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Basic Squat
An exercise
that is very snowboard specific! The Squat works about every muscle
in the lower 2/3rds of the body! The movement focuses on hip, knee,
and ankle Flexion/Extension. This exercise will help prepare you
for takeoffs, protect you from the impact of landings, and helps
counteract some of the G forces in turns. For advanced: try it with
a balance board and you'll work muscles you never thought you had!
| The
Details |
| 1. |
Position
bar on back of neck. |
| 2. |
Position
feet same width as riding stance. |
| 3. |
Looking
ahead or slightly up, descend to 90 degrees knee
flexion, bending more at hips and knees instead
of the ankle. Knees should be positioned even or
slightly behind toes. |
| 4. |
Keeping
lower back neutral (no rounding)! raise to upright
position. |
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| BEGINNERS
NOTE |
| Start
by descending to 45 degrees instead of 90. Once the knee
structure feels stable, gradually increase your range
of motion (1-2 degrees at a time). Also, keep a sharp
eye on your form (see above). The weight should be light.
Bodyweight or bar to start is fine. |
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Lower
Body Excercises |
Upper-body
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Torso
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