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Kickstand Squats - Best Squat Variation? (YOU DECIDE)

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X There is no doubt that the squat is one of the most important leg lifts that you can be including in your workouts. That said, it does have it's limitations. Weak leg compensation, ankle mobility and unilateral functional strength can all be targeted more specifically with variations on the squat that the squat exercise alone can't fully do. That's why I wanted to make this video to show you the kickstand squat variation. In the world of athletics, this squat form could be exactly what you have been in need for to bust out of that leg development plateau. To perform the kickstand squat variation, you set up with two 35 or 45 lb weight plates stacked on the floor. Place one leg on top of the stack and the other leg toe touching to the floor. Descend into your squat using perfect form and making sure to keep your back slightly arched and firm. Lower until your thighs are parallel to the ground. Your weight distribution should be almost entirely on the leg standing on the plates. The other foot should act in almost a non weight bearing manner, or as a kickstand for support only. This squat variation could be the best squat exercise because it allows you to overload your quads in a unilateral way while still not asking you to severely compromise the amount of weight that you would normally lift on a squat. Most single leg squat exercises force you to drop the weight that you lift considerably to do them. Not the kickstand squat. In fact, you will see that by focusing on lifting more weight with the kickstand squat that you will experience an overall increase in your two footed squat strength and leg size. Start incorporating this squat variation into your leg workouts and see just how powerful it is. For a complete workout program that allows you to train your legs like an athlete and get bigger, stronger legs fast (as well as a more muscular ripped body) be sure to head to and get your ATHLEAN-X program
Date: 2022-04-22

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Comments and reviews: 10

Viktor
Guys talking about pistol squats. Buy his ax-2 program and he uses them. It seems this is for guys that pistol squats are too easy for. Guys saying to do lunges instead, they emphasize different muscles than the squat. Back contortion complainers, don't load up more weight than your lower bank can handle, if your back/core can't handle the weight your legs can in a squat, something is off in your form. Great way to isolate each leg in squat formation. Thanks Jeff
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James
Being -under the weather- doesn't necessitate wearing more clothes LOL and I'm betting Jeff actually knows this but I guess it helps him point out that being sick doesn't stop him from training. As far as the single leg squat, I think I'll stick with two legs at a time. However, the stabilizer muscles are more at work while doing the one leg routine but be careful of your back doing this.
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Martin
I do an advanced TRX session once a week. About have of our routine is done on one leg. Various squats, flies, rows, etc. My leg strength and stability has increased greatly as a result. I am going to try you -kickstand- squat. Thanks, Jeff. Always an inspiration.
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Phil
This type of training is important for overall leg health. I got a slight knee injury because my left leg is weaker from always doing both legs. Now I'm doing a lot of single leg work to balance the strength out and ensure I can squat deep again without knee pain!
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DocRBT
Thanks Jeff. Great that you did this while feeling under the weather. Increase your zinc and vitamin c intake and keep up the hard work.
I do wonder about pressure on your spine with this technique but I suppose you would do fine as long as you are centered.
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Gordon
I have been single leg training for a while now, used to back squat heavy, the back is not able to continually cope with that type of stress. My legs are more muscular using split squats than before and my back feels great - great video as usual Jeff!
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Steven
Jeff, I like you're video's and plan on getting the Athlean-X system soon. But I've noticed you have never covered the pistol squat. Is there a reason for this? I would like to know what you're opinion is on that exercise.
Thank you,
Steven
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tayyab
Funny that show a leg workout after I get home from the gym after doing barbell squats, hack squats, and leg presses. My legs are toast today. I guess I will have to try this next week when I do my legs again
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Daniel
I do basically the same thing but no weights and the way i had to in physical therapy for a knee, difference being i have a yoga ball squished between my lower back and a wall a leg forward and squat.
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Dale
Tried this today and like it! It means i can actually do more on leg day at home as i dont have a squat rack to set up my back squat safely. or enough weight to get a suitable rep range for my goals
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