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For those that barbell squat, why not just deadlift instead, especially the trap-bar deadlift? It's safer, it works the hip hinge which is probably more critical for athletic performance, and it doesn't put a signficant compression load on your spine and knees.
You can do pistol squats for the range of motion and to work on unilateral stability if you desire. Deadlift seems more natural than placing a massive weight on your back that you can only utilize if you have a rack.
Even a Zercher squat seems like it's more natural than a barbell back squat. At the end of the day, it's your spine, and ultimately your body, but I just thought I would throw that out there.
For those that barbell squat, why not just deadlift instead, especially the trap-bar deadlift? It's safer, it works the hip hinge which is probably more critical for athletic performance, and it doesn't put a signficant compression load on your spine and knees.
You can do pistol squats for the range of motion and to work on unilateral stability if you desire. Deadlift seems more natural than placing a massive weight on your back that you can only utilize if you have a rack.
Even a Zercher squat seems like it's more natural than a barbell back squat. At the end of the day, it's your spine, and ultimately your body, but I just thought I would throw that out there.
As far as squatting heavy, you certainly don't have to do it to be strong. Back squats just build a whole lot of strength and muscle in a whole lot of places. Personally I like deadlifts more than squats but I still like squatting heavy as it's just a great exercise that makes you very strong. Plus, I think it's better than deadlifts at exposing where you're weak and/or need mobility
I am still able to (back) squat 150.
I can deadlift 150
Again, i'm only 5'2, 20 years old so i'm not necessarily sure where to begin or if it's even possible. Reasonable?
yes, I'm 53 & back squat & deadlift over 200 lbs.
It just takes good programming & practice
I didn't read all the responses. I follow my trainers programming (so I'm not interested in other opinions).
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