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Grit Fitness and Performance Podcast
#51 Squats for Beginners
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Chris Sanchez
Today Oshane and I briefly discuss squats and how the beginner should approach implementing and performing them within their training program. In this episode we'll talk about:
- how to perform an overhead squat assessment to determine if squatting is even a good idea (link below)
- how to properly warm up for squats (see video links below)
- why the goblet squat is the superior choice for beginners
- minor adjustments you can make to tweak your squat for the better
- where to progress things once the squat pattern starts to look solid
Video links:
The overhead squat (look for an upright torso, stick stays above head, feet flat on ground, and a matching shin/torso angle)
How to warmup for squats (this is one of MANY options you could follow)
The goblet squat (the superior choice for beginners)
The double KB front squat (a solid progression from the goblet squat)
Using plates to increase range of motion at the ankles
Using a miniband to clean up the squat pattern
Using a box to check your depth and/or help you learn to shift your weight appropriately