Hey Guys! This video is made to talk about all things squat related. Squats are one of the best lower body exercises because it strengthens all of the muscles in your legs, but they should be approached with caution because extreme injury could occur if done improperly. I am here to break down all of the steps that are involved with squatting, and make it as simple as possible to understand.
By the end of this video, you should all be experts on how to perform a squat with correct form. This video is targeted more towards beginners trying to get into the gym, but anyone can watch it if they want to learn the process of performing a squat correctly. Make sure to like, comment, share, and subscribe and let me know what other videos you would like to see next!
SQUATTING: STEP-BY-STEP //
// Remember to always warm up for ~5 minutes before performing the actual exercise //
– Place feet about shoulder width apart – you can go slightly wider than shoulder width if that is more comfortable
– Turn your feet about 30 degrees outward
– Push your butt back
– do NOT let your knees come past your toes
– Keep your knees pushed out when coming up from a squat
– do not let them buckle
– Keep your chest up and your core tight
– Do not forget to breathe in-between the exercise. If you are not lifting heavy weight, breathe during the exercise. (This is just for beginners, and if you are starting to squat heavier weight, take a deep breath and hold it throughout the movement.)
I know this seems like a lot of information to remember, but I promise it will all start to make sense once you begin practicing the exercise.
MUSIC // Intro and closing song: Kupla – Seasons
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Wolf article: [PDF Link]
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