Ep. 3: Squat Mechanics and Rotator Cuffs

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Ep. 3: Squat Mechanics and Rotator Cuffs

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Why is it ok to squat below parallel? Why is it ok for your knees to pass your toes at the bottom? What is the rotator cuff's job and how to you strengthen it? These questions and more covered in our first Q&A episode.

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Aug 9, 2017

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