Exercises / Intermediate
Explosive pistol squat
- Quadriceps
- Calves
- Glutes
- Hamstrings
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 4
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
01 / Steps
How to do it
Perform a Pistol Squat.
When rising, do it explosively, jumping as you extend the leg.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Quadriceps
Calves
Glutes
Hamstrings
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength60
- Explosivity60
- Technique45
- Cardio35
- Mobility40
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