August 17
Tip: Control Your Squat
Some lifters have great mobility, but low control when it comes to squats. Here's what they need to know.
August 16
Tip: Overhead Press, Front Squat Challenge
Start with 10 presses and 20 front squats. On the next set, do as many presses as you can, then double that number for front squats. Continue until jacked.
August 8
Tip: Fix Your Ankle Mobility For Deeper Squats
The inability to go deep with squats is often caused by ankle issues, not hip issues. Here's how to fix that right up.
August 4
Tip: The Modified Belt Squat
An upper body injury can even make traditional squats impossible. The fix? Belt squats.
August 1
Tip: The 4 Squat Progressions
Should you start your squatting career with a bar on your back? Probably not. Instead, follow this progression.
July 28
Simple But Brutal: The Workout Plan
Make it easier to build muscle by doing brutally hard things, like 20-rep squats. Here's your complete 6-week plan.
July 11
Tip: Two Tricks for Perfect Squats
Here's how to quickly fix your ugly squat and perfect your form.
July 6
Tip: Hip Hinge vs. Squat, Know the Difference
If you get these movement patterns mixed up, your deadlift, KB swing, and RDL will do more harm than good. Here's what you need to know.
July 3
Tip: Squat + Calf Raise
Use this exercise combo with higher reps (8 or more) to build your calves and boost athletic performance.
June 24
Tip: Counterbalance Cossack Squat
Boost your lower body mobility with this weighted drill.
June 23
Tip: The Cossack Squat
Master this movement and deep squats will be no problem for you.
June 22
Tip: The Tempo Squat
For 40-60 seconds, squat constant-tension style: no pauses or lockouts at the top. Take 2-3 seconds to go down and 2-3 seconds to come back up.
Tip: Get Better at Squatting With This Drill
Here's a move to help you fix your unstable squat. Check it out.
June 19
Tip: The Zercher Squat
It's one of those things that only the REALLY dedicated lifters do. The Zercher squat is as effective as it is painful. Try it.
June 18
Tip: The Squat Machine That Actually Works
Master the belt squat, build your legs, and boost your regular squat and deadlift numbers. Here's how.
June 17
Tip: The Wide-Stance Box Squat
Target your hips and hams with this type of squat. It'll help you get out of the hole when you squat without a box.
June 15
Tip: A Better Way to Jump Squat
It's a common plyometric exercise with athletes, but there's a better, safer way to do it. Check it out.
June 5
Tip: The 5 Squat Commandments
How much should you be able to squat? That info and more here.
May 28
Tip: The Very Best Low-Body Mobility Exercise
If you're only going to do one mobility drill to improve your squat, this should be it.