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Pistol Squat

The Pistol Squat is a beginner none (bodyweight) exercise that works the Legs. Follow the steps below.

Target musclesLegs
EquipmentNone (Bodyweight)
LevelBeginner

How to do the Pistol Squat

  1. Stand with feet hip-width apart, toes pointed forward, and chest tall.
  2. Extend your leg straight out; extend both arms in front of you, at shoulder level.
  3. Brace your core and look straight ahead.
  4. Slowly squat down. (optional) pause at the bottom.
  5. Keep your (free) leg and arms extended for the whole duration.

Recommended sets & reps

SetRepsRest
Set 112 reps30s rest
Set 210 reps30s rest
Set 38 reps30s rest
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Instructions adapted from wger.de under CC BY-SA 4.0. Compiled by FitBot Coach.