How To Perform A PERFECT Squat

No matter if you're performing a bodyweight "air" squat, back squat or front squat...good technique comes down to 5 absolutes.

1) Optimal Toe Angle
2) Sufficient Foot Stability
3) Creating External Rotation Torque
4) Hinging At The Hips
5) Maintaining Postural Integrity

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[tn]

I can’t believe that your content is free. I appreciate your dedication to teach people in every informative video.

[zahrab.]

Your videos revolutionized my Squat and made me aware of the true reasons behind my knee pain. After I watched your videos last month, I started to seriously work on my hip and ankle mobility, and I have noticed not only immediate relief, but also great improvement in my workouts. Thanks for sharing energy, knowledge and experience.

[MitchellBourisk]

I like to watch stuff like this before I go train. I’m going to do squats later, so this is great to feed my mind beforehand.

[lordadman]

This needs more views! Millions of people need to see this, rather than what pops up first on search engines for people who don't know.

[Gaoham]

The best Youtube video I've ever seen in my life. This is gold. I've wasted so many time watching typical "how to squat" videos until now. I really appreciate great content for free

[TheBassPanda]

I've watched this dude's feet way more than I've ever mine ! Love your content 🤘🏼

[CJHan]

"Instagram girl squat" how true this is...

[victoriamariely]

AMAZING INFO! I train people with mini bands, so the position of the squat with a band in your thighs is like you bodyweight example, and I used to explain the same thing to my students because it was kind of logic that positions can be different if you use bodyweight or weight in your shoulders. Sometimes other trainers say my technique is WRONG, but they only train people with weights... Im so happy I could find your video and explanation, for a momentI thought I was wrong, and I was worried because at doing the exercises it feel correct, stable and neutral, and also my students feel good doing it that way.

[joshcummings]

One of the best videos I've seen on squat form. I love the way you explain this. Thank you.

[denisedade]

This was the best tutorial on the perfect squat that I have ever heard! I am a trainer who has ankle dorsiflexion issues and tight hip flexors in general so I am always doing exercises to deal with them both so that my squat depth is better. I put all of the 5 absolutes together and they worked like a charm. It's funny because I neglected to do one of them, it did not work the same. Of course I will need to continue to practice them this way so that it will become like second nature. Right now this form is so new to me that I have to think through each absolute every time which is ok. Thank you for this instruction!

The piece on tripod foot is amazing, such a clear way of explaining an issue I've had for ages.

[RahulMehra]

His channel is a blessing. i want more about bench press and other exercises with position, hand placement..etc. i after watching your videos i don't wanna trust anyone.

[a.julian]

Strained my lats doing squats on the 29th and this video came out on the 30th. lol Did y'all see me and say this dude needs a form tutorial?

[kbflorida]

I bought your book. It arrived today and I’m thoroughly enjoying reading it. Thanks Doc!

[Tash]

3 PT's and trainers later (pathetic) and you explain this like the expert that you are. God Bless. ❤

[pokiiimc]

I'm glad for people like you. We still have good people in this fcking world that give this info for free.
Thank you mate a lot.

[SameerKhan-sdsn]

Please make more videos like these contents doctor. Support from India so much. ❤️ I am sharing your videos much and more.

[Maha_s]

Subbed right away!! I finally understood what to do first, hinge at the hips! I was always worried about my knees going forward first! This content is fantastic and so accessible, I want to commend you Dr Aaron for making it available for free!!

[amandamcglone]

Thank you for helping me to do a proper squat. I have an ankle/ foot injury since last year due to wearing running shoes and improper technique.

[damien_bazile]

Was just searching for that on your channel 😂
Appreciate that 🙌
Thanks.