The SINGLE BEST Squat Tip I’ve Ever Used!

If you are looking to improve your squat, then this video is mandatory viewing. When it comes to squats, there are lots of tips used to help you perform the lift better, safer and with more weight. The problem is, the wrong tip can get you focusing on something that you don’t have much control over and can set you off down the path of compromising elsewhere in the lift and getting hurt. Here I show you the best tip for getting out of the hole and explain why it works so well.
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Firstly, nothing is more important than the setup of the squat. If your body is out of alignment and the bar is not braced in the appropriate place for you then you are going to struggle on the lift no matter what else you do. The same can be said about your hips. Your hips need to be squared off when initiating the lift in order to ensure symmetrical loading of the legs during the descent.
I actually covered this in a previous video that has been helpful to many. You can view that here and it will be linked at the end of this current video.
• How to Squat Properly ...
The key to any good tip is that it solves a problem quickly (on the first time you try it) with minimal focus on the minutia and details that are hard to control once the weight is added to the bar. Similar to a back row, we are often given a tip to extend our arms back behind our torso to ensure a good contraction. That is not necessarily the case. I can pull my arms back but still lack thoracic extension which is going to prevent the full contraction of the back muscles.
Instead, the better cue is to stick your chest out while pulling your arms back. This fixes the issue of kyphosis while automatically allowing you to pull your arms into extension behind your torso and get the best back contraction in the process. Because you can actually see your chest and control its movement much easier, it becomes a more practical tip with much more bang for the buck.
The same can occur on the squat. First, on the descent, we are told to sit back. This is a tough concept to visualize and feel without some form of objective feedback that ensures you are doing it correctly and enough. The box squat provides you with the biofeedback to know that you now have a target to sit back towards while at the same time giving you a physical cue on when you have reached the appropriate depth.
Well, once you get to the bottom of the squat (the hardest portion of the lift) the key is knowing how to get out of it explosively and with maximum stability. Any stability loss here and compromise of your tightened core will lead to a loss of strength and potentially you missing the lift. So, people will tell you to keep a tight core throughout. Once again however, what does that really mean? Are you supposed to just bear down, contract the abs, lean forward?
Instead, if you focus on simply initiating the upward movement of the bar by moving your hips and chest at the exact same time you will nail this every time. Because the core connects the hips and chest together, movement of the two simultaneously demands that the core contracts and braces to keep the two in sync. Problem fixed. Ambiguity gone. Squat improved.
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[@timothytaggart3289]

How tall is the box? Isn't it different depending on your height?

[@Milpower]

Bet he's stronger than you are, @VeteranCape

[@3arhodes]

Is there any way to show how to squat using Smith machine. It feels different then doing squats with barbell. I'm afraid I'm doing it wrong. It would be much appreciated.

[@ninjaslash52_98]

ATHLEAN-X™ yeh buday! Wait I’m late

[@chaosdweller]

Chest and legs up at same time,.... that's so brilliant, but simple at the same moment. Thanks!

[@azaelandy04]

Honestly it’s always great tips until the bar gets heavy on your back and you forget everything you’ve learned

[@walrusrider7138]

Yeah. But practice makes perfect, especially if you approach your light sets with exactly the same intensity and control as you would with your heaviest sets, so then they won't feel quite so different

[@stanbarkworth6198]

J G 1kg= 2.2lbs

[@annie68164]

lol so true Andy, I feel like I'm re-learning squat form about every other leg day. I've actually been doing several sets of bodyweight squats before even touching the bar lately. I feel so lame but I struggle with form big time. Funny thing is I've done yoga for years so I''m super flexible, not sure why its an issue.

[@datboybigrub]

Thats why youre supposed to perfect your craft first but we nevee listen . i personally had shit form when i started lifting but after fucking up my lower back after recovery i went back to basics with light weight even so squats and deadlifts never feel completely right for me 😴.

