Video Tutorial

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Stand upright, balancing on one leg (e.g., right).

  2. 2

    Extend other leg (left) straight forward.

  3. 3

    Extend arms forward for balance.

  4. 4

    Slowly lower into a single-leg squat, keeping extended leg off ground.

  5. 5

    Descend only partially (e.g., until thigh is parallel to ground, or to a comfortable depth where balance is maintained).

  6. 6

    Keep back straight, core engaged.

  7. 7

    Push through heel of supporting leg to return to start.

  8. 8

    Repeat for desired reps, then switch legs.