How to Stop Knee Cracking & Popping When Squatting

🎥 Why Your Knees Crack When You Squat (and How to Fix It!) Do your knees sound like popcorn when you squat? You’re not alone. Knee cracking (aka crepitus) is incredibly common—and while it’s often harmless, it can also be a sign of movement dysfunction or early-stage patellofemoral syndrome, especially if pain is present. In this video, Dr. Aaron Horschig breaks down exactly why your knees make noise during movements like squats, lunges, and stairs—and what to do about it. You’ll learn: ✅ The most common causes of knee popping ✅ How to warm up correctly to protect your knees ✅ Mobility & stability drills to reduce noise and pain ✅ When cracking is harmless—and when it’s a red flag Whether you're an athlete or just trying to stay healthy in the gym, this step-by-step guide will help you move better, lift stronger, and squat without worrying about your knees. 📘 Fix injuries & rebuild strength the right way: Get my book Rebuilding Milo ➡️ https://www.amazon.com/Rebuilding-Mil... 📗 Master the squat: Get The Squat Bible ➡️ https://www.amazon.com/Squat-Bible-Ul... 🔔 Subscribe for more tips on technique, rehab & mobility:    / squatuniversity   Get olympic weightlifting programming (part 1): https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/w... Get olympic weightlifting programming (part 2): https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/w... ____________________________________ Dr. Aaron Horschig is the founder of SquatUniversity.com. A physical therapist, coach, speaker, and author of 'The Squat Bible', Dr. Horschig is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He works with such athletes as international soccer players, MLB and NFL athletes, national-level Olympic weightlifters, and youth athletes. #KneePain #CrackingKnees #SquatForm #SquatUniversity #RehabTips #Mobility #FixKnees #PoppingKnees #PatellofemoralPain Connect with SquatUniversity: Visit the website: http://www.squatuniversity.com Like the Facebook page:   / squatunivers.  . Follow on Twitter:   / squatuniversity   Follow on SnapChat: @aaronhorschig Follow on Instagram:   / squat_university