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kettlebell pistol squat
kettlebell pistol squat is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in front of your chest with both hands.
Step 2. Lift your left foot off the ground and extend it forward, keeping it parallel to the ground.
Step 3. Slowly lower your body down into a squat position, keeping your right foot flat on the ground and your left leg extended.
Step 4. Pause for a moment at the bottom of the squat, then push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
glutes
Secondary muscles
quadricepshamstringscalves
Primary body parts
thighsglutes
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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