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Pistol Squats: How to Do It and When to Progress

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Pistol Squats

How to do it

Stand on one leg with the other straight out in front, arms forward as a counterweight. Squat down as deep as you can, heel staying on the floor. Push back up with control and switch sides after all reps.

Pistol Squats, phase 1 of 2Pistol Squats, phase 2 of 2

Target range

Aim for 3 to 6 reps per side in each set.

Where it fits

Step 6 in the Single-Leg Squat progression, which runs from easier to harder. This is its hardest step.

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