Probably the most talked about exercise when it comes to form is the squat. People seem to be very paranoid that they are not performing the squat properly. In this article I will tell you how to perfect your squat technique.
Really, all you need to do is take a look around at the many experienced lifters and how they perform squats. You will see a huge array of styles and techniques. Neither of them is wrong. You simply have to squat to accommodate how you are built, what you are hoping to achieve, and also what feels comfortable to you.
The best squat technique is a technique which is comfortable to you and works well, and it’s as simple as that. Try different techniques, for instance: it may be that you need to stand wide with your squats, or have your feet closer together. It may be having your toes pointed more outwards or less outwards. It may be that you can squat with your back bolt upright or you need to lean forward more. You may also wish to do a completely different type to squats such as dumbbell squats or use a machine such as a hack squat machine or the leg press machine.
Just do whatever works for you and feels good.
The only consistent theme throughout every squat technique is keeping the back locked so you don’t have uneven pressure on the spine and avoid injury.