November 29
Kickstand Back Squats
Check out this single-leg movement that provides all the benefits of unilateral work while still allowing you to go heavy.
October 17
Violent Jump Squats for Dense Muscle Growth
Doing jump squats will make you powerful while recruiting fast-twitch fibers and giving you dense, muscular legs. Here’s what you need to know.
October 11
Squats for Those Who Can't Squat
Busted-up veteran lifters often have to abandon the back squat. But they may not need to. Try these variations to keep the leg growth coming.
October 8
Leg Curl First, Squat Later
Squats rule, but doing hamstring curls first will make your legs even bigger and your squats even stronger. Here’s why.
September 20
Squat, Deadlift & Bench Options for Big Gains
Always going heavy on the Big 3 can lead to injury and stagnation. Here how to lighten your loads and keep getting better.
September 19
Are Bulgarian Squats Superior to Regular Squats?
Could the Bulgarian squat be better than the King of Exercises? Ben Bruno makes his case.
August 21
Expose Your Weaknesses to Get Strong!
Targeting weak links builds strength, helps you achieve structural balance, and prolongs your lifting career. Here’s how to do it.
August 19
Squat Like a Champion
Squats aren't for everyone, at least not right away. Here's how to systematically work your way up to squatting like a champion.
August 12
7 Squat Dilemmas Solved
Squat stance, knee flare, bar placement, hip and knee break, foot position. Find out what works best for you.
July 18
Do You Need to Squat Deeply?
Everyone says deep squatting is the only way to go. But is that right for your goals? Find out here.
June 27
40 Squat Workouts in 8 Weeks
To make fast gains in the squat you have to squat more frequently - a lot more frequently. Here's how to make it work.
June 13
20 Reps with a 10 Rep Max
Build muscle and shed fat in 20 minutes with this new rest-pause workout... if you don't pass out first.
June 3
Master the Squat
900-pound squatter Dave Tate shows you how to smash your squat plateau... if you can handle it.
May 24
Injured? Squat and Deadlift Anyway
Don't let an injury keep you from doing the big lifts. With these variations, you won't lose an ounce of muscle size or strength.
May 14
4 Maxims For Squatting Excellence
Four squatting rules that will fix your form and help you set a new PR fast.
May 6
7 Reasons to Squat Like a Man
Seven great reasons to go deep.
May 3
Stop Doing Corrective Exercises!
Are people taking the ideas of correct exercise too far? This coach says so. Check it out.
April 29
6 Truths About Squats
Should you squat butt to calves? High bar or low bar? What about elevating the heels? Foot placement? Tempo? It's all here in this article.
March 7
4 Stronger Squat Exercises
Exercise solutions to all your squatting problems.