How Low Should You Really Squat? Today We Start Relearning to Squat
Squatting receives a lot of attention in the CrossFit world as well as in the rest of the weightlifting/powerlifting/bodybuilding/athletic worlds. Probably more so that almost any other movement pattern.
Why then do so many people still have so much trouble squatting correctly?
Mobility is a big part of the equation. Depending on the type of squat your ankles, hips, T-spine or shoulder mobility could all limit you in different ways from squatting correctly.
To teach people to squat I like to use goblet squat with a small bumper plate. It’ll give you a little bit of weight to counter balance against which makes it easier to stay on your heels. Also it’ll make it a little easier to keep good posture/neutral spine.
Homework: Try a plate loaded squat with 25 pounds or so. Try to keep your toes strait head (more than normal) and knees outside of your toes.
-Doug