STOP Making THESE SQUAT MISTAKES (and how to FIX them)

Summary by Krater

This video explains proper shoulder blade positioning and movement during the squat, focusing on retraction, depression, grip width, and elbow alignment to prevent form breakdown.

From the video

Answers: How do I position my shoulder blades and elbows correctly when squatting?

• shoulder blade elevation
• shoulder blade protraction
• shoulder blade retraction
• shoulder blade depression
• squat grip width
• squat elbow positioning
• upper back tightness during squats

Exercises

• barbell squat · barbell

What it concludes

• Shoulder blade retraction and depression help brace the posterior during a squat.
• A grip that is too close can cause the shoulders to shrug forward and disconnect the bar from the back.
• Elbows should remain relatively in line with the torso throughout the squat descent and ascent.