Squat · Experienced
Cossack Squat
A deep side squat onto one leg while the other stays straight, which builds strength and mobility in the hips and inner thighs.
Demo by Lena, an AI coach.
- Works
- adductors, quads, glutes; also hamstrings, abs
- Kit
- No kit
- Dose
- 5 to 8 reps each side
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Stand with your feet very wide, about twice shoulder width, toes turned out slightly. Hold your hands together at your chest.
While you move
- Sit deep into one hip
- Heel down on the bent leg
- Straight leg, toes to the ceiling
- Stay tall and push back up
Avoid
- Lifting the heel of your bent leg
- Dropping your chest toward the floor
- Going deeper than you can control
Take care if you have trouble with your knees or your hips.