beast o_0 This is coming from someone who has been doing this type of squat for the past 5 months and that weight is by no means an easy task. I know some people in the gym who only use the smith machine to squat but when they attempt to do free weight barbell squats they struggle big time. Aside from this dude having to sustain the weight in his traps he also has to balance the weight with his legs and basically lower back, that's why this type of squats can get you nicely built and strong.
Nice squats dude. I noticed at the bottom of the squat your but rounds a little. I find I do the same when going ass to grass. It's probably due to flexibility or body mechanics, but is it a bad thing?
@papajaba03 most people get this - I used to - it's due to flexibility in hips and strenght/activation in glutes - if you see a sports massage therapist ask them to test your glutes fire - you can sort the hip flexibility doing split squats (lunges, basically) - for glute firing you can use kettle bell swings, and "bridges" where you lay on the floor, make a bridge under your knees (butt and ankles) and then lift your butt off the floor. Hope this helps!!
@JordanSpecops123 I use stop squats, goblet squats, and regularly work the low, bottom position with and without weights. The key is to be consistent.
yeah i know what u mean. I don't have Bumper plates and i hate that..
But i have a question, how can i squat like u (ass to the grass deep) without rounding my back when i'm almost ass to the grass. I'm learning the olympic squat at the moment. Before that i squatted with a wider footposition.
@BnfPre Personally, I think learning the full, ass to grass, squats is about patience. Consistency, gradual progression (no egos), and working the deep position are your main tools. I literally was working the bottom position (without weights - sometimes referred to as the "third world squat") multiple times throughout the day....at work, at home, at play...but that's me. Happy training!
Just a question: why have a cage if you don't do the squat inside? I see this almost every time I watch a squat video when the person has a cage. Surely the most important time to have those safety pins is when doing 1 or 2RM's like this?
@George19881988 Thanks. I enjoy squatting outside the rack because I don't like the feeling of being in a "box". I know that sounds weird but I feel a sense of freedom from squatting in the open. The weights I have are bumper plates and I am squatting on a horse stall mat. I dump the bar right on the ground without any problems. I also don't squat too heavy and focus on movement.
@st00pidfart there are over 100 different ways to squat. and dozens of ways to position the feet. when you put them out wider it makes it easier, however in that case you handle a much heavier load in most cases. anyways, it is best to switch up your footing from time to time, will make your legs stronger and help break through plateaus
@adkzMitch Thanks! I do have weight lifting shoes but the particular ones I have, the heel is too high (VS Athletics). However, I have been able to squat deep with no heel after working on my ankle flexibility.
At last !!!!!! A proper squat !!!!! Great video for all sissies doing hacks and partials and westside barbell doing a science fiction squat that probably they saw it in planet Mars!!!
The westside Barbell utilizes BOTH partials (box squats) and Full ROM Squats. The purpose of the partials is to develop the CNS by emphasizing speed while the full squat increases maximum force. Combining both techniques allows an athlete to fire the maximal amount of muscle fibers in the least amount of time. To look at a testament to this type of training just youtube "frank yang" (deadlifted 500lbs and squatted 365 @ 160lbs)
@droctagon17 I enjoy squatting outside the rack because I don't like the feeling of being in a "box". I know that sounds weird but I feel a sense of freedom from squatting in the open. The weights I have are bumper plates and I am squatting on a horse stall mat. I dump the bar right on the ground without any problems. I also don't squat too heavy and focus on movement. Happy training Droctagon!
In all seriousness. How does the pressure of the bar across your upper back not hurt when dealing with high weights? Where is the optimal placement to reduce pain?
@Rattattattatt I put the bar on my traps. Before you start going up in weight, you should squat only weights that you can do in perfect form. With practice you will find that "sweet spot" on your traps that will bring you no pain.
@joeyyy7 Yeah! My friend told me about that book "Starting Strength" and I read the 70 pages dedicated to correct squats. I'm lovin' the new setup. Up to 175 3x5 with past parallel good form. It's really hard to hold my breath for all 5 reps though. Kepp on truckin'!
Yea seriously, if your knees don't track over your toes some, the weight on the bar is gonna pull you straight back onto your ass. Nice squat man, it's nice to see someone do it properly. So sick of seeing "Certified" trainers promoting parallel squats which put unnecessary stress on the knees when using heavy weights. Keep it up!
@eowdaoc it's definitely because of bar position, low bar squats, knee tracking over toes is a no no, high bar squats, different back angle, toe tracking.. ehh still makes my knees hurt when i see it, but this isn't too heavy.
