The back squat: Targeted training techniques to correct functional deficits and technical factors that limit performance

The back squat is a wellresearched and widely used exercise to enhance fundamental movement competency that creates a foundation for optimal mechanical strategies during a broad range of activities. The primary commentary introduced the back squat assessment (BSA): A criterion-based assessment of the back squat that delineates 30 potentially observable functional deficits. This follow-up commentary provides a targeted system of trainingcues and exercises to supplement the bsa to guide corrective intervention. We propose a criterion-driven approach to corrective exercise that can support practitioners in their goal to help individuals achieve movement competency in the back squat.