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Lucy Miller

I did 100 'sissy' squats every day for one week — here’s what happened to my body

Woman performing squat on toes with arms in air in a light studio on yoga mat.

This underrated bodyweight move is a secret weapon for stronger quads.

If you’re looking for a fresh way to fire up your legs — or think bodyweight exercises can’t deliver serious results — let me introduce you to the sissy squat. Despite the name, there’s nothing “sissy” about it. It’s one of the toughest lower-body moves, challenging your balance, control and quad strength like never before.

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