The box squat is not just for powerlifters. It is a versatile exercise that can be modified in technique to produce a broad variability of outcomes. In this video: I look at how the box squat can favorably influence the internal forces that interfere with performance and rehab programs. Box squat variations are not only […]
Bill Hartman PT
Q & A for The 16% – What Happens in a Deep Squat: Mechanics and Cues for Breathing
From Zhang: What are the actions of musculature above the level of the trochanter, such as upper glute max and piriformis, at the bottom of a deep squat when hips are flexed above 120 degrees? Do these muscles still contribute to the internal rotation of the femurs in a deep squat, or do they change […]
Q & A for The 16% – Improving Your Overhead Press with a Landmine press
Question: I have been thinking about your video on shoulder flexion and your comments about how it is common for individuals to use internal rotation to finish shoulder flexion. To improve shoulder flexion without this compensation what are your thoughts on: – the Viking/landmine press? – would you opt for a single arm Viking press […]
Q & A for The 16% – Eccentric Emphasis Training – Flywheel training
Question: On Instagram Live you mentioned flywheel training having the potential to help certain people and not others. Can you be more specific about why someone would use or avoid exercises on a flywheel? In this video: I explain how eccentric emphasis and flywheel training may enhance performance or be detrimental to performance. What type […]
Q & A for The 16% – How and Why? – Heels-Elevated Squat
Question: My questions are in regard to your video: Q & A for The 16% – Heels-Elevated Squat – Hip ER to Hip IR to Hip ER 1) Is the reason for pushing through the medial heel on the ascent to promote pronation (exhalation strategy)? 2) During the ascent, would there be any benefit to […]