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LEGS · COMPOUND

Sissy Squat

A bodyweight knee-dominant movement requiring careful control and appropriate range.

Primary musclesQuads
Secondary musclesCore
EquipmentBodyweight
DifficultyAdvanced · Knee Extension
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How to perform

  1. Use a stable support if needed.
  2. Allow the knees to travel forward while maintaining a controlled torso position.
  3. Extend the knees and hips to return without bouncing.

Tips

  • Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
  • Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the quads as the intended focus.

Common mistakes

  • Using more load or speed than you can control.
  • Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.

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