@ilnn408 if your heels are firmly planted the whole time but your knees still track over toes, it's probably just a mechanical/genetic thing. length of femurs, etc.
@ManagFTW66 I don't have any knee problems. My knees do travel pass my toes though when I do Olympic Full Squats. Take a look at Tommy Kono's article on the full squat and knee position. --- Bottomline though, do what's right for you. Round peg, round hole.
@joeyyy7 what sort of stretches or hip mobility exercises did you do? at the moment i'm just doing a lot of hamstring, glute and hip flexor stretching. i am also doing supermans do learn to activate my lower back. i can't seem to squat much lower than parallel without a huge butt wink.
@bigbobabc123 I mostly do Goblet Squat and focus on squatting between my legs / heels. "Google" goblet squats and you'll see what I mean. Throughout the course of the day, I will often do goblet squats and sit in the low position. The low position will gradually come as your hips and ankles are frequently exposed to the this. Try it, I think it will be a big factor in your training goals.
@W4EAN I am no expert on the exact bleed over effects of full squats in relation to martial arts. However, both the full squat and one legged squat (pistol) require strength, flexibility, and balance --- as do martial arts. The best thing to do to get better at something is to become sports specific, i.e. - to be great at martial arts, do more martial arts; all other training is ancillary. Happy training.
@W4EAN well one legged for you and then weighted one leg squats with a weighted vest!! it'll give you a crazy boost in your vert strength and quickness of the feet!! it does for me at least!
@kingdillon yeah, well it happened to me once, as i was new to squatting and overdid it with weight, tried to end the set with ten, los balance and fell, but there is a rack or smth to prevent the bar falling on you! and i lost it cause i was afraid that i would loose it! it needs confidence and focus!! do it! it is great!
that was a great lift for someboy of ur lenth and stature. long leggs, lean muscle. Just remember that ur not one of those stocky beefy meatheads that can squat a thousand pounds SO, my point being if u dont already u should train cardio with moderate weight and just rpped to shreds cuz thats ur body type. nice lift. again.
@specie44 Thanks. I do just that. I lift because I enjoy lifting. My goal has never been to get "beefy". I believe in balance of strength & endurance. Furthermore, I never concern myself with how much weight I lift or I much I weigh. Healthy, strong, and a little inner peace is what I seek.
@joeyyy7 have you heard of crossfit? it made my endurance go up like crazy and my strength too :) there are people there who have amazing endurance and can squat/dead 400.
Every since I started doing ATG squats a few years ago, not only did I not get any knee problems, but the ones I used to have went away. I can still get the occassional knee injury in football, but I have never gotten one bad thing from squating.
Thats just to add my personal experience as someone who struggled with knee issues for most of my 20s.
great depth, the one thing that worries me a little is how far forward your knees are coming. when your heels come off the floor like that, your knees are coming too far forward, and that can put some serious stress on the patellar, especially when the weight gets up there, just something to keep in mind, otherwise nice lift
@nabhanda Thanks for the input. Check out Tommy Kono's Olympic Squat techniques reference knee alignment. It will give you a different perspective on how far the knees go forward of the toes.
@SGTcrackey666 I can't give you a black and white answer. Me personally, my knees track over my toes and even pass a little over. Check out an expert's take on the Olympic High Bar Squat, the great, Tommy Kono. Just google it. He has a good article with diagrams and all. Happy training.
@Zlaterrr Thanks. I do have some weightlifting shoes however, I have been squatting barefoot (or in my Five Fingers) and it really keeps my heels grounded.
if you have the lower back flexability and mobility to squat ass to grass then that fine.. squat as low as you can without lettting your lubar spine deviate from it natural curve. once it starts to round that your limit.. depth is different for everyone on the squat.. maybe a little to deep on this video imo as the lumbar spine is rounding at the bottom but if you can train this way without injury in the long run then why not... good video
I'm 36 and have bad knees. I can not squat to 90, it hurts my knees to do that. As a result, II gave up squatting for a couple of years until I learned to do them ass to grass. My knees have never felt better. Hamstrings-on-calves squatting has actually improved my knee function!
I am so angry with all those people who told me to stop at 90. Worst advice I ever got.
I was just reading a "common mistakes/myths" in regards to working out. One of them was about squats, and it said squats above or equal to parallel are worse for your knees than going all the way down. I youtubed a full squat just to get an idea of what it should look like, and saw some comments about him going too low... The article I was reading said ass-to-the-grass is far more effective and safe.
