Counter Balance Squat
Exercise Overview
This is a motor patterning exercise to help you develop confidence and comfort in a deep squat hold position. Hold any weight including a dumbbell, weight plate or kettlebell. Push the weight away from your body at roughly chest height as you go into the deep squat. Leverage the weight to help you lean back with the hips to reach squat depth. Be sure to holds a neutral spine by keeping the core braced.
Muscles Involved
Core (Transversus Abdominis)
Related Conditions
Squat Warm Up