[@crispybutteranimals5385]

Form is all i think of when the bar gets heavy

[@TheMFingCoo]

VShred's next video "The Best Single Squat Tip I Have Every Personally Used"

[@CominDownCandy]

Lmao

[@Thomas-vu3iz]

Bruh you put a video on that

[@michaelkelley3378]

If he even knows what a squat is.

[@TheMFingCoo]

Michael Kelley hahaha

[@LJsReef]

Every Damn Day Fitness Lol, word! I was subbed to him but saw through the bullshit with his stuttering ass!

[@Arslan333boy]

''So thats how that fixes that'' - Jeff

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Can I just say, this channel has changed my life. Thank Jeff for all of the content you've given. Who knows where I'd be without you. I can never say how good this channel is.

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Definitely the best channel on KZbin for informed and knowledgeable material. You know you're not been fed bullshit. Rare thing these days in anything. No fake news here

[@Iron_Thunderstorm]

Everyone agrees bro. I've been lifting for 7 years. Been watching Jeff for 1 year...needless to say I've been ACTUALLY working out for 1 year..

[@rifqialfariz22]

Absolutely. The knowledge in Jeff's brain is second to none.

[@Iron_Thunderstorm]

surprisinglyroomy Either you're trolling or a fool. Can't argue with the science or results Jeff presents. Provide a single example if you want to persuade anyone. Take that negativity back to Blaha's channel

[@Iron_Thunderstorm]

surprisinglyroomy I took a quick overview of the channel, it appears to be pretty legit and I will definitely check it out!...however...come on, you truly cannot discredit Jeff. His logic and detailed explanations of why his tips will work are unarguable, whether someone else also has good advice or not. So far, to me, Jeff is king. Everything he says makes sense and has provided me personally, better results than I've ever had before, and I've lifted for 7 years, only discovered Jeff 1 year ago.

[@stamatisvragas7720]

Why was he squatting on the curl rack?

[@MarkanVaran7]

IKR!

[@ab-hx8bi]

σταματης βραγκας why the fuck not?it works doesnt it?

[@rickmorty917]

Steven Lang watch bro science. It's a joke

[@ChainsawChristmas]

well played.

[@mikemilligan9028]

No curls in the Power Rack!!!

[@RobertMarzullo]

This man’s channel is pure Gold! 👑🙌

[@Neon_toaster]

The best tip I've ever received is "point your feet outward and have your knees follow". I started squatting with my feet pointed straight and I only had knee and hip problems until I fixed my form

[@FloridaMikey]

outward like left foot on 10' o clock position and right foot on 2' o clock position ?

[@Neon_toaster]

@@FloridaMikey I'd say more like 11 and 1, doesn't have to be exact, as long as your knees aren't going inwards you'll be fine

[@yonewolf]

for sure! i'd say walk around naturally for a couple seconds and look where your feet naturally land.. if your toes land pointing straight forward, that's how you'd want to squat, if they point outwards, match as closely as you can to that angle.

[@The-eo4lj]

Stop watching this clown and go read Starting Strength if you wanna learn how to squat

[@shadowuchiha4311]

Appreciate that tip.

[@sj0nnie]

Been squatting for years and I ended up with the same technique in this video. I havent had lowerback pain for years since I use this technique. You are more stable, more confident therefore makes squating more fun and enjoyable. This video is truth. Squatting getting more fun and injuryfree

[@chivalrous_chevy1163]

Yes.

[@tobiramasenju6290]

I can only imagine :/

[@louis-philippelavoie6929]

I have some old school squatting video tapes if u want.

[@firaso3929]

ive been having lower back pain for a week now from squatting and deadlifts, i watched tons of videos on the perfect form but the pain is still there, i even lowered all my weights by 50%. Any idea whats wrong? the pain is only there when im lifting and goes away after i rest

[@confidential5743]

Lucas Moore You could just be tight there, try to get a loved one or a deep tissue massage therapist to work and you and dig deep into those knots until they leave. Muscle knots are more common where two different muscles join together like the traps connecting to the neck

[@shawneeg214]

Why did he wear a shirt the entire video is he sick? Feel better Jeff!