@shhsilentbeatz I personally believe in full range of motion and subscribe to the "ass to grass" method of squatting. There are differences of opinions on both the full squat and parallel squat. As far as knee problems, I have been squatting deep and injury free for a long time. Maybe it's because I'm short...LOL....Happy training.
its a myth that going low on squats puts too much stress on your knees.
in reality when u stop at parallel (or above) u use ur knees and quads to stop the motion which puts a lot of stress on your knees.
when u go ATG on squats ur natural stretch reflex and glutes/hams are utilised to stop the motion which completely takes all the stress from the knees
people who dont squat ATG are either pussies or just have huge egos and dont wanna lower the weight
@shhsilentbeatz The exact opposite is true. If you stop half way you're putting stress on your knees. Try it. Squat half way down then stop yourself. The pressure shifts to your knees when you make that stop. Now go all the way down until you can't go anymore. The pressure is now diverted to your hips.
@shhsilentbeatz I think knees-forward puts strain on the knees, but not if you point them out (kinda like the guy in the video does, except maybe a bit more)
@shhsilentbeatz OF course it doesn't... When you stop in the middle of a FULL squat, you stop in a position where the knees takes its most stress... Ergo. You are applying even more stress to it...
@shhsilentbeatz read "Starting Strength" by Mark Rippetoe and you'll learn that squatting below parallel is actually healthier for your knees. (to paraphrase) Hitting below parallel engages the hamstrings and strengthens muscles and ligaments in your knees. I learned so much from that book, technique and mechanics. Check it out!
His technique is not perfect. I will admit it's much better than most and close to perfect but, if you look at his left heel, it comes up when he goes all the way down. Basically, he's shifting his weight to the front of his foot, effectively reducing the effectiveness of his squat. I see this mistake happening at pretty much every gym that I go to and it takes much practice to keep it from happening. You should always push up with your heels during the barbell squat or the deadlift.
@RogerRussianLa Thanks Roger. The weights are Kraigburg Bumper Plates. They are designed for Olympic Weight Lifting. Look them up in Google. Take care...
@asmith123455 Squatting deep, outside of a rack feels awesome. Besides, he's using bumper plates. If he can't make a rep he can just let the weight drop off his back.
Ever have any problems with your knees after doing full squats? I'm afraid If i do them full i might develop problems later on in life (even if I have good form)
Question about form, when I squat ATG, I have the same thing happen as you do. At the very bottom of the movement, my lower back/butt starts to curl under me as yours does and I lose my arch, is that ok form still?
For me personally, it works. I think some of the "tuck" is related to body structure and not necessarily a bad thing. My back is very tense and neutral throughout the squat. I never had a squat related injury. I always go full range and know my limitations. ALSO, these days I have been squatting barefoot. I feel a lot more solid doing ATG barefeet.
atg is easier, the bounce at the bottom is easier than just parallel
track400meters1 3 weeks ago
@track400meters1 Not really, its actually harder to get out of the hole when you're below parallel. Even with the bounce its still harder
ltdshred1 1 week ago
is that in kg or pounds?
brraatt 3 weeks ago
Awesome nice and deep bro, great technique
BigKrash 1 month ago
22 people squat too high.
captainjosue 1 month ago
Very good congrat brother keep going..:)
Dostowjesky 1 month ago
beast o_0 This is coming from someone who has been doing this type of squat for the past 5 months and that weight is by no means an easy task. I know some people in the gym who only use the smith machine to squat but when they attempt to do free weight barbell squats they struggle big time. Aside from this dude having to sustain the weight in his traps he also has to balance the weight with his legs and basically lower back, that's why this type of squats can get you nicely built and strong.
1lluminado 2 months ago
Nice squats dude. I noticed at the bottom of the squat your but rounds a little. I find I do the same when going ass to grass. It's probably due to flexibility or body mechanics, but is it a bad thing?
papajaba03 2 months ago
@papajaba03 Some people call it a "buttwink." I've heard it's natural and is not a bad thing at all.
I read that on the brozknows channel.
djacklowery 1 month ago
@papajaba03 most people get this - I used to - it's due to flexibility in hips and strenght/activation in glutes - if you see a sports massage therapist ask them to test your glutes fire - you can sort the hip flexibility doing split squats (lunges, basically) - for glute firing you can use kettle bell swings, and "bridges" where you lay on the floor, make a bridge under your knees (butt and ankles) and then lift your butt off the floor. Hope this helps!!
swilliams2007 4 weeks ago
@JBohnslav and you would know it sounds like that wouldnt u, phaggot.
