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by Al Kavadlo (Author)
Pistol squats are the definitive calisthenics legs exercise. They build tremendous strength in your entire lower body (quads, hamstrings, glutes, hip flexors, calves, etc.), as well as your abs and lower back, without requiring any equipment whatsoever. Practicing pistols will also improve your flexibility, balance and total body control.In this manual, world renowned calisthenics expert Al Kavadlo shares the best programs, progressions and variations on this iconic exercise. If you've always wanted to learn the pistol squat but have never been able to, this is the book you've been waiting for. Even if you can already do a few pistol squats, this book is filled with tips that will help you improve your technique.Furthermore, Perfecting the Pistol Squat includes stretches, advanced variations and other bodyweight leg exercises. It's practically an encyclopedia of lower-body calisthenics."Al Kavadlo is a bona fide genius in the bodyweight field. Despite more than 30 years experience studying strength calisthenics, I have still learned a lot from Al."-Paul "Coach" Wade, author of Convict Conditioning"Throughout the years, whenever I needed an additional resource for the proper way to perform, progress or regress a bodyweight exercise, I turned to Al Kavadlo."-Jeff Cavaliere, creator of Athlean-X"Al Kavadlo is a master of bodyweight training and calisthenics. If you want to gain strength and improve flexibility, and do it all without a single piece of gym equipment, Al's the expert you should turn to."-Mark Sisson, author of The Primal Blueprint
