MOOVES: Body conditioning and activation exercises.
The Deep Squat:
This fundamental movement focuses on leg strength and hip mobility. It involves lowering the body into a deep squat position, allowing optimal activation of the leg, glute, and core muscles.
By practicing the Deep Squat, you will not only improve muscle strength and endurance, but also increase flexibility and joint range of motion. This exercise is perfect for those looking to maintain a strong and agile body, helping them face daily challenges with greater ease and confidence.
Experience Different Movements: Try various types of exercises and physical activities to discover which ones best suit your needs and preferences.
Be Curious and Open-Minded: Be willing to learn new techniques and training methods, and explore how each exercise impacts your body and overall well-being.
Body Awareness
Pay attention to the sensations, movements, and postures of your body during exercise. Be fully present in the moment.
Reflection & Understanding
Reflect on how you feel before, during, and after exercise. Understand how movement affects your body, mind, and emotions.
Mind-Body Connection
Establish a strong connection between your mind and body, ensuring they work in harmony for effective and safe training.
REMEMBER that you can use the following example as a joint activation to prepare your body for practice.
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Deep Squat: Step-by-Step Execution
Starting Position: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Make sure your feet point slightly outward.
Preparation: Engage your core and keep your back straight as you begin lowering your body.
Descending Motion: Bend your knees and slowly lower into a deep squat position. Push your hips down and back, as if sitting into a chair.
Depth of Movement: Lower yourself until your thighs are at least parallel to the ground, or deeper if your mobility allows. Keep your heels firmly on the ground throughout.
Hold Position: Maintain the squat for 30 seconds, ensuring your core remains engaged.
Return to Start: Push through your heels to return to the starting position, keeping proper alignment at all times.
Repetitions: Forget about counting reps—focus on the sensations in your body.
Are there any areas too tense?
Key Benefits of Deep Squat:
✔️ Leg Strength Development: Deep Squat activates the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes, contributing to lower-body strength growth. ✔️ Mobility Enhancement: This exercise promotes hip and ankle mobility, allowing for proper range of motion during squatting. ✔️ Core Stability Improvement: Maintaining good posture throughout strengthens the core, which prevents injuries and enhances overall body posture
Safety Tips:
✔️ Proper Warm-up: Start with dynamic stretches to prepare muscles and joints. ✔️ Soft Surface: Practice on a flat, soft surface like a mat or grass to reduce impact on joints. ✔️ Correct Technique: Focus on maintaining good posture throughout—avoid knees collapsing inward. ✔️ Gradual Progression: If you’re a beginner, start with shorter distances and gradually increase as you get comfortable. ✔️ Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to any discomfort or unusual pain—stop and adjust your technique if needed
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