9 Common Lifting Tactics That Can Ruin Your Squat

Think you're squatting correctly? You might be using these common tactics that are actually sabotaging your squat. Starting Strength Coach Phil Meggers breaks down 9 mistakes that could be holding you back - and how to fix them.

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