This weeks #BridgeFit variation brought to you by BridgeAthletic in collaboration with EXOS is a squat variation. Every week we'll examine variations and modifications of exercises to optimize performance, mitigate injuries, and power the plateaus.
Variation 1:Split Squat
Cue 1:Standing, feet in lunge position. Back flat and chest up. Front knee over front ankle.
Cue 2:Sink hips. Front knee over front ankle. Back knee toward floor. Chest up and back flat.
Cue 3:Drive through front foot, lifting body. Chest up, back flat. Reset and repeat.
Variation 2: Squat
Cue 1:Stand. Feet at hip width. Chest up, back flat.
Cue 2: Sink hips, butt back, thighs parallel to floor. Extend arms in front of body. Hold.
Cue 3: Drive through heels to start position.
Variation 3:Lateral Squat
Cue 1:Stand, wide stance. Back flat, chest up, arms extended in front of body.
Cue 2: Transition weight to one side. Sink hips, butt back. Knee over ankle. Toes should remain straight ahead.
Cue 3: Drive through heel, return to starting position. Repeat movement for opposite leg.
Cue 4:Return to starting position. Repeat, alternating legs for prescribed reps.