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Bench Pistol Squat

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Exercise Profile

Bench Pistol Squat Overview

The bench pistol squat workout primarily engages the Quads and Glutes by utilizing a bench for stability.

The bench provides support for balance, without significantly activating secondary muscles.

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Bench Pistol Squat Instructions

  1. Stand in front of a bench with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Extend your arms forward for balance.
  3. Shift your weight onto one leg and lift the opposite foot off the ground.
  4. Slowly lower your body by bending your standing leg and squatting down towards the bench.
  5. Gently touch the bench with your glutes, then push through your heel to stand back up.

Bench Pistol Squat Tips

  1. Start by standing in front of a bench with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Extend one leg forward and slowly lower your body towards the bench, keeping your back straight.
  3. Engage your quads and glutes as you push through your heel to return to the starting position.
  4. Focus on maintaining balance and control throughout the movement.
  5. Keep your chest lifted and core engaged to support your lower back.
  6. For an extra challenge, hold a dumbbell or kettlebell in front of your chest.
  7. Remember to breathe steadily throughout the exercise to oxygenate your muscles.

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