Weighted slanted quarter pistol squat (Weighted Poliquin step)

Muscles

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

Technique

1. Stand on one leg on a Slant board holding a weight between your hands.
2. Perform a quarter-depth squat.
3. Return to a full standing position by pushing off the standing foot.

Form tips

1. Keep the weight close to your chest.
2. Maintain a steady gaze forward for balance.

Similar Exercises

• Weighted quarter pistol squat touchdown
• Weighted deep lunge
• Stepper touchdown squat
• Overhead lunge
• Weighted lunge

Equipment

• Slant board