Tip: Squat Like a CAT
Use this training method to perfect your technique and build explosiveness out of the hole.
July 2
Uncomplicated Barbell Strength
Want to boost your big three? Use CAT squats, T-shirt benches, and paused deads. Here's how.
June 27
Tip: The Case for Smith Machine Squats
If your main goal is building big quads, then it's perfectly fine (and perfectly safe) to use the Smith machine. Here's why.
June 25
Tip: The One Lift to Focus On
Want to build full-body strength? Do this lift twice per week.
May 30
Tip: Do This Medball Exercise Before Squats
Get your central nervous system ready for heavy squats by doing this simple exercise first.
Tip: Choose Your Own Squat
You have permission to do any type of squat that feels right to you, no matter what the squat Nazis say. Here's why.
May 29
Tip: Bad Ankles, Bad Squat?
What are your ankles doing when you squat? It's important. Here's why.
May 28
Tip: Explode, Then Squat
Do this explosive movement before barbell squats and you'll lift more weight.
May 25
Tip: In Defense of the Partial Squat
Think full range of motion is the only right way to squat? This may change your mind.
May 24
Tip: Two Squat Variations You Need to Try
Squat multiple times per week for best results, but be smart about it with these load and style variations.
May 23
Tip: Are You Squat-Focused or Hinge-Focused?
Take this quick test to find out. The result will determine how you should best train work capacity.
May 22
Tip: Solid Walk-Out, Solid Squat
Five things to pay attention to before you do your first rep.
May 21
Tip: One Method to Fix Your Squat
There's a lot to pay attention to when you squat, but one training method gets everything working correctly. Check it out.
May 20
Tip: Hands-Free Front Squat
This lift is a teaching tool. It helps you find the sweet spot for bar placement on regular front squats, and it teaches you to keep the elbows high.
May 16
Tip: Do The Double Pause Squat
Fix your technique and turn up the time under tension with this brutal variation.
May 14
The Squat: 10 Damn Good Tips
Squats aren't all that simple, but these recommendations are. Get under the bar and squat right with these tips.
May 9
Tip: One and One-Fourth Squat
This is a great technique if your main goal is hypertrophy. Make each set last 30-40 seconds.
May 8
Tip: Paused Squat, Dimitri Klokov
Paused squats are effective for developing absolute strength. Here's Dimitri Klokov performing them with an ungodly amount of weight.
May 7
Tip: Box Squatting – An Overview
Just about everything you need to know about one of the best squat variations out there.
April 12
Tip: The Leg Day Warm Up You Need
Squat more and get injured less with this simple warm up.