On Mark Rippetoes program I started messing up really bad on the squat. When it started getting heavy my lower back was taking a toll even with a belt. So I read this great article here:
Testosterone Nation - 10 Tips for Flawless Squattin'
that has helped me make my squatting technique almost perfect. I didn't even know the back needed an arch and the chest needed to be out and all sorts of things. I also decided to ditch the foam padding because it gives you a forward lean and I don't use a belt any more either.
Earlier today, after my squats I was surprised that my back was not sore. I think I did something like this today all the squat. I go ATG also which I recommend because if you only go halfway and then up, in my opinion, puts alot of stress on your knees.
Warmup - Bar weight, under 100 pounds to practice technique
Set 1- 95 Pounds, 10 reps
Set 2- 115 Pounds, 8 reps
Set 3- 135 Pounds, 6 reps
Set 4- 155 Pounds, 4 reps
Set 5- 175 pounds, 2 reps (yeah more then my bodyweight
)
So I guess I helped myself in the long run. I hope others get something out of that article too.
Testosterone Nation - 10 Tips for Flawless Squattin'
that has helped me make my squatting technique almost perfect. I didn't even know the back needed an arch and the chest needed to be out and all sorts of things. I also decided to ditch the foam padding because it gives you a forward lean and I don't use a belt any more either.
Earlier today, after my squats I was surprised that my back was not sore. I think I did something like this today all the squat. I go ATG also which I recommend because if you only go halfway and then up, in my opinion, puts alot of stress on your knees.
Warmup - Bar weight, under 100 pounds to practice technique
Set 1- 95 Pounds, 10 reps
Set 2- 115 Pounds, 8 reps
Set 3- 135 Pounds, 6 reps
Set 4- 155 Pounds, 4 reps
Set 5- 175 pounds, 2 reps (yeah more then my bodyweight
)So I guess I helped myself in the long run. I hope others get something out of that article too.
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