Troubleshoot Your Squat (Video)

Characteristics of the Movement’s Breakdown:
• Early Hip Rise & Push-Back
• Failure to Maintain Hip Flexion Out of the Hole
• Increased Torso Angle (relative to eccentric phase)
• Knees Push Back (failure to maintain knees over toes)
Consequences:
• Pressure Shifts to the Back / Erectors
• Loss of Brace (shear loading is too high)
• Valgus Knees (knees coming together)
Outcomes:
• Poor Expression of Maximal Strength
• Stronger Brace Needed at Submaximal Loads
• Low Ratio of Front Squat to Deadlift
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