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§ L · Exercises · QuadricepsUpdated 6/2026

Sissy Squat

Places a strong emphasis on the quadriceps.

Muscle group
Quadriceps
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise type
Isolation
Technique
Moderate technique

Muscles worked

§ 01 · Muscles
Primary muscle
Quadriceps
Supporting muscles
Glutes

How to perform

§ 02 · Steps
  1. 01

    Stand with your feet together and hold onto a support.

  2. 02

    Push your knees forward and lower yourself down.

  3. 03

    Keep your back straight and your heels off the floor.

  4. 04

    Rise back up.

How to get started at the gym

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Sissy Squat is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.

  • ·A ready training program based on your goal
  • ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
  • ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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Tips

§ 04 · Tips

Start with a small range of motion and gradually increase it.

Places a strong emphasis on the quadriceps.

More exercises: Quadriceps

§ 05 · Same muscles

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