Posterior chain muscles used during the squat. If you didn't know already, the squat is hot. Everybody is doing it..... The squat is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your glutes. But.... not every body is ready to bust the move and go deep into the squat position without losing their balance or hurting their knees.
This post demonstrates how to perform a double leg squat and a single leg squat with a vertical shin. A vertical shin helps take the load from the knees and puts the weight back into the posterior chain: hamstrings and glute max. The single leg squat also engages the gluteus medius, which is important for stabilizing the pelvis.
This post demonstrates how to perform a double leg squat and a single leg squat with a vertical shin. A vertical shin helps take the load from the knees and puts the weight back into the posterior chain: hamstrings and glute max. The single leg squat also engages the gluteus medius, which is important for stabilizing the pelvis.
Double Leg Squat | Single Leg Squat |
Susan McLaughlin is a physical therapist who specializes in the management of pelvic floor and orthopedic dysfunctions. She is the owner of ALIGN integration|movement in Salt Lake City, UT. Helpful tips and other self care strategies can be found at www.alignintegrationandmovement.com.
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