{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Dr. JJ Thomas Podcast","title":"Squat Variations and Their Impact on Muscle Activation and Recovery","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":725,"description":"How can squats improve muscle activation and performance? In this episode, I break down the muscle activation patterns you need to know when it comes to different squat variations. I’ll discuss the key differences in quad and glute activation between split stance and single-leg squats, and why these insights are crucial for both clinicians and athletes. We also explore the clinical implications of knee over toe position, how to address common conditions like patellofemoral syndrome, and provide practical recommendations for exercise programming. Tune in to get expert tips that will help enhance your training or treatment plan!\nSources: \nhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4831851/\nhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31523343/\n========================\nGet A Free Copy Of My Book: 5 Things Your MUST do to Build a Successful Cash Based PT Practice:  This quick, easy-to-read guide is your no BS steps to what really works in building a Cash Based Physical Therapy business.\n👉 https://bit.ly/SuccessfulCashBasedBusinessebook\nFor more on our in person Physical Therapy continuing education classes, check out our Primal University 🎓 https://bit.ly/primaluniversityyt\n========================\nLearn More about Primal Physical Therapy 👉  https://bit.ly/primalphysicaltherapy\n========================\nWith over 20 years as a physical therapist, JJ’s passion for movement along with her unique experiences and training have shaped her into the successful clinician and educator she is.\nJJ graduated from the University of Delaware in 2000, which is now ranked as the #1 physical therapy school in the nation. She holds multiple certifications in a variety of advanced specialty techniques and methods, all of which complement her role as an expert clinician and educator. JJ has been certified in dry needling since 2009, and began instructing dry needling in 2012. She currently teaches for Evidence in Motion (EIM), and also independently lectures and trains other clinicians throughout the...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/p7PE35AbCFWkCJEKeotL96qYyUJ8J-7OkpCp1lIFg8k/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zYTNk/OGUzMDEzOWQ5ZDNi/NjE4Njk3OGFkOTQ3/OTI4MC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}