[@sj0nnie]

shawn gately He prolly only shirtless after a workout, then he shoots the videos. That is what I think. :)

[@alee2128]

Probably because he's talking more legs today

[@tshortbull8683]

A Lee He's done lots of videos fully clothed.

[@accountsequity5587]

Lmao

[@foulmouthtroll9476]

Maybe he's bloated.

[@JakobStrand]

The single best squat tips is: Dont forget your face pulls.

[@nsfit2074]

Actually they do help with squats alot

[@LJ2RICH]

@@theviber1380 u sound like someone who forgot their facepulls... you know what happens now💉💉

[@theviber1380]

Yung Zo No, AthleanX I swear this is just a misunderstanding. I did my face pulls yessterday I swear. Please give me back my family.

[@Gunbardo]

And always remember to use 2 ropes to face pull.

[@mslinky_]

Aakolick Private it’s too late once on his bad side there’s no coming back. Sorry pal

[@thomassteele1728]

Your video sounded so stinking smart that I was certain I could squat 400 this afternoon. I'm in the hospital man...

[@micahgorbics8556]

update?

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Update?

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Update

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@@abelv7052 The nigga died

[@Rampage-Sama]

Damn we lost a soldier yo.

[@nonachyourbusiness1164]

What's that weird... fabric on his shoulders and chest? That black thing with yellow in front. Why can't I see his bare upper body?

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Non' AchYourbusiness Commenting just in case someone answers

[@cactus9277]

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Live Till I Die dude, did you take a look at his username and profile pic? Don't feed the troll

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[@bluetickhound16]

Jeff never uses the marker on his ass...

[@Rickalus]

you dont?

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I think jesse will do it 😅😂😂

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In it maybe??

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bluetickhound16 Jesse swallows

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😭

[@ritchidemendoza]

My God, Jeff is such a blessing. And I haven’t seen any other fitness channel with a humble attitude like his.

[@KenDBerryMD]

This helped a lot! As a 50 yo doctor just starting to work out, I need all the help I can get!

[@johncitizen6332]

Would it be any different if you were a 50 year old teacher or welder?

[@GoinToTheGym]

John Citizen he’s gotta make sure you know how important he is

[@MsBorkbork]

Because doctorin ain't all that physical, son. Also, attention.

[@GoinToTheGym]

MsBorkbork there’s many jobs that aren’t physical, this guy is just being pretentious. You don’t see people commenting “as a 50 year old librarian”

[@MsBorkbork]

@@GoinToTheGym i disagree. He could just as easily be referring to the fact that he isn't that physical, knows he should be, and is willing to listen to an expert to get better.

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This guy is the only best trainer on youtube currently .. what a GENIUS

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I'm lucky enough to go to a gym that's full of competing powerlifters, Olympic style lifters, and instructors just there to work out. Wonderful atmosphere, good cheer, and cheaper membership fees than any damn run-of-the-mill machine-park gyms that's popping up like weeds all over. Not once have they just stood by and let anyone do an exercise in a way that may harm them. Instead they jump in and, with a smile, give instruction and advice on form and whatnot. Can't really remember where I'm going with this rambling, as I lost my train of though right after I started writing... Oh yeah: It's nice that this video says exactly what they say. Same about an older video also about squats, among other things. Seeing the same things on this channel makes me even more happy to be at that gym. Also love the fact that here, I get tons of advice on other exercices to strengthen my weak points, and thereby lessen the risk of future injuries.

[@bigdog2432]

MeadyBeard stfu

[@danielivo5313]

Lucky you.

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Where At,?

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How's sweden going?

[@felicichris1369]

Sounds like a dream gym brother

[@juniorcasillas6722]

Just started getting back to squats. Haven’t been comfortable with them due to shoulder pains while holding bar. Been able to strengthen and work into a tolerable discomfort for squats. This video has been the most helpful in my reintro to squats. Thank You

[@bougiestayspaid]

This was very helpful!! I’ve been hurting myself every single time I attempt squats or deadlifts! Thank you for taking the time to make this video! I appreciate this

[@mnutt5049]

Jeff! Just wanted to let you know that thanks to you, I've gained close to 20 lbs in over a year of training from your videos and your program. I sing your praises left and right to friends and family. Thanks for the constant help!

