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The Front Squat: Build Vital Strength and Flexibility

The Front Squat: Build Vital Strength and Flexibility

The Squat : Crucial For Strength and Flexibility

The Squat : Crucial For Strength and Flexibility

Back Squat

Back Squat

Back Squat For All

Back Squat For All

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How To Eat For Performance and Recovery

How To Eat For Performance and Recovery

Nutrition plays a critical role in determining both performance and recovery. Knowing what and when to eat can make a significant difference in an athlete's capabilities [...]

So, You Think You’re an “Olympic” Weightlifter?

So, You Think You’re an “Olympic” Weightlifter?

Harvey Newton shares some interesting insights into the proper use of terminology and how very few truly qualify as Olympic weightlifters. [...]

The Initial Pull from the Floor

The Initial Pull from the Floor

Coach David Miller shares his insights into the importance of the first pull in the snatch or the clean [...]

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FAQ

Effective squatting may produce increased hypertrophy of the quadriceps and gluteals.

The upper body is held isometrically while the hip and knee extensors perform the squatting motion.

To strengthen the lower body.

Treat the first few months of training as a time to learn technique, with light weights and repetitions in the 8-12 range. Gradually increase the weight used as the effort becomes easier.