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Box Pistol Squat

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Single-sidedTargets: Glutes, Quads

About

Build balance and leg strength by sitting and standing on one leg.

How to Box Pistol Squat

Starting Position

1. Please prepare an object that you can lightly touch your buttocks against.

2. Spread your legs shoulder-width apart and turn your toes out at a 20-30 degree angle.

3. Lift one leg and extend both arms forward.

4. Open your chest and straighten your back.

Proper Form

1. Tighten your abdomen and keep your waist straight, then bend at the hip to lower your buttocks down.

2. Sit down naturally until your knees bend and you touch the prepared object.

3. Stand up by pushing strongly through the center of your feet.

4. As your buttocks rise, straighten your knees and hips in sequence, and return to the starting position.

5. Repeat the same process on the opposite side.

Breathing Technique

Breathe in while going down, and breathe out while going up.

Precautions

1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body too far forward.

2. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your waist.

3. Don't excessively bend your waist while trying to keep it straight.

4. Please do not stick your hips too far back.

5. Make sure your feet do not come off the ground.

6. When standing up, please ensure your knees do not come together.

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