Born2Punch 2 months ago
Good strength, man, but why aren't you doing it inside that nice cage?
slider2699 3 months ago
Was that a crying baby, or him?
DistortedBrain 3 months ago 35
@DistortedBrain No, it's me...straining.
joeyyy7 3 months ago
@joeyyy7 Haha well anyways props, thats some serious weight, especially for your size. 2 plate is enough for me
DistortedBrain 3 months ago
What did you do to increase ankle mobility??
JordanSpecops123 3 months ago
@JordanSpecops123 I use stop squats, goblet squats, and regularly work the low, bottom position with and without weights. The key is to be consistent.
joeyyy7 3 months ago
@joeyyy7 Oh okay. I thought that you did individual work for your ankle.
JordanSpecops123 3 months ago
That are never 240Kg and you all know that...!! But of course a very nice squat technique!!
BnfPre 3 months ago
@BnfPre Pounds my friends...thanks though...
joeyyy7 3 months ago
@joeyyy7
bumper plates make it look big right? ;)
Don't you do deadlifts ?
BnfPre 3 months ago
@BnfPre It does but that's not why I use them. I love to dead lift as well. I am just a fan of basic barbell exercises. ;-)
joeyyy7 3 months ago
@joeyyy7
yeah i know what u mean. I don't have Bumper plates and i hate that..
But i have a question, how can i squat like u (ass to the grass deep) without rounding my back when i'm almost ass to the grass. I'm learning the olympic squat at the moment. Before that i squatted with a wider footposition.
Make a video of doing Deadlift plz ;).
BnfPre 3 months ago
@BnfPre Personally, I think learning the full, ass to grass, squats is about patience. Consistency, gradual progression (no egos), and working the deep position are your main tools. I literally was working the bottom position (without weights - sometimes referred to as the "third world squat") multiple times throughout the day....at work, at home, at play...but that's me. Happy training!
joeyyy7 3 months ago
Just a question: why have a cage if you don't do the squat inside? I see this almost every time I watch a squat video when the person has a cage. Surely the most important time to have those safety pins is when doing 1 or 2RM's like this?
Still, nice lifting!
George19881988 3 months ago
@George19881988 Thanks. I enjoy squatting outside the rack because I don't like the feeling of being in a "box". I know that sounds weird but I feel a sense of freedom from squatting in the open. The weights I have are bumper plates and I am squatting on a horse stall mat. I dump the bar right on the ground without any problems. I also don't squat too heavy and focus on movement.
joeyyy7 3 months ago
240k? or 240lbs?
pear928 3 months ago
@pear928 Pounds sir...pounds...
joeyyy7 3 months ago
Legs are too close together.
TheOwens23 3 months ago
@TheOwens23 His feet are shoulder width. Which are fine. These are olympic squats not powerlifting squats
JordanSpecops123 3 months ago
nice mate
Lass3DK 3 months ago
Why do you have your feet so close together? Someone correct me if i'm wrong.
st00pidfart 4 months ago
@st00pidfart there are over 100 different ways to squat. and dozens of ways to position the feet. when you put them out wider it makes it easier, however in that case you handle a much heavier load in most cases. anyways, it is best to switch up your footing from time to time, will make your legs stronger and help break through plateaus
EtchedInOak 4 months ago
240 wow,i cen do jus 40 :D
siikais5 5 months ago
wow! amazing!
but why dont you wear weight lifting shoes?
adkzMitch 5 months ago
@adkzMitch Thanks! I do have weight lifting shoes but the particular ones I have, the heel is too high (VS Athletics). However, I have been able to squat deep with no heel after working on my ankle flexibility.
joeyyy7 5 months ago
why would someone dislike this ?
america101010 5 months ago
Tremendous squat. Keep up the work fella....I'm gonna show this to my trainees for good squat form!
LunchtimeLoonies 5 months ago
Great Job
travis296 5 months ago
18 people can't squat 240 ATG.
heroinjapan 5 months ago 7
@heroinjapan lol I'm sure MUCH more than 18 people can't squat 240 atg
6mclovin 2 months ago
really good bro
ballzyification 6 months ago
@ballzyification Thanks!
joeyyy7 5 months ago
good squat.
MrLmfao1989 6 months ago
At last !!!!!! A proper squat !!!!! Great video for all sissies doing hacks and partials and westside barbell doing a science fiction squat that probably they saw it in planet Mars!!!
