Squat University

In episode 95, Stan Efferding (the founder of 'The Vertical Diet') joins the show. Dr. Horschig and Stan take a deep dive into nutrition and how you can maximize your performance and body composition (whether you're trying to gain or lose weight).  Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their prod...

In episode 94, Dr. Aaron Horschig continues his series on knee pain by discussing how he structures the rehab plan. We break down mobility fixes, stability exercises and how to improve load tolerance for those dealing with patellar and quad tendinopathy. Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their pro...

In episode 93, Dr. Aaron Horschig continues his series on knee pain by discussing how he goes about the screening process for the patients he works with..  Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their products! Buy my book: https://tinyurl.com/ybwvpjta Recommended products: https://squatuniversity...

In episode 92, Dr. Aaron Horschig opens a series on knee pain. This first episode covers three common forms of knee pain (patellofemoral pain, IT Band Syndrome, and quad/patellar tendonopathy).  Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their products! Buy my book: https://tinyurl.com/ybwvpjta Recomm...

In episode 91, Eric Helms stops by to discuss all things sleep. We dive into how protein and caffeine consumption can affect sleep! Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their products! Buy my book: https://tinyurl.com/ybwvpjta Recommended products: https://squatuniversity.com/recommended-products/ Co...

In episode 90, Dr. Aaron Horschig discusses the science behind the common question, "Are deep squats bad for me?"  Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their products! Buy my book: https://tinyurl.com/ybwvpjta Recommended products: https://squatuniversity.com/recommended-products/ Connect with S...

In episode 89, Dr. Aaron Horschig discusses two ways to help you maintain your strength and technique coordination when you can't get to the gym. The methods discussed today: increased time under tension and visualization.  Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their products! Dr. McClanahan's re...

In episode 88, Dr. Ray McClanahan of Correct Toes stopes by and tells us why your shoes suck, how they're shaping your foot into an unnatural shape and hurting your performance.  Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their products! Dr. McClanahan's recommended shoes: https://www.correcttoes.com/...

In episode 87, Dr. Mario Novo stops by the show to discuss all things blood flow restriction (BFR) training. This is part 2 of our conversation! Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their products! If you use go to https://hpluscuff.com/discount/REBUILD2020 and use the code "REBUILD2020" when purchas...

In episode 86, Dr. Mario Novo stops by the show to discuss all things blood flow restriction (BFR) training. This episode was originally 3 hours long, part 2 will come out next week!  Thank you to the new show sponsor, Bearfoot Athletics. Head to https://www.bearfootathletics.com/ and use the code "SquatU" for 10% off their products!  If you use go to https://hpluscuff.com/discount/REBUI...

In episode 85, Dr. Aaron Horschig breaks down how to go about fixing a hip shift during the squat. He breaks down how to screen and fix problems in mobility and stability to help you find the WHY behind your problem squat! Linked below are a few of the longer instagram videos demonstrating these fixes:  1) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9PcRaWAoM6/ 2) https://www.instagram.com/p/B63mWnxAjz4/ Bu...

In episode 84, Joe Yoon aka @JoeTherapy stops by to talk all things stretching and soft tissue work along with how he built his Instagram to 1.3 Million followers in just a few short years. Joe also just  came out with his first book 'Better Stretching' I've linked below.  Amazon link: (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250248213/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&...

In episode 83, Dr. Aaron Horschig discusses how to warm up for deadlifts. If you'd like to watch the full YouTube video version of this podcast with demonstrations of each exercise, check out this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qpr5i4DTpk0&t=48s Buy my book: https://tinyurl.com/ybwvpjta Recommended products: https://squatuniversity.com/recommended-products/ Subscribe to my YouTube chann...

In episode 82, Gary Reinl (author of "ICED! The Illusionary Treatment Option") discusses why we were SO WRONG about icing injuries and sore muscles.  Recommended blog #1: http://garyreinl.com/articles/The-Cold-Hard-Facts.pdf Recommended blog #2: http://garyreinl.com/articles/Secondary-Cellular-Death-Is-Negligent-Homocide.pdf Gary's Website: http://garyreinl.com Gary's Book: https://www.amazon...