[@mahidikarif2123]

Thanks Jeff......... I have to be honest, your last two videos were the most important videos for me personally. I’m a tall guy with weak legs so this tip is very helpful!

[@Jillousa]

Oh wow! That vocal queue of moving hip and chest together was a game changer for me! My front squats today were the best they've been since coming back to crossfit! I had a much easier time keep my chest up and getting out of the hole. Coach noticed a change too!! Sometimes vocal queues are so frustating cuz you over think it and body doesn't respond. Huge thanks! Huge thanks!

[@RubenFRS]

Man, I've been watching videos from 2014 and 2018 and the info on this channel is so good, i always learn something or cement past notions I had I've avoided injury and corrected posture so many times thanks to this man. Thanks for all your hard work on these videos Jeff! They are very appreciated!

[@jorismous1422]

another good way is to take a quick short but powerful breath in (before squatting down) and lock the air inside around the taille and waste. by doing that you kinda make a 'belt' that keeps your body and core in check when squatting down..hope this makes sense : )

[@mightyjoeyoung9741]

I believe the term is 'inter-abdominal pressure'. Good advice. Almost like filling your gut with air and holding and flexing on top of that.

[@TheDictismiT]

So.. breathe correctly? Lol. This should be done for absolutely every exercise

[@cmitch3087]

@@mightyjoeyoung9741 the valsalva manuever

[@RD-jd8hq]

The Valsalva Maneuver

[@TRIP_LAB]

Yeah, I got to learn this tjing just last week, and beleive me this is a life saver. Just take a mid breath in, and hold it there by contracting the abs, and boom, do anything with your squat

[@christophermccreary7714]

Great video!! I’ve been working on my own fitness routines for years and one thing I always try to focus on is form. It’s really great to see in depth videos like this swing multiple views of one movement

[@bartmanfitness8062]

Great advice Jeff! I"ll start applying this to my workouts.

[@robertmcminn7212]

You killed this one. I am impressed with the simplicity that has fixed my squat forever. Thank you.

[@abhilashgujar5677]

I used to lift my hips first. Thank you so much for making this video, it helped me a lot!

[@leozuo4962]

2 years later, looking at this video with a injured lower back. CHEST AND HIPS UP TOGETHER! Lesson learned

[@T0M_N1]

Jeff, I’ve been using your tips for years... you’ve helped my training so much. Yet another quality tip! You sir are a legend.

[@willgibson7261]

So simple, but I love this guy. He’s so easy to understand

[@giovannirestrepo7385]

Thanks for the exceptional tip in proper squatting. I've been picking up lots of proper technique on how to lift weights. Been doing since I was 13 I'm now 54 & still lifting thank & keep up the great education on proper lifting. Sincerely gio

[@ataveras5123]

Perfect! Exactly what I needed now cant wait to get back in the gym and utilize these tips! All your videos are excellent. I love how you get right to the point.

[@bak3r06]

Thanks for the video! This is my favorite channel for all things strength. I appreciate what you do for the community.

[@zenchestnuts]

Great tip! Makes a lot of sense. Did my lower back in a week ago Sunday. So will be looking at refining my routine a bit. Going to lower the weight and get those two actions working as one!

[@zubairmirza836]

"That's how that fixes that" Quote of the century.

[@neilmartin7907]

Thanks for this. I'm a long time lifter. I played D1 college football in the mid/late 80's. I generally lift alone due to time constraints so I don't have anyone to give me form pointers. I'm in my 50's now and have suffered from injuries throughout the years in my lower back from squatting. I adopted this relatively minor tweak and kept squatting through the back pain I already had before seeing this video. I squat 3 days a week. After 2 weeks of squatting this way my back pain is gone permanently and my squat has improved 30 pounds. I can't thank you enough for this!

