🦵 Mini Squats (45°)
Partial squats to build functional strength. Only go to 45° knee bend initially.
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How to do the Mini Squats (45°)
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart
- Hold a chair for balance if needed
- Slowly bend your knees to about 45°
- Keep your weight through your heels
- Push back up to standing
Form tips
- Imagine sitting back into a chair
- Knees track over toes
- Progress depth gradually
Muscles worked
Quadriceps, Glutes, Hamstrings
When to be cautious
- Significant knee instability
- Pain during the movement
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