A complete analysis of the squat with respect to the entire body in relation to gravity line and various aspect to be taken into consideration when applying the squat. There are over a hundred progressions that have to be learned before a squat is completed properly. This class will cover all of these progressions and lead to a fundamental understanding of proper progressions leading to the completion of a biomechanically sound squat.

While the fundamentals are the same, the squat should be modified and applied differently to specific goals, which could be to improve one’s posture, to rehabilitate the knee after an ACL injury, to help eliminate back pain or to improve someone’s athletic performance etc.

Posture is the basis for the balanced functioning of all joints and viscera. A good posture leads to an economy of energy expenditure. This course on posture teaches many tests and the main exercises to correct and improve it.

Seminar Outline:

  • Technical analysis of the movements which are the basis of the squat
  • Learning to perfect the movement with a specific focus on the progression factors
  • How to avoid injury with the appropriate preparation and warm-ups
  • Quality effort in terms of strength, volume, power, speed, resistance, endurance and fitness maintenance
  • Muscular re-education programs
  • Sports preparation programs
  • Posture is the basis for the balanced functioning of all joints and viscera. A good posture leads to an economy of energy expenditure. This course on posture teach many tests and the main exercises to correct and improve it.

Study Questions

  1.  Where is the center of gravity located in a human being in a standing position?
  2. How does a front squat differ from a back squat?
  3. What is the difference between a high bar position in a back squat and a low bar position?
  4. List the muscles of the lower limb that attach to the pelvis.
  5. What is posture? Give several examples of how the brain receives information about its posture.