[@grinellsmith]

Just a quick note to say thanks so much for your solid and useful teaching. I can't tell you how much your vids have helped me. I'm in my 50s and have always been very fit (climbing, running, surfing, and cycling) but haven't lifted weights much before. I've been lifting for about a year now, and Im sure that without your vids I would have injured myself by now. Instead, I'm getting stronger than I've ever been - all without injury, which is no small thing when you're a beginner at my age!

[@bjb0808]

"hips and chest together!" although i already did it, i never thought of it as that. excellent and great way to tell people i always see NOT doing it.

[@jacobsjvj]

These videos always come when I'm training that area! Leg day tomorrow!

[@somerric1135]

I like how I am suffering from lower back pain from watching Jeffs newest video and magically this pops up in my recommended and now even thou i have back pain doing squats it doesn't hurt my lower back at all. Goes to show you how even a little error in performing a rep can injure you.

[@mattspurrell6572]

This is the third video I have watched of this guy. The first was for short term pain relief for my shoulder, which worked. The second was about building triceps with dramatic extensions, which I have never seen before and I'm excited to try. This video instantly fixed my bad form coming up from squats by keeping my hips and chest moving as one. Subbed and impressed.

[@HCmusink333]

Hands down the best piece of advice for a proper squat. I stumbled upon this cue a while ago (I think it was Omar Isuf who pointed it out) and it improved my from dramatically. I nominate Jeff for president of the universe

I would def.vote for jeff if he ran

[@TheNj109]

Here in my gym about to hit legs, jeff is a perfectionist.

[@richardlovelace8134]

This guy is amazing. I've been a fan for years and he never fails me.

[@yonewolf]

integrated this mindset of "hips with shoulders" and had some of the smoothest and easiest ups on my squats today with no lower back pain.. glad to get this form going in a good direction.. thank you!

[@JATorNMNS]

He is wearing a shirt. I repeat. He is wearing a shirt

[@bigm383]

JATorNMNS upside down and back the front day.

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who would want cold metal to touch their skin

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That’s what leg day does to you

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JATorNMNS 😂

[@rewatichintale7]

That's fucking t shirt u jackass Hell yeah I'm kindda shock thou 😂 that's rare case of scenario

[@DeannaPanda105]

Ur back is so perfectly straight doing a squat! Bro ur goals!

[@HanSolo-vb7hc]

Thank you very much for this tip! Recorded my squat and found this to be my issue. No more lower back pain and more efficient movements. Thanks Jeff!

[@umarakmal2009]

Just as soon as I have questions I ask and Jeff always uploaded like he is reading my mind!

[@ArmoredKentuckyBoyGTGaming]

I need some 25 pound plates that big in my gym to make me look like I'm doing a ton of weight lol

[@soonernation8163]

Challenger Studios I thought they were 45s as big as they were. I had to look twice when I saw 25 on the side..

[@Jimmy_Jazz]

Challenger Studios that's why I love Eleiko plates haha

[@ArmoredKentuckyBoyGTGaming]

sooner nation same with me

[@greenbaycity]

That’s common at a powerlifting gym

[@ayushtripathi1549]

Hahaha i was thinking the exact same thing. They look like fucking 45 but actually are 25.

[@havenhenare-heke9255]

Your pointers, along with tips from my friends have helped out a lot. Two and a half months ago I started squatting and I was struggling with 10kg plates on both sides. Yesterday I hit a PB of 2 plates and a 15kg on each side.

[@jimmyh8959]

Only video I've ever seen that actually delivers on this type of title. Thank you sir.

[@macb3127]

You're literally my favorite athletic trainer when it comes to knowledge and form. So many people are too opinionated and end up just spitting bullshit from their brain. I know a trainer who says he wont squat because it is the leading cause to back problems in the future. You just schooled him in my mind. Any time I've said something he tries to justify why I'm "wrong." I've been training and STILL LEARNING for 3 years now... pretty sure I'm not THAT uneducated.

