Proprioception, also often referred to as the sixth sense, was developed by the nervous system as a means to keep track of and control the different parts of the body. An example that enables one to best understand this sensory system is one showing what happens if this sensory system is no longer there.
The few coaching cues involved in the goblet squat more than suffice to get the job done: 1  Hold a weight against the chest. 2  Position your feet so your stance is a smidge outside shoulder-width, with your toes pointed slightly out. 3  Drop it like it's hot.  Go down as low as you can while keeping your feet flat on the floor.
Boyle recommends switching to dumbbells or kettlebells. Try using a goblet hold (in front of your chest) or simply hold them at armâs length next to your sides. These holds cause less back stress, but still work the same lower-body muscles. Ultimately, the decision to back squat or not to back squat is up to you. When Boyle announced that the conventional squat was dead, we didnât delete the exercise from Menâs Health exercise library. Many great strength coaches still effectively use the exercise, and wonât likely change their methods in the future.