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What is Knee Valgus?
The inward collapse of the knees during squatting or jumping.
In context
Knee Valgus is a key concept in biomechanics. The inward collapse of the knees during squatting or jumping. Knowing what it means — and how it connects to the rest of your training — turns it from jargon into something you can actually use in the gym.
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Related biomechanics terms
Common questions.
What does knee valgus mean?
The inward collapse of the knees during squatting or jumping.
What category does knee valgus belong to?
Knee Valgus is a term from biomechanics in strength and fitness training. Browse more biomechanics terms in the Nishaana glossary.
Why does knee valgus matter for training?
Understanding knee valgus helps you train and program more deliberately — it is one of the ideas that separates guessing from a real, repeatable system.
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