In episode 81 of the podcast, Chris Duffin of Kabuki Strength joins the show. The first portion of this episode is filled with practical takeaways that can help you in your path to moving bigger weight with better technique. We cover how to analyze technique, barefoot training, blood flow restriction, and recovery techniques. Chris is currently training to squat 1000 lbs for 3 reps so as you can g...

In episode 80 of the podcast, weightlifting coach Travis Mash sits down to to talk about the science of "post activation potentiation" and how it can be applied to hitting new PRs and breaking through plateaus. We discuss this theory along with many other topics related to training, Travis’ recent venture back to school to pursue his doctorate, stating a new weightlifting team, and much more... If...

On episode 79 show I had the honor to sit down with one of the most influential people in the world of physical therapy – Shirley Sahrmann. Years ago, the physical therapy world was very much so a manual based treatment profession with very little skill in exercise. Shirley’s work over the past 6 decades has changed all this. She is credited with being one of the leaders in establishing the physic...

In episode 78, Dr. Aaron Horschig answers the question, “should I bounce out of the bottom of my squat?" The answer is not as simple as you think and often comes down to the common phrase "it depends."  If you'd like to read more on this topic, check out the collaboration blog post between Dr. Aaron Horschig and 2x Olympian Chad Vaughn here: https://vaughnweightlifting.com/2019/12/12/squattin...

In episode 77, Dr. Aaron Horschig discusses the 'empty can' exercise, WHY it's a bad idea & what you can do in place to help improve shoulder health.  To learn more about shoulder stability work, check out this blog: https://squatuniversity.com/2018/10/06/stabilizing-the-shoulder-blade-joint/ Master squat technique: https://squatuniversity.com/book/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel here: h...

In episode 76, I discuss WHY I stopped doing sit ups! To learn more about the topic and see the research I discuss in this podcast, check out this blog article: https://squatuniversity.com/2018/06/21/the-mcgill-big-3-for-core-stability/ Master squat technique: https://squatuniversity.com/book/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://tinyurl.com/y2eq7kpr Visit the website: http://www.squatuni...

In episode 75 of the podcast, Dr. Aaron Horschig discusses how to improve knee stability through a step-by-step approach.  1. Correct technique from the ground-up 2. Touch-down progression 3. Reactive neuromuscular training Master squat technique: https://squatuniversity.com/book/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://tinyurl.com/y2eq7kpr Visit the website: http://www.squatuniversity....

In episode 74, Coach Travis Mash stops by the show to discuss all things weightlifting. We touch on the "absolutes" of training, ways to analyze technique, and two methods you can use to PR your squat!  Check out Travis on Instagram @masheliteperformance  Check out more content on his website: https://www.mashelite.com Master squat technique: https://squatuniversity.com/book/ Subscribe t...

In episode 73, Dr. Aaron Horschig unveils his exact warm up before picking up the barbell for performing the snatch or clean & jerk! He then breaks down the specifics of what you should include to maximize your performance by crafting an individualized warm up program that meets your demands. Goblet squat warm up link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCEpcIo-O4I&t=2s McGill Big 3 link: htt...

In episode 72, Dr. Aaron Horschig discusses WHY Achilles tendon pain begins and HOW this injury progresses. If you'd like to learn more about this injury, check out this blog: https://squatuniversity.com/2018/12/01/how-we-develop-achilles-tendon-pain/.  Master squat technique: https://squatuniversity.com/book/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://tinyurl.com/y2eq7kpr Visit the websit...

In episode 71. Dr. Aaron Horschig goes in depth into the factors that create shoulder pain when lifting (anatomy, mobility, stability & biomechanics). If you would like to learn more about screening the shoulder to uncover your individual weak link that may have led to your pain, check out this blog article: https://squatuniversity.com/2018/08/04/how-to-screen-your-shoulder-pain/ To the questi...