Exercise guide
Sit Squats
Sit Squats are repeated partial bodyweight squats despite being categorized as stretching in the source data. The quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and hip stabilizers control the lowering and standing phases.
Training context
Why Partial Sit Squats Can Be Useful
A shallow squat can serve as a warm-up or movement rehearsal before deeper squats and loaded leg exercises. The range can increase gradually as the hips, knees, and ankles become comfortable.
Reversing quickly should not mean bouncing out of the bottom. Use a smooth change of direction and keep the feet firmly planted.
Technique overview
Sit back and reverse under control
Stand with the feet around shoulder width and bend the hips and knees together. Lower through a shallow, comfortable range, then press through the feet to stand. Repeat without allowing the knees, heels, or torso to shift abruptly.
Treat this as an overview and use a range, pace, and setup you can control.