SISSY SQUAT

This is an advanced level strengthening exercise for the knee extensors. During this exercise the hips and spine will always remain in neutral position. Start by standing and slowly bend the knees as you lower them all the way to the ground. Allow your heels to raise off of the ground to naturally progress this movement but keep the balls of your toes planted on the ground. Continue to bend the knees while leaning back with the body until you reach maximum range. Return to standing position by contracting the quadriceps while placing the heels back onto the floor.

Muscles Involved:

• Quadriceps

• Superficial Front Line

• Anterior Chain

Related Conditions:

• Jumper’s Knee / Runner’s Knee

• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)

• Quadriceps Tendinitis / Patellar Tendinitis

• Quadriceps Strain

• Meniscus Tear (Late Stage Rehab)

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