Biomechanical Analysis Of The Squatting Position Essay

A Biomechanical Analysis Of the Squatting Position By; Khushboo K. Viras (624147) Dallas Baptist University KNES 5303 Mechanical Analysis Of Motor Skills Professor Dr. Chuck Rout Table Of Contents I. Introduction……………………………………….. ……………………………… II. Anatomical Analysis & Movement Phase Description…………………………. A. Bones & Joints Analysis………………………………………….. B. Muscular Analysis………………………………………………… III. Mechanical Analysis……………………………………………………………… IV. Injury Possibilities & Contraindications………………………………………... V. Summary…………………………………………………………………………... VI. Works Cited……………………………………………………………………….. Introduction http://stronglifts.com/squat/#History_of_Squats The Squat is a natural movement humans have done since they existed. If you pay attention you’ll notice people all over the world Squat, often unconsciously. Quick examples… Babies routinely play while sitting in a Squat position, and will Squat to stand up. Asian people often …show more content…

The purpose of the squat is to train the muscles around the knees and hip joints, as well as to develop strength in the lower back, for execution of basic skills required in many sporting events and activities of daily living. Because a strong and stable knee is extremely important to an athlete or patient’s success, an understanding of knee biomechanics while performing the squat is helpful to therapists, trainers, and athletes alike (11). Because most activities of daily living require the coordinated contraction of several muscle groups at once, and squatting (a multi-joint movement) is one of the few strength training exercises that is able to effectively recruit multiple muscle groups in a single movement, squats are considered one of the most functional and efficient weight-bearing exercises whether an individual’s goals are sport specific or are for an increased quality of life