Table 5 Evaluation Criteria of the Small Single Leg Squat

1. Criteria

The performance of the movement should come initially from the knee joint and not from the hip joint. Continuous movement following the initial one may cause a small hip joint flection.

2. Criteria

The hip joint should remain stable in rotation, abduction and extension. Pelvis and the upper part of the body should not change from their initial position.

3. Criteria

The vertical axis of the length of the leg should remain straight. A genu varum or a valgum should not occur. The patella should point in the direction of the third metatarsale.

4. Criteria

If intermittent support is necessary with the hand against the wall or with the foot on the floor, the component is considered as incorrect. If additional support needed throughout the entire exercise, the component is valued as: > 2 incorrect criteria