True! One thing that improved my squat tremendously: squatting Doing 30-60 bodyweight squats (while holding on to a chair) + ATG split squats x3 per week allowed me to go from not even going past 90° to deep squat with heels only 2 fingers above the ground in only a month
About 15+ years ago, I read an article about the wonders of Hindu squats by a trainer named Matt Furey. Inspired by the article, I subsequently tried doing a few sets of the exercise. Nothing bad seemed to happen in the moment, they just felt a little awkward. But then I woke up the next morning with very stiff and painful knees. The symptoms were somewhat similar to those associated with a mild MCL sprain. I could barely get down to a 3/4 squat position before my knees would tighten up painfully. At the time, it seemed like a pretty minor injury and I did not see a doctor. I figured I'd let the sprain settle down and then start to gently work my way back to ATG squatting. But it never happened. After months of stretching, I eventually was able to get down to a parallel squat, but not much further. Years later, I find myself in the same situation. The thing which limits my deep squatting is not ankle mobility or hip mobility, but restricted ROM at the knee. I rarely see lack of knee flexion mentioned as a limitation for deep squatting. Is that a less common issue? Seems like it could be a big problem among people who have issues with prior knee injuries.
It's possible that you just have less ROM, though that's extremely rare without some kind of injury situation. Regardless, you can work to develop strength in control in whatever ranges are accessible to you. If you master the ROM you do have, I doubt you'll be too worried about it being a bit less than other people.
@@JDirty-w-tha-30 I've been wearing either a Xero Mesa or 360 everyday for the last three years and have not had a problem with the soles. YMMV (literally).
I'm very lucky in that, at 68, I have better ankle mobility than my 30-year old PT and can squat deep, but the problem comes when I start to load up the bar, when going deep is much more of a challenge getting back up.
Would you say that this is also a reasonable approach for someone who is struggling to get anywhere close to a squat right now? Meaning poor physical body but otherwise healthy and uninjured. Just a person who has been couch surfing for longer than they care to admit and can’t even get close to a squat position but is indeed enjoying the ground movements and is willing to work and wait for appropriate results (ie: not looking for a quick fix). Would absolutely value your thoughts:)
I’m taking your elements class and the around the world was impossible for me. I’m sure my very tight shoulders kept me from this exercise. Any advice on this one.
If you need help, you can always email our support team like we invite you to do in almost every email :) It's not a joke! Send us a note and be specific about where you're stuck. It's much more effective than writing it off as impossible.
If you're still having trouble squatting with your heels down then this is for you. 👉czcams.com/video/NwnMASsD3cs/video.htmlsi=OtnA65u8KyK9a4Oi
True!
One thing that improved my squat tremendously: squatting
Doing 30-60 bodyweight squats (while holding on to a chair) + ATG split squats x3 per week allowed me to go from not even going past 90° to deep squat with heels only 2 fingers above the ground in only a month
Right on. Happy to hear that worked for you!
Love the dynamic approach, real life skills 👌 thank you Ryan
Glad you like it. 😎
About 15+ years ago, I read an article about the wonders of Hindu squats by a trainer named Matt Furey. Inspired by the article, I subsequently tried doing a few sets of the exercise. Nothing bad seemed to happen in the moment, they just felt a little awkward. But then I woke up the next morning with very stiff and painful knees. The symptoms were somewhat similar to those associated with a mild MCL sprain. I could barely get down to a 3/4 squat position before my knees would tighten up painfully. At the time, it seemed like a pretty minor injury and I did not see a doctor. I figured I'd let the sprain settle down and then start to gently work my way back to ATG squatting. But it never happened. After months of stretching, I eventually was able to get down to a parallel squat, but not much further. Years later, I find myself in the same situation. The thing which limits my deep squatting is not ankle mobility or hip mobility, but restricted ROM at the knee. I rarely see lack of knee flexion mentioned as a limitation for deep squatting. Is that a less common issue? Seems like it could be a big problem among people who have issues with prior knee injuries.
It's possible that you just have less ROM, though that's extremely rare without some kind of injury situation. Regardless, you can work to develop strength in control in whatever ranges are accessible to you. If you master the ROM you do have, I doubt you'll be too worried about it being a bit less than other people.
Looks like Ryan is rocking Xero shoes. Great shoes, although I prefer Altra for zero drop shoes. Great video as always, thanks!
Glad you liked the vid. Cheers!
@@JDirty-w-tha-30 I've been wearing either a Xero Mesa or 360 everyday for the last three years and have not had a problem with the soles. YMMV (literally).
I'm very lucky in that, at 68, I have better ankle mobility than my 30-year old PT and can squat deep, but the problem comes when I start to load up the bar, when going deep is much more of a challenge getting back up.
Yep, loaded squats are definitely a different challenge.
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Would you say that this is also a reasonable approach for someone who is struggling to get anywhere close to a squat right now? Meaning poor physical body but otherwise healthy and uninjured. Just a person who has been couch surfing for longer than they care to admit and can’t even get close to a squat position but is indeed enjoying the ground movements and is willing to work and wait for appropriate results (ie: not looking for a quick fix). Would absolutely value your thoughts:)
Yes, it's reasonable. And we have a lot more material that'll help here: gmb.io/squat/
I’m taking your elements class and the around the world was impossible for me. I’m sure my very tight shoulders kept me from this exercise. Any advice on this one.
If you need help, you can always email our support team like we invite you to do in almost every email :) It's not a joke! Send us a note and be specific about where you're stuck. It's much more effective than writing it off as impossible.
Actually, I AM a physical therapist. But I still wholeheartedly agree with your approach 👍
hahahaha, touché (and thanks!) :)
Hi. I saw your 4 ankle mobility video. I want to know when did you removed your screws.. Because im also broke my ankle 4 months before..
I had the plate and screws removed one year later.
How important is it to keep your heels on the ground?
it's "ideal," but if you can't don't give up... do what you can, and you'll increase that range of motion in the ankles with practice.
Does deep squatting reduce belly fat??
No
Why do all of these things for a squat require upper body strength/endurance to do?
Because when it comes down to the heart of it we're training the body as a whole, not just individual parts.
Would love to try but haven't got the room to do all that monkey business
Never mind
His shoes look like they’re not helping him… how’s he do barefoot?
He does just fine. Thanks for asking.