Nippon1971 6 months ago
@Nippon1971 Take it to the basement!
joeyyy7 5 months ago
@Nippon1971
The westside Barbell utilizes BOTH partials (box squats) and Full ROM Squats. The purpose of the partials is to develop the CNS by emphasizing speed while the full squat increases maximum force. Combining both techniques allows an athlete to fire the maximal amount of muscle fibers in the least amount of time. To look at a testament to this type of training just youtube "frank yang" (deadlifted 500lbs and squatted 365 @ 160lbs)
SweetandSaltyNutbars 5 months ago
@Nippon1971
well said nip:
1521joe 4 months ago
lol i love those kind of plates. they make it look like you're squatting 500
mojomatt176 7 months ago
@mojomatt176 528 lbs
bogdan135 4 months ago
you sound like you've been listening to Eckhart Tolle with all this talk about "ego" and "inner peace". I listen to him as well and enjoy lifting!
asklyar 7 months ago
Great form mate, good job on getting in there and getting it done! Do you still train now?
samueljev 7 months ago
@samueljev Absolutely. Training is like sleep for me. You just have to do it. Happy training!
joeyyy7 7 months ago
that was awesome man great form
BlackBinLaden7 7 months ago
@BlackBinLaden7 Thanks!
joeyyy7 7 months ago
Hey, why don't you squat in the squat rack?
droctagon17 8 months ago
@droctagon17 I enjoy squatting outside the rack because I don't like the feeling of being in a "box". I know that sounds weird but I feel a sense of freedom from squatting in the open. The weights I have are bumper plates and I am squatting on a horse stall mat. I dump the bar right on the ground without any problems. I also don't squat too heavy and focus on movement. Happy training Droctagon!
joeyyy7 8 months ago 3
@joeyyy7 I feel the same way, I don't like to feel like I am boxed in and being to close to the mirror throws me off.
kidkful 7 months ago
In all seriousness. How does the pressure of the bar across your upper back not hurt when dealing with high weights? Where is the optimal placement to reduce pain?
Rattattattatt 8 months ago
@Rattattattatt I put the bar on my traps. Before you start going up in weight, you should squat only weights that you can do in perfect form. With practice you will find that "sweet spot" on your traps that will bring you no pain.
joeyyy7 8 months ago 2
@joeyyy7 Yeah! My friend told me about that book "Starting Strength" and I read the 70 pages dedicated to correct squats. I'm lovin' the new setup. Up to 175 3x5 with past parallel good form. It's really hard to hold my breath for all 5 reps though. Kepp on truckin'!
Rattattattatt 7 months ago
perfect squat! nice to see one of these at 240 lbs instead of the idiots doing half reps with 400.
Kaijed 8 months ago 3
@Kaijed Thanks! The joy of using full range of motion is addicting. Check the egos at the door and drop your squats to the basement. Happy training!
joeyyy7 8 months ago 3
@joeyyy7 when you go jump and push yourself, do u feel any strain on your lower back?
MrZenic 8 months ago
@MrZenic I don't. I am very careful to not let my ego dictate my weight lifting workouts. I have been fortunate to be healthy all around.
joeyyy7 8 months ago
@Kaijed It's 240 KG.
victim1z3d 7 months ago
Is that lbs or kilos?? It looked real light, but those weights look like 240 kg.
thesix107 8 months ago
@thesix107 Pounds.
joeyyy7 8 months ago
@Eowdaoc
Yea seriously, if your knees don't track over your toes some, the weight on the bar is gonna pull you straight back onto your ass. Nice squat man, it's nice to see someone do it properly. So sick of seeing "Certified" trainers promoting parallel squats which put unnecessary stress on the knees when using heavy weights. Keep it up!
ktwdrummer 9 months ago
good squat bruh atg all day
FragmentGaming 9 months ago
id like to see anyone do a full olympic squat without the knees tracking over the toes a little. it's physically impossible.
eowdaoc 9 months ago
@eowdaoc it's definitely because of bar position, low bar squats, knee tracking over toes is a no no, high bar squats, different back angle, toe tracking.. ehh still makes my knees hurt when i see it, but this isn't too heavy.
ilnn408 8 months ago
@ilnn408 if your heels are firmly planted the whole time but your knees still track over toes, it's probably just a mechanical/genetic thing. length of femurs, etc.