[@watsappenin2865]

Damn you go girl

[@KittyHugFitness]

Awesome cues! Your videos always help me to be a better trainer for my clients. Thanks so much, Jeff! ^____^

[@Fit_Philosopher]

same here, its one thing to have the knowledge, but its an entirely different thing to be able to translate those ideas into a tangible experience for our clients. jeff does a great job translating the ideas

[@frankneve8368]

Kat Musni Fitness

[@speedflash7728]

So you take other people's tricks and ideas to give to your clients. What the fuck is the point of a trainer that way when people can just watch the videos? It's like being a math teacher except the teacher gets the answers from Google and writes it on the board. See what am saying, peanut?

[@Fit_Philosopher]

SpeedFlash would you trust a trainer of teacher who stopped learning, in any field?

[@akal1236]

SpeedFlash this gave me autism

[@rover-bo6bu]

Thank you. Jeff, thank you. You have no idea how much you have just helped me. I've been lifting for a while. As we all know squats are foundational. But my weight on the bar and my leg development have been stuck pretty much in one place. I knew I was doing something wrong but could not fix it. I had people check my form (personal trainers, mind you); I've videoed myself and tried to analyze it. Couldn't figure out how to stop pulling with my chest first, which made heavy weights painful for me to do. It's unbelievable how simple you make things. Thank you and God bless you. Keep up the good work.

[@Euxable]

All your videos are the best I’ve seen in each exercise, thanks for helping me avoid injury!

[@kagekirke9799]

Jessie literally walked away from the side angle during the most important part of the video. ~facepalm~

[@vexmau5]

Richard Fields I was laughing at that because Jeff is literally sacrificing his back to some extent to show us what’s wrong and Jesse failed to get the good angle until Jeff said “Jesse come around”

[@chuckmcauley819]

Yeah, literally.

[@RedPillVegan]

The plates were blocking the angle at the bottom

[@shussey1446]

😂 Jessie gotdamn son you bout as useful as an empty glass of water in the desert

[@slobodan5168]

😂

[@timdark8071]

You just solved the exact problem I was facing, my guy. You are on point.

[@tonya9614]

Your videos are always appreciated, love the way that you bring detail to the table!

[@allisonweaver9649]

I love the way you framed the description!! Lift chest and hips... helps so much!! I had about given up the back squat.. may have to try again. Really miss it!!

[@tidalwee1]

Pretty well explained on how to engage your cores automatically!

[@rise4justice826]

That explains the sore back I get when doing squats , I recorded my form it was good nice and deep , but what I didn't see was the struggle getting back up! Gotta engage hope n chest same time

[@randallcazarez8356]

Hope?

[@jamoss2007]

Thank you for these never failing solid lessons, I always add to my sessions! Wish I can get as educated as yourself. God Bless you and yours

[@strpped379]

Jeff...Youre THE MAN !!! Im 47 and youve really helped me get my life back. Thank You

[@wonhyeukjung3521]

This is such a good advice. I had EXACTLY this problem of having segmented movement and my lower back was hurt because the load was all focused on my back. Everyone who do squats should be conscious of this to avoid back injury. Subbed after watching this video.

[@legitman248]

When in doubt always “get out of the hole”

[@theroyalace9359]

Ryan Craig lol

[@joeyclauser3402]

Haha

[@formdoggie5]

As an exmilitary member--I'd encourage you to follow the opposite advice.

[@ncave7147]

Amen brother

[@comedyman112]

Ryan Craig what a stupid tip. Ofc we have to do that. It's so obvious

[@ssjGaara]

The row tip at the beginning fixed something I've been having an issue for a while. Thanks!

[@ChristianRussell]

Some of the most succinct and helpful training insights I’ve ever come across.

