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 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.
April 12
Tip: The Leg Day Warm Up You Need
Squat more and get injured less with this simple warm up.
April 10
Tip: Death to Super Deep Squats
Parallel is better for strength, power, and pain-free gains. Here's why.
March 31
Tip: The Core Squat
Here's how to turn a squat into a very challenging core exercise.
March 19
Tip: The Heavy Goblet Squat
Use this special setup and make this so-called fluffy exercise into a real strength builder. Here's how.
March 10
Tip: Do This Before Heavy Squats
Fire up your central nervous system and recruit a monster amount of muscle fibers with this movement.
March 9
Tip: Hip Thrust for a Stronger Squat
Can this butt-building exercise actually improve your back squat? Researchers have taken a look. You may be surprised.
March 7
Tip: The Best Squat Variation You're Not Using
Build your legs, boost your regular squat, and work around injuries with this butt-busting variation.
February 20
Tip: Squatting Misses This Leg Muscle
Squats rock, but they actually don't give you complete quad development. Here's what gets skipped and what exercise will fix it.
5 Alternatives to a Painful Squat
If squatting causes pain in your low back, knees, or shoulders, try one of these pain-free exercises that'll still get you big and strong.
February 13
Tip: Fix That Butt Wink!
Do you tuck your tail when you squat? Not good. Here’s how to fix it.
February 7
The Squat Is Overrated
The squat is a great exercise, no doubt. But research shows that, for bodybuilding, it misses a lot of leg muscles. You need these exercises too.
February 1
Tip: Are Overhead Squats Right For You?
Good movement, but not for most people. And it's the worst squat for leg growth. Here's why.