Hip Hinge to Squat

Exercise Overview

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)HamstringsErector SpinaeQuadriceps

Related Conditions

Squat Warm UpDeadlift Warm UpMechanical Low Back PainSacroiliac Joint SyndromeThoracolumbar Syndrome

Equipment Needed

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