[@nevilsb3924]

i can hear crackling sound from his knee each time jeff stands up.. he's got knee issues and he is still trying to teach us how to do squats properly with that knee.. respect

[@harbhajansingh5506]

Not knee issue it just fluid gas getting pop out as the pressure build same as the finger poping is done

[@CliffordStarks1]

Great tip I explain this one to my clients too👍

[@cryptogymbro]

i tell them squeeze feet toes too, help alot with balance & more explosive controlled movement.

[@WashingtonStateFishWaterfowl]

Pakanlini I have known a couple of friends who have injured their toes by "squeezing" them during squats fyi. If they are losing balance work on building up the stabilizer muscles instead of putting that pressure on their toes. Just my broscience opinion though.

[@marosmalcicky2147]

Squat what ends up as a good morning is caused usually by weak legs and strong back. When you have beginner clients with good mobility I found the best belt squats because you can teach good motor pattern of squatting under relatively light load where back is not active so they have to push purely with their legs. Keep knees all the time forward as long as possible is another awesome cue what helped me to squat without shifting my hips back. In case you have clients who are a little bit advanced you can try doing front squats with them. This translates into stronger legs and the movement has to go from legs not from back otherwise the bar will drop (impossible to keep it in rack position). Glute activation before squatting just some easy hip circles or hip bridges or something on machines for glutes helps as well for the movement from the bottom. I love every Jeff's video just this one is USUALLY more about leg strength and keeping good position of your knees. He's right with core that's for sure just personally I find people weaker in legs. Squeezing the big toe and pinkie toe (not insanely excessively) is a very good cue as well because it somehow automatically activates glutes what you need from the hole. Good luck with trainings and hopefully it helps somehow

[@pygmalioninvenus6057]

I tell my clients to suck the primordial dick of the Satanic God force of the ethereal mind stopping us from living the ultimate totality of experience known to be now and present forever after

[@ChameleonSoul]

Clifford Starks his tips are fucken amazing when you learn how to activate your muscles properly.👍🏻

[@demontoarch]

I just want to say thank you. I watch your videos all of the time. And they have really helped my ruts, form, and health. I tell everyone about what you do. You're God sent

[@Tropigal05]

Tonight is leg day for me. I’m going to incorporate this tip when doing my squats. The little things help and make a big difference. Thanks Jeff.

[@MrOCSOLJAH]

of course leg day was yesterday...

[@rally_chronicles]

JeffHawk leg day is always yesterday

[@zachdoran10]

JeffHawk it’s 9 months later and leg day was still yesterday

[@kenan2797]

Are those bitcoins in your squat rack? Man these currencies everywhere..

[@Wiebidde420]

HODL

[@lilripsta1995]

That's a good one lol

[@Chris-hr1lz]

Still not dropping as low as bitcoin

[@TheEnvelopeOZ]

TRON WE GOING TO THE MOON!

[@narutouzumakix9201]

Chris good one

[@troyedler6383]

It's always nice to go over proper tech; for squats. I learn something every time.

[@Chris-jt1vy]

These tips are absolutely awesome. I've incorporated many of the tips into my workout with very positive results.

[@bigb.4556]

he gave us a rowing tip in a squat tip video what a god

[@adriandumitru3768]

It s much harder now that I am doing it correctly 😂 Thank you

[@rmullins2496]

Jeff,thank you for showing us the best cue I’ve ever seen regarding torso bracing and the connection with the hips and chest,…brilliant instruction , you are a teacher my friend ! I am 72 and have been lifting on my 1/2 rack in my garage for the past year.I’m tall 6ft 3 and lean 165…I’m getting stronger but it’s harder to add mass now that I’m a little older.I will be looking to you for continued sage advice. Thanks again

[@user-mr4st5fo2l]

Still my go to Coach for any training questions I have! Thanks A Million X's my friend!

[@JW-nc3zr]

Jeff, have you covered the Jefferson squat in a video yet? I'm curious if it's a variation that is worth implementing. I have weak, and often tight hip flexors, and it was suggested to me as a way to strengthen them.

