Cowboy Squats
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- Exercise Types:
- Lower Squat, Core Resist
- Contraindications:
- None
- Equipment:
- Floor Based
- Applicability:
- Group
- Superset?:
- Yes
- Sprint-able?:
- Yes
Key Teaching Points:
- 1. Full foot contact with the floor — heel, arch, and ball stay grounded.
- 2. Stand all the way up — lock hips out completely at the top of each rep.
- 3. Neutral ribcage — avoid flaring ribs as you descend.
- 4. Think of sitting between your heels rather than sitting back onto them.
Regression:
Box squat to a high surface to reduce depth and build confidence. Use bodyweight only until full range is achieved with neutral spine.
Progression:
Increase load with barbell, front squat, or add a pause at the bottom to remove elastic rebound.
Common Problems:
Chest collapsing forward at depth — reinforce upright torso cue and reduce load until the position is owned.