Eccentric Pistol Box Squat - Pistol Squat Regression Exercise
Exercise Overview
The eccentric pistol box squat is a regression exercise for developing single-leg squat strength and control. It focuses on the lowering phase to improve eccentric quadriceps and hip strength, balance, and knee alignment while reducing the difficulty of a full pistol squat.
Muscles Involved
QuadricepsGluteus maximusGluteus mediusHamstringsSoleusGastrocnemiusCore stabilizers
Related Conditions
Patellofemoral pain syndromeQuadriceps weaknessPost-operative knee rehabilitationTendinopathy of the patellar tendonSingle-leg stability deficitsFunctional weakness with squatting and stair descent