The Pistol Squat is a challenging single-leg squat that develops strength, balance, and mobility all at once. Performed by squatting down on one leg while extending the opposite leg forward, this exercise emphasizes the quads, glutes, hamstrings, and core. Begin by standing tall, raise one leg straight in front, then lower yourself into a deep squat on the standing leg, keeping your chest upright and arms extended for balance. Drive back up through your heel with control. Because of its difficulty, progressions such as box-assisted or counterbalance pistol squats are recommended before full execution. Gymcheq emphasizes pistol squats as a benchmark move for athleticism and leg endurance.