The Back Squat Part 2: Targeted Training Techniques to Correct Functional Deficits and Technical Factors That Limit Performance

Overview

Journal Strength Cond J

Date 2016 Jan 30

PMID 26823657

Citations 10

Authors

Adam M Kushner

Jensen L Brent

Brad J Schoenfeld

Jason Hugentobler

Rhodri S Lloyd

Al Vermeil

Donald A Chu

Jason Harbin

Stuart M McGill

Gregory D Myer

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Abstract

The back squat is a well-researched and widely used exercise to enhance fundamental movement competency that creates a foundation for optimal mechanical strategies during a broad range of activities. The primary commentary introduced the Back Squat Assessment (BSA): a criterion based assessment of the back squat that delineates 30 potentially observable functional deficits. This follow-up commentary provides a targeted system of training cues and exercises to supplement the BSA to guide corrective intervention. We propose a criterion driven approach to corrective exercise that can support practitioners in their goal to help individuals achieve movement competency in the back squat.

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