Mobility Myths with Dr. Quinn | Butt Wink | JTSstrength.com

Summary by Krater

Dr. Quinn Henock explains the "butt wink" phenomenon in squats, demonstrating that a slight posterior pelvic tilt at the bottom is normal and safe, and discusses how to optimize squat positioning.

From the video

Answers: What is a butt wink in a squat and is it dangerous?

• Butt wink in squats
• Posterior pelvic tilt
• Lumbar flexion mechanics
• Squat stance optimization
• Counterbalance squat variations

Exercises

• air squat · bodyweight
• good morning
• kettlebell swing · kettlebell
• squat · barbell
• squat · kettlebell

What it concludes

• A slight amount of posterior pelvic tilt at the bottom of a squat is normal, unavoidable, and safe.
• Hamstring length is typically not the root cause of butt wink.
• Using a counterbalance can help reduce lower back rounding during a squat.
• Squat positioning can be optimized by raising the lifter slightly out of their deepest bottom position to maintain neutral spine alignment.