[@tannerhammonds]

Finally found while my low back hurts after squats 🙃

[@matthewharrisparker]

Amazing. I had the first problem with chest moving early. Never would have thought of this. THANK YOU

[@marycondon2003]

Thanks for all your advice for so many workouts. As a fellow PT I appreciate hearing the correct terminology for anatomy and mechanics 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@prizma45]

lol you're both out of touch

[@themanofstonestoneman2723]

Damn Jeff I’m doing legs tomorrow 👌🏽

[@dena180]

Themanofstone Stoneman same here

[@MarkanVaran7]

I always leave legs at the end of the week lmao fuck that

[@Taciturnitas]

I am having lower back pain after performing squats. Although this already helped, I'm always open for tips you guys have. I always try to keep my spine/back as straight as possible. But it's not always a succes so I still keep getting lower back pain.

[@guru25k]

Same, try to use a squat belt it protects ur lower back for a bit

[@nomnomyourmom]

search athleanx low back pain

[@nethandelwampa116]

Awesome awesome stuff Jeff. I'm in charge of our Navy fitness program and I watch tons of your videos to better train Sailor's. Thanks for all you do!

[@jasonsimpson4805]

This is gold for cuing proper squat motion. Keep up the excellent work!

[@Arithen]

UUUHHHHGGGG, last video was about shoulders an hour after I did a shoulder workout. This video is about squats, an hour after i completed my leg day :"(! Just a heads up, doing chest tomorrow, expect a chest video once I'm done

[@Arithen]

Haha, I've probably seen them all, but knowing my luck Jeff will release some cool new chest video after my workout

[@TheCultureWar]

Well at least you have the information for next week :)

[@Saraswati8882]

you are ordering him for a video " As if" he is your servant !

[@jabbz7]

Ghost147theoriginal world doesn’t revolve round you bud

[@Arithen]

We will see tomorrow ;)

[@jeffcavalieresmarker3140]

Thanks for the squat tip (YOU GET IT TIP CAUSE I GOT A TIP)

[@holiday2480]

This is legit the single best squat tip I’ve found - THANK YOU!

[@susiekirkland629]

Thank you so much for this video~ I didn't realize that I shoot my hips back before trying to get back up until I saw your video! Tonight's workout includes back squats-I look forward to correcting my error!

[@KunalSharma-wp9wk]

At 3:13, please explain the cracking sound from your knees the moment you raised yourself, is it good or bad, coz i hear it while squatting too...

[@darkaliebaba99]

Kunal Sharma its harmless

[@darkaliebaba99]

Im not sure what the science is behind it, but i do know that its not bad.

[@thatboywhocantsnipe]

my knees crack with light weight too, but once I put decent weight on my back then my knees dont crack any more. Its harmless.

[@tshortbull8683]

Kunal Sharma It's like when you pop your neck or knuckles. It's your connective tissues finding the grooves. It's also why a good warm up is never a bad idea.

[@evelynn4273]

3:52 - Is that the sound of knees creaking?

[@Leonelf0]

Happens to many, but doesn't mean anything bad, it's like fingers cracking (cavitation). One only needs to worry if it hurts when cracking.

[@coletomlinson5190]

Leonelf he’s said before that it hurts him

[@flabio7074]

Wonder why he doesn't low bar squat if his knees are bad. Squatting actually helps my bad knees and I squat high bar ass to grass. But I would switch to low bar in a second if my knee issues got bad again.

[@evelynn4273]

@Hard Boiled - Same. My knees used to creak a bit when squatting (and ache if I overdid it), but not anymore. So I know the creaking doesn't have to be a big deal.

[@tshortbull8683]

Eve Lynn It sounded like his shoes to me.

[@dandnoutdoors3778]

Your videos have really really helped me out recently and I truly appreciate it!

[@scottjonas6684]

I learned this the hard way a few years ago!.. now i make sure i keep my back strait and don’t lean forward to take weight off my legs.. great tip Jeff! Your videos are my goto for all my workout tips and lessons. Thank so much!!!

[@Drizzt573]

"Alright, so that's how that fixes that."