HIP HINGE TO SQUAT

This is a motor patterning exercise to help train maintaining a neutral spine during a squat or deadlift. Place a heavy kettlebell at arms length in front of you. Hinge forwards at the hips while holding a neutral spine until your hands touch the handle of the kettlebell. Grip onto the handle and transition into a deep squat position without breaking out of neutral spine. Extend both the knee and hip to return to standing position and repeat as necessary.

Muscles Involved:

• Core (Transverse Abdominis)

• Hamstrings

• Erector Spinae

• Quadriceps

Related Conditions:

• Squat Warm Up

• Deadlift Warm Up

• Mechanical Low Back Pain

• Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome

• Thoracolumbar Syndrome

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