The back squat is a compound resistance training exercise to strengthen the hip- and knee extensors. In addition, the back squat can be used to improve neuromuscular efficiency, body control and flexibility. It’s a skill and balance foundation for complex movements, such as Olympic lifts. It activates numerous muscle groups simultaneously and it forces your…
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Lateral Squat
The lateral squat is an essential compound resistance training exercise to strengthen the hip abductors, hip- and knee extensors and enhance lateral movement abilities. Because the lateral squat is a compound exercise activating numerous muscle groups simultaneously, body control and neuromuscular system efficiency can be improved. Since the lateral squat emulates the movement characteristics seen…
Glute Stretch: Knee to Chest
The Supine Knee to Chest static glute stretch exercise can be used to improve flexibility of the hip extensors. This glute stretch is important for tennis players because the hip extensors are used during every step or jump. Hence stretching the glutes regularly is important to reduce the risk of injury and support the muscle…