how to do pistol squat
Published: Sat, 01/28/17
The problem is that we can't just pop out of bed and do pistol squats without progressing to them, first.
It's just like riding a bicycle. It starts hard and gets easier and easier.
Today, I'm going to break down my steps to get your first pistol squat..
Progression #1: Legs together squat
Try to lower you body slowly. It may help if you hold a 1-5 lb counterweight in front of your body. When this becomes easy, it is time to move to the next progression.
If this is difficult, use the squat variation that is comfortable for you.
Progression #2: Cossack Squat
Keep the chest upright. Use the arms out front as a counterweight.
When this becomes easy move to the next progression.
Progression #3: Single leg squat on chair or box
Use your arms as a counterweight and increase the height of the chair or box until you reach 90 degrees at the knee.
Use a wall for balance as needed.
Progression #4: Heel Raise
Slightly raise your heel using a plate or other modality.
Continue to use this modification until you have no heel raise.
I really hope you can take this and run with it!
It's just one of the movements you can learn in 8 weeks or less with Calisthenics Prime.
Hope you have a great weekend,
Mike Westerdal