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Paleo Workouts: How to Do a Pistol Squat

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The pistol squat is a body weight squat on one leg. It's one of the best exercises for lower body strength. As you squat, keep your heels on the ground and your knees in line with your toes. Perform slow and control movements when doing a pistol squat.

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Dr. Kellyann Petrucci, author and nutritionist, appears on various news streams nationally and conducts workshops and seminars worldwide to help people feel — and look — their best. She is also the author of the popular website www.DrKellyann.com and gives daily news, tips, and inspiration on Twitter @drkellyann. Patrick Flynn, a fitness minimalist, conducts workshops and certifications worldwide, teaching people how to get more fit with less — but more effective — exercise. He is the driving force behind ChroniclesOfStrength.com, a top-500 health and wellness blog.

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