Performing
full depth squats can help correct a number of imbalances, disorders and weaknesses in the musculoskeletal system, such as weak glutes and a hunched back.
If you're an athlete and are constantly hearing these cues from your coach, you're probably not hitting
a full depth squat.
Not exact matches
For the purpose of hamstring development, box
squats beat
squatting to
full depth because when properly performed, they recruit a lot more hamstring tissue than the latter and can help you develop explosive strength in the
squat movement and effectively train the posterior chain.
Continue to work on your single leg assisted
squats adding a bit more
depth as you feel stronger, until you are able to perform a deep
squat fully on one leg before moving on to a
full pistol
squat.
Tips and Safety: No matter what weight you use, if you don't have a
full squat, you would be much better served to
squat with the intention of integrated
depth instead of simply pushing out reps to hit the numbers prescribed.
However, if you are
squatting and having difficulty achieving
full depth or correct positions, you might consider a meeting with a physical therapist or other movements specialist.
Most of the times they can't achieve
full depth and are leaning forward, and the deeper the go, the more they stick their butt out and lean forward, so the Back
Squat turns into a Good Morning.
Squatting too far forward and not being able to achieve
full depth.
Step 2: Maintaining a long spine and proud chest
squat to
full depth without an exaggerated posterior pelvic tilt.
While you should still break parallel, it's not beneficial to reach the ATG
depth like in the high bar
squat (where the knees reach
full flexion).
By now you should have the strength to drive out of the hole of a
full depth single leg box
squat, but if you are more comfortable, set the box height at something that is again challenging but doable.
One of my unproven beliefs is that if you can perform a
full depth single leg
squat with good technique, you're probably not going to suffer one of the myriad non contact lower body injuries that typically seem to plague players.
Whether you're an athlete or not, young or old,
squatting perfectly to
full depth is a vital for maintaining a strong, mobile body.