About this exercise
The sissy squat isolates the quadriceps by leaning back and bending the knees, building strength and definition in the front of the thighs.
Sissy squat
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Sissy squat.
MediumQuadriceps
How to Perform
- Stand upright holding a support with one hand for balance, feet hip-width apart
- Rise onto the balls of your feet and keep your hips and torso in a straight line
- Bend your knees and lean your torso back, lowering your body as your knees travel forward
- Descend until you feel a deep stretch in your quadriceps
- Push through the balls of your feet to extend your knees and return to the start
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions
Muscle Activation
Primary
Quadriceps
Common Mistakes
Common mistakes content is coming soon.
About the Sissy squat
The Sissy squat is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
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