Pendulum Squat Machine

The beauty of the pendulum squat machine is that many people struggle with achieving the correct technique for squatting. The common pitfalls include not reaching adequate depth, arching of the back and incorrect knee positioning. Not only will this hinder progress, it can also lead to pain and inflammation.

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The pendulum squat offers a fixed movement path for the user to perform the movement of a squat, whilst supported. Specialist features include a platform for a variety of foot placements, back support to facilitate optimal squatting form, a comfortable hand position and plate storage. These features allow for emphasis on the correct form and posture while squatting, so the optimum benefit from doing this exercise can be achieved, and the risk of injury can be minimised.

Pendulum squats target the quadriceps muscles, a muscle group found in the front of your thigh. This group of muscles are responsible for the extension of the knee joint, and are active mainly with jumping, cycling, kicking and running. During the descent of the pendulum squat, the quad muscles are activated and stretched. They then contract as you ascend back to the start. As well as the quads, the glutes and hamstrings are also strengthened and toned by training this movement. Benefits listed include targeting the quad muscles for strength development, stabilising the back and improving stability and balance.

There are a number of alternatives to the pendulum squat machine that can be explored. For example, hack squats, squats using the smith machine and the leg press. There are also options to isolate the quad muscles that don’t involve the use of a machine, including heel elevated goblet squats.