Assisted Pistol Squat with Bed Sheet Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus, Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Assisted Single Leg Squat
How to: Assisted Pistol Squat with Bed Sheet
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the bed sheet for support.
- Shift your weight to one leg and slowly lower your body by bending the knee.
- Keep the other leg extended forward as you descend.
- Go down as far as comfortable while maintaining control.
- Push through the heel to return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the knee to cave in during the squat.
- Leaning too far forward, putting strain on the back.
- Rushing through the movement without control.
Modifications
- Perform with a chair behind as a safety net.
- Limit the range of motion to a partial squat if necessary.
Tips
- Use a bed sheet for assistance to maintain balance.
- Lower your body slowly to avoid straining your knees.
- Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement.
Assisted Pistol Squat with Bed Sheet Alternatives
Tags
legs
squats
bodyweight
strength
balance
core