As part of the release of Wolfgang's third book " The Perfect Knee Bend " the Functional Training Magazine published a video series on this topic with him. You can find all videos in chronological order right here:
The Perfect Squat, Part 1 – The most important tip for optimizing the squat
There are many tips to improve the execution of the squat. None is as efficient as this one. One of the biggest challenges of performing the squat is staying upright. The elbow position is crucial for this. Because the elbow position determines the position of the chest. And the rib cage determines the position of the spine. In this clip, Wolfgang Unsöld explains how to use the elbows to optimize the execution of the squat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P47qmADTQqE
The Perfect Squat, Part 2 – Flat Heels or Raised Heels?
One variation of the squat that often sparks controversy is the heel-raised squat. What is better now? Flat heel squats or heel lifts? In this video, Wolfgang Unsöld demonstrates two of the mechanical differences and goes into more detail about the advantages of both variants. Both variants have their advantages. At the right time in the training plan for an optimal increase in squat execution and performance.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9iTiuqvD2k
The Perfect Squat, Part 3 - Tip for Improving Ankle Mobility
For many trainees, mobility in the ankle joint is a limiting factor in the optimal execution of the squat. In this clip Wolfgang Unsöld explains a simple and efficient trick to quickly improve the mobility of the ankle and thus increase the recruitment of the vastus medialis and the depth of the squat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMW4zBm1fR8
The perfect squat, Part 4 - The optimal grip width
Grip width has a big impact on execution and recruitment in the squat. In this clip, Wolfgang Unsöld explains how you can use three different grip widths for squats in order to accelerate recruitment and thus the achievement of your individual goal.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ivio0vRq5w8
The Perfect Squat, Part 5 – The Klokov Squat
There are many variations of squats. Different variants take on different tasks. In this clip, Wolfgang Unsöld explains the variant of the Klokov Squat named after the Russian weightlifter Dmitri Klokov. A variation characterized by a slow eccentric and a pause in the bottom – the technically unfavorable position.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAuW712wMbE&t=2s
The Perfect Squat, Part 6 – The Medvedev Squat
There are many variations of the squat. Different variants take on different tasks. In this clip, Wolfgang Unsöld explains the variant of the so-called Medvedev Squat, named after the Russian sports scientist Alexey Medvedev. A variant that is characterized by a slow eccentric phase of 10 seconds and from this specifically increases a certain strength deficit, the difference between concentric and eccentric strength.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thM-8DbLGZ0
The Perfect Squat, Part 7 - 45° back extension, the main assistance exercise for the squat
There are many assistance exercises for the squat. The most important assistance exercise that Wolfgang Unsöld uses with his customers and athletes is the so-called "45° back extension". In this clip he explains the benefits of this exercise and several variations.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJHCf9XIYqM
The Perfect Squat, Part 8 – The Optimal Stance Width
Stance width has a big impact on execution and recruitment in the squat. In this clip, Wolfgang Unsöld explains how to use the three stance widths when squatting. In order to use this to accelerate recruitment and thus the achievement of individual goals.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YimE9zB0aew
Further information
You can find the table of contents for “The Perfect Squat” here
You can find a sample of “The Perfect Squat” here
For order
You can order "The Perfect Squat" right here on Amazon (incl. Prime and Kindle).
You can order “The Perfect Squat” right here at Perform Better Europe
You can order "The perfect squat" right here in the YPSI online shop
Good luck with The Perfect Squat!