Sissy Squat

A compound bodyweight exercise for the quadriceps.

  • Legs
  • Bodyweight
  • Compound

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Muscles worked

MainQuadriceps
AlsoHip flexors

Setup

Hold a rail for balance and only descend as far as the knees tolerate.

How to do it well

  • Rise onto the balls of the feet
  • Lean back as the knees travel forward
  • Keep the hips and torso in one line

Common mistakes

  • Bending at the hips
  • Losing balance without support

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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.