Sissy Squat (Weighted)
Weight & Reps
Details
NameSissy Squat (Weighted)
EquipmentBodyweight
Primary MuscleQuadriceps
Instructions
- 1Take hold of a weight plate, lift it in front of your chest, and hold it with one arm.
- 2Stand before a gym bench or another object you can hold onto for balance.
- 3Take hold of the object for support.
- 4Have your feet a few inches apart, brace your core, and inhale.
- 5Descend into a squat while simultaneously leaning your torso back.
- 6As you move down, allow your heels to lift off the floor and support yourself on the balls of your feet.
- 7Go down as much as possible, feeling your quadriceps stretch.
- 8Engage your quadriceps to straighten your legs and stand upright. Exhale near the top.