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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

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Pressing Matters!

Pressing Matters!

Harvey Newton talks about the history of the Press and how to fit it into your workout. [...]

Gene Baker and the USSR Coaches’ “17 Things” List

Gene Baker and the USSR Coaches’ “17 Things” List

Zoom interview with former USA Weightlifting President Gene Baker, who developed the original version of the USAW coaching education products in the late 1980s [...]

Strengthening the Weightlifter’s Lower Back

Strengthening the Weightlifter’s Lower Back

Harvey Newton teaches how to develop the spinal erector muscles. [...]

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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.