Kettlebell Pistol Squat

A dynamic move for building quads with kettlebells.

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Instructions

  1. Pick up a kettlebell with two hands and hold it by the horns. Hold one leg off of the floor and squat down on the other. for best results.
  2. Squat down by flexing the knee and sitting back with the hips, holding the kettlebell up in front of you. for best results.
  3. Hold the bottom position for a second and then reverse the motion, driving through the heel and keeping your head and chest up. for best results.
  4. Lower yourself again and repeat. for best results.