HOW TO DO THE SQUAT

First thing first, the Squat set up!

1. Stand at shoulder width apart (or wider if need be). The heels should be in line with shoulders.

2. Toes pointing slightly out (no more than 15 degrees) and the knees in line with the second toes 3. Place hands at the front (helps in balance), core engaged, and shoulders packed.

Now let’s get to the Squat execution.

1. Hip Hinge, lower the body, flexing the knees and hips at the same time.

2. Lower the body until your quads are parallel to the floor (or to the point before your pelvic starts to tilt posteriorly). At bottom, your shin and torso should be parallel. This is known as the figure 4 position.

3. Your centre of knees should be in line with the second or third toes when viewed from the front

Note: Everyone has a different range and mechanics for their squat. Adjustments would need to be made based on each individual when getting them into their natural bodyweight squat.

Primary muscles: Quadriceps, Gluteus, Hamstrings

You are now FEA informed.