- Stand up straight
- Lift one foot and move your weight over to the other foot
![Single Leg Squat](https://static.strengthlevel.com/images/exercises/single-leg-squat/icons/single-leg-squat-icon-128.png)
Single Leg Squat How To
Why do it?
The Pistol Squat is a challenging variation of the King of Exercises that you can do anywhere. It requires significant strength, balance and practice.
Form Check
Instructions
![Single Leg Squat](https://static.strengthlevel.com/images/exercises/single-leg-squat/howto/single-leg-squat-howto-1-800.jpg)
- Lower yourself until your bent thigh is at most parallel to the floor
![Single Leg Squat](https://static.strengthlevel.com/images/exercises/single-leg-squat/howto/single-leg-squat-howto-2-800.jpg)
- Raise yourself back up to standing
![Single Leg Squat](https://static.strengthlevel.com/images/exercises/single-leg-squat/howto/single-leg-squat-howto-1-800.jpg)
- Repeat with the other leg