Weighted pistol squat

Muscles

• Gluteus maximus
• Semitendinosus
• Semimembranosus
• Biceps femoris (long)
• Rectus femoris
• Vastus medialis
• Vastus intermedius
• Vastus lateralis
• Iliacus
• Psoas major

Technique

1. Stand on one leg while holding a Dumbbell or Kettlebell in front of your chest.
2. Bend your knee and hips to perform a Pistol squat with control.
3. Drive through your heel to stand back up.

Form tips

1. Hold the weight out in front to act as a counterbalance.
2. Keep the working foot flat on the ground.

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• Pistol squat with leg raise
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