Elevate Your Squat Form and Performance: The Power of Heel Lifts
- Ali and Tracy
- Apr 2
- 1 min read
Ever wondered why incorporating a heel lift into your squats can be a game changer? Let’s break it down! 🔍✨
1️⃣ **Enhanced Mobility**: A heel lift can help improve ankle dorsiflexion, allowing for a deeper squat without compromising form. This means better engagement of your quads and glutes! 🍑💪
2️⃣ **Better Posture**: Elevating your heels can help maintain an upright torso position, reducing the risk of leaning forward too much. This leads to more effective and safer squats! 🏋️♂️
3️⃣ ** Reduced Strain on Lower Back l**: By promoting a neutral spine position, heel lifts can lessen the strain on your lower back, making it a safer option for many lifters.
4️⃣ **Targeted Muscle Activation**: By shifting your weight forward slightly, heel lifts can change the emphasis from your hamstrings to your quads, helping to build strength in those targeted areas effectively.
Ready to try it out? 🚀 Check out the heel lift in this weeks TOTW “Beverly Hills” and feel the difference!
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