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Which muscle is responsible for hip extension in the back squat?
Which muscle is responsible for hip extension in the back squat?
- Quadriceps
- Latissimus dorsi
- Gluteus maximus (correct)
- Erector spinae
Which muscle assists with hip extension and stabilization in the back squat?
Which muscle assists with hip extension and stabilization in the back squat?
- Quadriceps
- Gluteus medius
- Adductors (correct)
- Abdominals
Which muscle group is responsible for spinal and pelvic stabilization in the back squat?
Which muscle group is responsible for spinal and pelvic stabilization in the back squat?
- Latissimus dorsi
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Erector spinae (correct)
What is the rationale behind prescribing partial squats in the back squat?
What is the rationale behind prescribing partial squats in the back squat?
Why is it important to allow the knees to move forward in front of the toes in the back squat?
Why is it important to allow the knees to move forward in front of the toes in the back squat?
Which of the following best describes Stuart Yule's role as the English Institute of Sport Strength and Conditioning coach for Judo?
Which of the following best describes Stuart Yule's role as the English Institute of Sport Strength and Conditioning coach for Judo?
What is the main purpose of the back squat?
What is the main purpose of the back squat?
Why is there often debate about the correct implementation of the back squat technique?
Why is there often debate about the correct implementation of the back squat technique?
What is Stuart Yule's background in sports?
What is Stuart Yule's background in sports?
What is the purpose of this article about the back squat?
What is the purpose of this article about the back squat?
Which of the following is a key factor to consider at all stages of training?
Which of the following is a key factor to consider at all stages of training?
What is the recommended position for the bar during a back squat?
What is the recommended position for the bar during a back squat?
What is the possible solution for an athlete who is unable to reach parallel during the descent phase of a squat?
What is the possible solution for an athlete who is unable to reach parallel during the descent phase of a squat?
What could be a possible cause if an athlete allows their lumbar spine to flex during a squat?
What could be a possible cause if an athlete allows their lumbar spine to flex during a squat?
In which stage of training would leg and hip hypertrophy be emphasized?
In which stage of training would leg and hip hypertrophy be emphasized?
Which exercise is not mentioned in the text?
Which exercise is not mentioned in the text?
Which study is not referenced in the text?
Which study is not referenced in the text?
Which muscle group is not mentioned in the text?
Which muscle group is not mentioned in the text?
Which component of back squat is not discussed in the text?
Which component of back squat is not discussed in the text?
Who is not mentioned in the acknowledgements?
Who is not mentioned in the acknowledgements?
What is the primary muscle responsible for hip extension in the back squat?
What is the primary muscle responsible for hip extension in the back squat?
Which muscle group is NOT involved in spinal and pelvic stabilization during the back squat?
Which muscle group is NOT involved in spinal and pelvic stabilization during the back squat?
What is the rationale behind prescribing partial squats in the back squat?
What is the rationale behind prescribing partial squats in the back squat?
Which two technical issues have caused debate in the implementation of the back squat technique?
Which two technical issues have caused debate in the implementation of the back squat technique?
What is the potential risk of not allowing the knees to move beyond the toes in the back squat?
What is the potential risk of not allowing the knees to move beyond the toes in the back squat?
Which muscle group is responsible for assisting with hip extension and stabilization in the back squat?
Which muscle group is responsible for assisting with hip extension and stabilization in the back squat?
What is the importance of performing a full range of motion back squat?
What is the importance of performing a full range of motion back squat?
Which of the following best describes Stuart Yule's background in sports?
Which of the following best describes Stuart Yule's background in sports?
What is the recommended position for the bar during a back squat?
What is the recommended position for the bar during a back squat?
Which muscle group is responsible for hip extension and stabilization in the back squat?
Which muscle group is responsible for hip extension and stabilization in the back squat?
What is the purpose of this article about the back squat?
What is the purpose of this article about the back squat?
Why is there often debate about the correct implementation of the back squat technique?
Why is there often debate about the correct implementation of the back squat technique?
What is the main purpose of the back squat?
What is the main purpose of the back squat?
What is Stuart Yule's role as the English Institute of Sport Strength and Conditioning coach for Judo?
What is Stuart Yule's role as the English Institute of Sport Strength and Conditioning coach for Judo?
Which of the following is a key benefit of periodised training?
Which of the following is a key benefit of periodised training?
What is the recommended position for the bar during a back squat?
What is the recommended position for the bar during a back squat?
Which of the following is a possible solution for an athlete who is unable to hold extended spinal posture during the descent phase of a squat?
Which of the following is a possible solution for an athlete who is unable to hold extended spinal posture during the descent phase of a squat?
What is the possible cause if an athlete allows their lumbar spine to flex during a squat?
What is the possible cause if an athlete allows their lumbar spine to flex during a squat?
Which of the following is a possible solution for an athlete who allows their thoracic spine to flex during a squat?
Which of the following is a possible solution for an athlete who allows their thoracic spine to flex during a squat?
What is the possible cause if an athlete's knees deviate inwards and hips internally rotate during a squat?
What is the possible cause if an athlete's knees deviate inwards and hips internally rotate during a squat?
What is the possible cause if an athlete's spinal curvature is not maintained during a squat?
What is the possible cause if an athlete's spinal curvature is not maintained during a squat?
Which exercise is commonly used to measure back squat volume load and intensity over a mesocycle?
Which exercise is commonly used to measure back squat volume load and intensity over a mesocycle?
Which muscle group's EMG activity is not discussed in the text?
Which muscle group's EMG activity is not discussed in the text?
Which study investigates the effect of knee position on hip and knee torques during the barbell squat?
Which study investigates the effect of knee position on hip and knee torques during the barbell squat?
Which muscle assists with hip extension and stabilization in the back squat?
Which muscle assists with hip extension and stabilization in the back squat?
What is the recommended position for the bar during a back squat?
What is the recommended position for the bar during a back squat?
Which of the following is not mentioned as a key factor to consider at all stages of training?
Which of the following is not mentioned as a key factor to consider at all stages of training?
What is the main purpose of the back squat?
What is the main purpose of the back squat?
What is Stuart Yule's role as the English Institute of Sport Strength and Conditioning coach for Judo?
What is Stuart Yule's role as the English Institute of Sport Strength and Conditioning coach for Judo?
Which muscle group is responsible for spinal and pelvic stabilization in the back squat?
Which muscle group is responsible for spinal and pelvic stabilization in the back squat?