Pistol Squats are the Ultimate Lower Body Exercise. You can’t name a leg muscle that isn’t working.
💪 Functional Muscles
More Muscles Worked = Bigger, Stronger Legs – Without heavy weight on the spine
Primary: Glutes, Quads, Hamstrings.
Stabilizer: Pelvic Muscles, Calves
Core
🧠 Sharp Nervous System
Single leg squats require Balance (Body Control – No Movement) & Stability (Control – During Movement).
Your brain strengthens when off balance or moving multiple body parts at once
Running, Jumping and other 1 leg movements in your sport will improve greatly from this exercise.
🚑 Injury Reduction
Building healthy knees, removing heavy loads placed on the spine during barbell squats.
ACL and lower back injuries are reduced greatly. Pistol squats are perfect for both beginners and experienced athletes.
⏹️Modifications
⚖️ Holding a light weight acts as a counterbalance, making proper form easier.
Increasing the weight further will increase difficulty.
Standing on a platform/box provides free space for the free leg, helping those experiencing hamstring mobility issues or lower back pain.
❓We do single arm training (With Dumbbells), why not single leg training too?
Give it a try now!
⭐ This is a quick intro, please shoot me a message with any questions or comments!
