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