Heels Elevated Squat

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The heels elevated squat is a quadriceps and knee strengthening exercise. By elevating the heels the forward load is increased without necessitating abnormal ankle flexibility.

 Cues:

  • Keep the torso vertical and squat straight down

  • Allow the knees to go forward

  • Squeeze the hamstrings tightly onto the calves at the bottom

  • Stand straight up without shifting the hips backwards

Scale: 

  • Hold onto a support with both of your hands to reduce the load

Errors:

  • Shifting the hips back like a regular squat

  • Causing pain. Don't be tough! Use your hands and move smoothly

  • Relaxing in the bottom position

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