Kettlebell Exercise Information
The Kettlebell Pistol Squat is a Loaded Exercise upon which the following exercises build:
Individual exercise information is available by clicking the links above, and more detailed information specified for the Kettlebell Pistol Squat can be found below.
Kettlebell Squat
There are many kettlebell squat variations, some vary in stance, and others vary in grip or location of the arm. There are racked squats, overhead squats, a mix between the two, single or double kettlebell, frontal holds, and unilateral squats like the pistol squat.
Speed/Tempo/RPM
The fastest squat variation is the squat thruster, however, it does depend on how much load is added. The slowest squat variation is the double kettlebell racked squat with heavy weight. As with any exercise variation, the squat first needs to be mastered at the absolute slowest pace. Building speed upon a bad squat will result in knee, hip, and even ankle issues. Issues in the lower body can travel to the upper body (spine).
RPM
Slow tempo:
Kettlebell Squat
6RPM for the Kettlebell Pistol Squat at a fast tempo.
Fast tempo:
Kettlebell Squat
15RPM for the Kettlebell Pistol Squat at a fast tempo.
Alternatives
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Kettlebell Pistol Squat
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Parent exercise: Kettlebell Squat
This is a: Loaded Exercise
Is loaded with equipment: Kettlebell
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Form and Technique
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Set-Up
Form
Goal
Reach a full-depth squat while the back stays as straight as possible and the non-working leg stays off the ground with the knee extended.
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