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Glutes

Kettlebell Pistol Squat

This is a very hard squat done on just one leg while holding a kettlebell. It makes your leg and bottom muscles much stronger. You need very good balance and strength to do this. You should already be good at one-legged squats before adding the weight.

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Kettlebell Pistol Squat demonstration

How to Perform

  1. 1Stand with your feet apart. Hold the kettlebell tight against your chest with both hands.
  2. 2Lift your left foot up and stick your leg straight out in front of you. Keep it level with the floor.
  3. 3Slowly squat down on your right leg. Keep your right foot flat on the floor and your left leg sticking straight out.
  4. 4Stop for a second at the bottom. Then, push hard through your right heel to stand back up.
  5. 5Do this as many times as you want, then switch to use the other leg.

Exercise Info

Primary Muscles
Glutes
Secondary Muscles
Calves
Hamstrings
Quads
Equipment
Kettlebell
Difficulty
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