The pistol squat is the ultimate test for lower body strength, balance, and mobility. While it doesn't exactly have the same effect as the powerlifter's favorite move—the back squat, this awkward ...
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A basic bodyweight squat may seem like nothing to sweat over. The movement is relatively simple to pick ...
Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Katrina Carter, DPT, FNS, is ...
As runners, we need single-leg strength to power us through each step. And one of the best ways to really challenge that strength: the pistol squat. Even the most advanced athlete can struggle to do ...
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How to do the pistol squat
Pistol squats have a cool-sounding name, and the exercise looks cool, too; somewhat like a ninja balancing your entire body ...
BODYWEIGHT EXERCISES CAN be efficient and effective, but they’re not always flashy. The old standard pushup, squat, plank trifecta won’t win you many accolades on the ‘Gram (which is great, if just ...
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