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Strengthen that Badonkadonk! The big toes are often overlooked when squatting. Driving the big toes into the ground the entire time during a squat will not only help to lift the arch of the foot, rotate the lower leg, and keep the knee in alignment, it will also help to engage the glute max! When we watch people squat, we usually notice a lack of foot/toe control that will directly affect the power output of your glute, as well as the stability of the lower back, hip, knee, and ankle. Many of you simply don’t pay attention to what their feet are doing.
Our buddy Mark Consuelos has had some issues with his knees and hip and we pointed out to him how powerful the big toe actually is in reducing that knee and hip pain. Guys… this stuff doesn’t have to be super complicated. If you have pain in the lower back, hip, knee, ankle, or foot, make sure that you are spreading your feet, driving your toes into the ground, lifting the arch, rotating the ankle, and twisting the leg outward with the glute. Keep your weight shifted evenly between your heel and forefoot with a little bit of weight on the outside of the foot.
Work on this toe/foot positioning when washing the dishes, cleaning your car, lifting weights, etc. Do it everywhere! Over time, your body will strengthen and maintain this postural position. Pains will reduce, strength and power will increase, and posture will improve.
Regardless of your “diagnosis” in your lower body, this foot awareness is essential.
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