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Kettlebell Pistol Squat

Master the Kettlebell Pistol Squat for robust legs and core. This one-legged squat boosts balance, stability, and coordination while promoting strength and muscle tone in the lower body. Challenge yourself today!

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Kettlebell Pistol Squat instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Stand upright with a kettlebell in your right hand, held at eye level.

2

Lift your left leg off the floor, keeping it as straight as possible.

3

Slowly lower your body into a squat on your right leg, keeping the kettlebell in front of you for balance.

4

Push through the heel of your right foot to rise back to a standing position.

5

Switch to the other leg and repeat the process for the required number of reps.

Stand upright with a kettlebell in your right hand, held at eye level.

Lift your left leg off the floor, keeping it as straight as possible.

Slowly lower your body into a squat on your right leg, keeping the kettlebell in front of you for balance.

Push through the heel of your right foot to rise back to a standing position.

Switch to the other leg and repeat the process for the required number of reps.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Strength distributions

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