Fitness
Squat Depth
Squat depth is how low you descend while keeping neutral spine and balanced foot pressure. Parallel or slightly below is a common strength standard; depth should match hip and ankle mobility.
Squat depth is how low you descend while keeping neutral spine and balanced foot pressure. Parallel or slightly below is a common strength standard; depth should match hip and ankle mobility.
Cutting depth to load more weight often shifts stress to knees and misses leg range gains.
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