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Sissy Squat.
Isolation bodyweight exercise intensely targeting the quadriceps with a unique knee flexion.
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The numbers
Sets
3–4
Reps
8–15
Rest
45–75
Muscles
Primary
Quadriceps
The play-by-play
How to do it.
- Step 01
Stand tall, holding onto a stable support for balance.
- Step 02
Raise your heels off the ground, balancing on the balls of your feet.
- Step 03
Lean back, allowing your knees to travel far forward.
- Step 04
Lower your body by bending your knees, keeping your torso and thighs in a straight line.
- Step 05
Descend until your knees are close to the floor or you feel a deep quad stretch.
- Step 06
Push through your quads to return to the starting upright position.
What separates good from great
Pro cues.
Use a stable support for balance, especially when learning the movement.
Focus on keeping your hips extended and your body in a straight line.
Start with a partial range of motion and gradually increase depth.