Cossack Squat

What it is

A wide-stance squat where you sink deep over one leg while the other stays straight with the toes up. It builds leg strength and hip and adductor mobility at the same time. Hold a weight in front as a counterbalance.

One side at a time: log each side, and match the reps of your weaker side.

Technique tips

• Take a very wide stance
• Shift into one side and sit deep
• Keep the other leg straight, toes up
• Keep the heel of the bent leg down

How to track your progress

Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.