I can tell this series is going to be such a valuable resource. I have seen videos of amputees squatting heavy, so I've always known it is possible, but I have struggled alot to find information that breaks down the technique like this video does. I'm adding the band exercise to my routine for sure. Are there any other drills/exercises that you'd recommend to build good technique?
I'm so stoked you found this. I definitely plan to make a lot more of these. Any other movements you'd like to see me cover? In terms of other drills I simply work to be able to slow it down without anything changing about my mechanics and how the movement feels. once you can slow it down, especially on a prosthetic, you've got at least a solid handle on what you're doing. I'd make sure you are doing plenty of hamstring and glute work. On instagram. I plan to follow up this video with the first variation I suggest to load your squat if you're learning.
@SamSchaefer squat is definitely the movement I struggled with the most. Mostly due to the degree of flexion and shifting centre of gravity. This definitely gives me a starting point to progress from. I tend to just do the big 3 lifts i.e. deadlift, Bench and now squat, but perhaps some of the Olympic lifts like a clean would be cool to try. Im unsure if it'd be a practical movement without plantar flexion but could still be interesting none the less
@@chickachickajimlaheyit’s tough to say and I stay away from blanket statements about what is and isn’t useful or possible. I personally don’t barbell back squat, or barbell Olympic lifts b/c I feel the compensations I have to make don’t really end up providing the benefit I’m going for. Can I make the range of motion, yes, I’ve snatched just under 200# and I just didn’t feel it was contributing to anything except that exercise. Kettlebell version have felt far more useful with providing carryover to other movements and life in general. I tend to opt for specialty bars, like trap bars for deadlifts and safety bar for squats, b/c I feel like they make me stronger. I also have no intent on competing in powerlifting either so they aren’t necessary and no lift is required. That last part is an important piece of decision making
I can tell this series is going to be such a valuable resource. I have seen videos of amputees squatting heavy, so I've always known it is possible, but I have struggled alot to find information that breaks down the technique like this video does. I'm adding the band exercise to my routine for sure. Are there any other drills/exercises that you'd recommend to build good technique?
I'm so stoked you found this. I definitely plan to make a lot more of these. Any other movements you'd like to see me cover?
In terms of other drills I simply work to be able to slow it down without anything changing about my mechanics and how the movement feels. once you can slow it down, especially on a prosthetic, you've got at least a solid handle on what you're doing. I'd make sure you are doing plenty of hamstring and glute work. On instagram. I plan to follow up this video with the first variation I suggest to load your squat if you're learning.
@SamSchaefer squat is definitely the movement I struggled with the most. Mostly due to the degree of flexion and shifting centre of gravity. This definitely gives me a starting point to progress from. I tend to just do the big 3 lifts i.e. deadlift, Bench and now squat, but perhaps some of the Olympic lifts like a clean would be cool to try. Im unsure if it'd be a practical movement without plantar flexion but could still be interesting none the less
@@chickachickajimlaheyit’s tough to say and I stay away from blanket statements about what is and isn’t useful or possible. I personally don’t barbell back squat, or barbell Olympic lifts b/c I feel the compensations I have to make don’t really end up providing the benefit I’m going for. Can I make the range of motion, yes, I’ve snatched just under 200# and I just didn’t feel it was contributing to anything except that exercise. Kettlebell version have felt far more useful with providing carryover to other movements and life in general. I tend to opt for specialty bars, like trap bars for deadlifts and safety bar for squats, b/c I feel like they make me stronger. I also have no intent on competing in powerlifting either so they aren’t necessary and no lift is required. That last part is an important piece of decision making