The Squat: Everything you need to know Part 1 * 8 Foundations of Exercise

This is not just for trainers, it's for anyone who wants to learn to move better. If you get up from a chair or you poop you need to know how to Squat :) Karl and I take a TON of courses and bring back what we know, synthesize it, and then present it to you all as user friendly as possible. In this one we will cover pre-tests for the squat to make sure you have the appropriate range of motion and strength to be squatting and then proper technique and cueing, and then the relevant anatomy.

1:34 : Stephen gives a short introduction of himself and the science of movement

6:43 : Brief Introduction to the 8 Foundations of Exercise

9:24 : Karl introduces himself and the significance of the squat motion

13:49 : The basic components of the squat

15:59 : The “cowboy sit” (first assessment used to determine one’s ability to perform a squat)

20:44 : The “wall angel” (Assessment for Thoracic Extension and Shoulder external rotation)

24:53 : The “Bridge Squeeze” (Assessment for Glute imbalance)

32:01: Karl demonstrates the squat and its components

37:41 : Anatomical components of the squat motion

50:45 : Remedial cues for the squat (demonstration of the correct squat form)

52:47 : Q&A