The single-leg squat – also known as a pistol squat – is an advanced variation of the regular squat. Besides impressing onlookers by being able to do this squat, it will also benefit you by building ...

The Single-Leg Squat is an all-purpose exercise for strength, balance, power and lowering risk of injury. According to a study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, it can't be beat ...

A basic bodyweight squat may seem like nothing to sweat over. The movement is relatively simple to pick up since you perform it in your everyday life, whether you’re tying your shoelaces or picking up ...

One of the country's premiere strength and conditioning trainers, Will Torres, visited The Couch for Tuesday's Fit Minute. First 30 seconds, squat by the couch, hold bottom just above the couch for ...

If you're bored of standard squats, single leg "pistol" squats can progress your muscle gains. Pistol squats are challenging but working on them can improve balance and fix weaknesses. You can ...

These single-leg squats are a serious test of strength and mobility. Stand on one leg with your other leg in front of you. Keep your torso upright and gaze forwards. Squat as low as possible while ...

James Shapiro, NASM-certified personal trainer in NYC and owner of Primal Power Fitness, told POPSUGAR that single-leg squats challenge your stability more than regular squats because they require ...

Strong legs change how you move through every day. They help you stand up with ease, climb stairs confidently, and stay ...