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What is Pistol Squat?
A single-leg squat performed with the other leg extended forward.
In context
Pistol Squat is a key concept in crossfit. A single-leg squat performed with the other leg extended forward. Knowing what it means — and how it connects to the rest of your training — turns it from jargon into something you can actually use in the gym.
Nishaana is built around ideas like this: it tracks the numbers behind them automatically, so the theory shows up as real progress in your logbook rather than staying abstract.
Related crossfit terms
Common questions.
What does pistol squat mean?
A single-leg squat performed with the other leg extended forward.
What category does pistol squat belong to?
Pistol Squat is a term from crossfit in strength and fitness training. Browse more crossfit terms in the Nishaana glossary.
Why does pistol squat matter for training?
Understanding pistol squat helps you train and program more deliberately — it is one of the ideas that separates guessing from a real, repeatable system.
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