Pendulum Squat

A compound machine exercise for the quadriceps and gluteus maximus.

  • Legs
  • Machine
  • Compound

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Muscles worked

MainQuadriceps, Gluteus maximus
AlsoHamstrings

Setup

The arcing path keeps constant tension on the quads through a deep range.

How to do it well

  • Set the shoulders and feet on the platform
  • Squat deep along the arc
  • Drive through the whole foot

Common mistakes

  • Cutting depth short
  • Letting the heels lift

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.