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As I discussed in a previous post, squats can be tricky to teach to patients new to weight training. The combination of stiffening some joints while moving others can frustrate both patient and therapist. The key to teaching any movement is to create a seamless transition from part practice through to completing the full task. Having a few variations up your sleeve can make that learning process a lot smoother and less frustrating for everyone.

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Squats can be one of the most frustrating exercises for both clinician and patient to take on. Despite the squat having a strong evidence base supporting its use across a range of musculoskeletal conditions, it is an exercise requiring complex coordination across several joints. As a result, learning efficient form can be a frustrating experience for both patient and clinician

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