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Originally Posted by Giccin
... why the hell are there so many "correct" ways to do a squat.
I'm a bit confused on whether or not I'm maximizing my squats. >:/
Like what? You ask? Well there's that... Shoulder width apart and knees not bent past 90 degrees and then there's like.. you can be beyond shoulder width apart and squat as long as your knees don't go past the toes of your feet.
So which one is which?
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I recommend an experienced coach to learn this lift and its variants.
This and the dead lift will use the heaviest weights. One can suffer serious injury doing squats incorrectly. These injuries can be permanent and can trouble you for a lifetime.
Your quads and glutes can handle a lot of weight. But, with a squat the lifter must support that weight with her upper body, which is hard on the spine, etc.
Perhaps somewhat safer would be dead lifts. At least here, the weight is below your waist. But again, correct form is imperative.
Consider a hip sled or leg press machine. Probably safer for your back.
In any event, you might wish to avoid focusing on power; instead, focus on endurance using high reps, and comparatively low weight.
Your body is young and, presumably, "intact." You want to keep it that way. It surprises the young to discover just how easy it is to permanently damage their healthy body. Really heavy weights impose a great deal of stress on one's muscles, ligaments, tendons, and even bones. A slight wobble or misstep with a heavy weight can tear something easily.
These heavy lifts are dangerous. They warrant the expense of some expert instruction.
Stay safe, Giccin.
