Part Thirteen in a Series
by Dr. Greg Shepard DON'T LOOK UP!!
Stefan squatting 700 pounds and staring at his point straight ahead.
We get many photos for stories from major universities and fine high schools with athletes squatting with their eyes looking up at the ceiling. This is NOT CORRECT. Coaches state these instructions for one simple reason. They don't want any athlete to look down and cause a rounded-back-Ieaning-forward problem. A far superior way of stating this coaching point is, "Look straight ahead-fix your eyes on a point straight ahead." This is superior for several reasons. First, it is far more comfortable. Second, it is safer as far as balance is concerned. Third, you can squat more. Fourth, an athlete runs, blocks, tackles, etc. with his eyes straight ahead. Duplicate this position when you squat.
Obviously, it is dangerous to tackle a ball carrier with the head down. It is also dangerous to squat with the head down. However, it would be absurd to attempt a tackle while looking up at the sky. Therefore, when you say "Look up" just have that mean: "Look at a point straight ahead." You should fix on that point in the upright position. Then, take a huge deep breath and stare intently at that point throughout the entire movement. Stare at it all the way down and all the way up. This is superior squatting technique. For more complete information, you may rent or purchase our brand new video which fully illustrates the BFS squatting technique on the "Core Program" video.
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