Potty squat
The potty squat is a bodyweight exercise targeting the abs, while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back. It involves squatting down as if sitting on a toilet, maintaining a neutral spine and engaging the core throughout the movement.
At a glance
- Area
- Waist
- Main muscle
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged.
- Do not let your knees go past your toes.
- Lower yourself slowly and with control.
What to watch out for
- knee injuries
- lower back pain
- hip issues
Also known as
Squat a corpo libero, bodyweight squat