SLS pe3

Please critique my form.

i notice that I don't get as deep as the videos, and I have a bit of a "butt wink" at the bottom. My mobility shows how tight my hips are--the middle splits course is opening them up.

Is it ok for me to continue increasing reps with my form, or should I go back to PE2?

Hi Valerie,

You're looking pretty good. On your squat you are leaning forward quite a bit. Sit your chest up as vertical as possible. Keep working on getting your butt closer to the ground. I recommend staying on your current Step while working to fix form.

On your iM you are doing a pretty good job. I would like to see a bit more elevation of the leg as you do your circle.

Keep working hard!

I tried using a 5lb weight to counter balance as suggested in the tips and technique video. I think my back looks a bit more upright. 

Should I keep using it?

 

Hey Valerie,

Yes, it looks like the counterweight helped! Keep using it for sure.

This may seem ridiculous, but I worry that I will become dependent on it, and I won't learn to do the squat without it.

also, should I progress with reps and sets with the weight or just stay at step 1 until I can squat without?

 

Hey Valerie,

You won't become dependent on it, don't worry. It will actually help you improve your squat while teaching better mechanics  Keep progressing through the steps like normal and don't feel like you're cheating by using the weight. It is just another tool to aide your progress. Keep it up!