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Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 2:30 am
by MoscowBarbell
My butt wink is getting out of control as I go heavier. What is your go-to hip opener?
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 3:15 am
by RusTitan
90/90 sit. It targets internal and external rotation simultaneously. Do it daily.
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 4:00 am
by IronBearRU
Pigeon stretch is a classic for a reason. Really helps with glute tightness.
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 5:20 am
by RedSteel92
Check your ankle dorsiflexion too. Most people think it's hips, but it starts at the feet.
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 5:50 am
by SlavPower
Cossack squats for a dynamic warmup. Gets the adductors loose.
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 6:45 am
by MoscowBarbell
My ankles are okay, definitely the hips feeling locked. 90/90 seems painful lol.
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 7:30 am
by RusTitan
It should be uncomfortable, not painful. Use your hands for support at first.
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 8:20 am
by IronBearRU
Also, try Goblet Squats with a pause at the bottom to force the position.
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 9:05 am
by RedSteel92
Weighted prying in the bottom of the squat is money.
Re: Hip Mobility for Deep Squats
Posted: Sun Jan 25, 2026 9:40 am
by MoscowBarbell
I will start implementing these. How long should I hold the stretches?