eowdaoc 8 months ago 2
true..they hurt my knees at age 46
ManagFTW66 9 months ago
hows ur knees? they seem to travel over the toes alot..imo
ManagFTW66 9 months ago
@ManagFTW66 I don't have any knee problems. My knees do travel pass my toes though when I do Olympic Full Squats. Take a look at Tommy Kono's article on the full squat and knee position. --- Bottomline though, do what's right for you. Round peg, round hole.
joeyyy7 9 months ago
what's not to like in this vid? why are there even dislikes...
xuanfam 9 months ago
nice squats brah
InvertedHorizon 9 months ago
NIce form
HissMMA 10 months ago
how did you build flexibility to go that low without butt winking at all?
bigbobabc123 1 year ago
@bigbobabc123 Gradual progression.
joeyyy7 1 year ago 2
@joeyyy7 what sort of stretches or hip mobility exercises did you do? at the moment i'm just doing a lot of hamstring, glute and hip flexor stretching. i am also doing supermans do learn to activate my lower back. i can't seem to squat much lower than parallel without a huge butt wink.
bigbobabc123 1 year ago
@bigbobabc123 I mostly do Goblet Squat and focus on squatting between my legs / heels. "Google" goblet squats and you'll see what I mean. Throughout the course of the day, I will often do goblet squats and sit in the low position. The low position will gradually come as your hips and ankles are frequently exposed to the this. Try it, I think it will be a big factor in your training goals.
joeyyy7 1 year ago 2
@bigbobabc123 high bar position+squatting shoes (elevated heel) make it possible for just about anybody.
FudgeTunneler 10 months ago
hey, can u tell me which is harder the one legged squat or this kind of training and wich one better for stand up martial arts ? 10x :)
W4EAN 1 year ago
@W4EAN I am no expert on the exact bleed over effects of full squats in relation to martial arts. However, both the full squat and one legged squat (pistol) require strength, flexibility, and balance --- as do martial arts. The best thing to do to get better at something is to become sports specific, i.e. - to be great at martial arts, do more martial arts; all other training is ancillary. Happy training.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@W4EAN well one legged for you and then weighted one leg squats with a weighted vest!! it'll give you a crazy boost in your vert strength and quickness of the feet!! it does for me at least!
alejandrothefader 11 months ago
wow!!!! deceptively strong! fuck!!!
CWA1982 1 year ago
thats pretty good. im afraid to squat cause im scared ill lose balance and fall :P haha
kingdillon 1 year ago
@kingdillon yeah, well it happened to me once, as i was new to squatting and overdid it with weight, tried to end the set with ten, los balance and fell, but there is a rack or smth to prevent the bar falling on you! and i lost it cause i was afraid that i would loose it! it needs confidence and focus!! do it! it is great!
alejandrothefader 11 months ago
aren't his thighs supposed to be parallel to the floor?
presa1200 1 year ago
@presa1200 yea if he was doing a parallel squat, a full or olympic squat is when u go below parallel
layzie187x 11 months ago
that was a great lift for someboy of ur lenth and stature. long leggs, lean muscle. Just remember that ur not one of those stocky beefy meatheads that can squat a thousand pounds SO, my point being if u dont already u should train cardio with moderate weight and just rpped to shreds cuz thats ur body type. nice lift. again.
specie44 1 year ago
@specie44 Thanks. I do just that. I lift because I enjoy lifting. My goal has never been to get "beefy". I believe in balance of strength & endurance. Furthermore, I never concern myself with how much weight I lift or I much I weigh. Healthy, strong, and a little inner peace is what I seek.
joeyyy7 1 year ago 15
@joeyyy7 have you heard of crossfit? it made my endurance go up like crazy and my strength too :) there are people there who have amazing endurance and can squat/dead 400.
pumitaproductions 10 months ago
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAH
SmexyPC 1 year ago
nice how much was that
MostRecklessENT 1 year ago
Every since I started doing ATG squats a few years ago, not only did I not get any knee problems, but the ones I used to have went away. I can still get the occassional knee injury in football, but I have never gotten one bad thing from squating.
Thats just to add my personal experience as someone who struggled with knee issues for most of my 20s.
alin1975 1 year ago
great depth, the one thing that worries me a little is how far forward your knees are coming. when your heels come off the floor like that, your knees are coming too far forward, and that can put some serious stress on the patellar, especially when the weight gets up there, just something to keep in mind, otherwise nice lift
nabhanda 1 year ago
@nabhanda Thanks for the input. Check out Tommy Kono's Olympic Squat techniques reference knee alignment. It will give you a different perspective on how far the knees go forward of the toes.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@joeyyy7 so the knees should be in line with the toes or over?
SGTcrackey666 1 year ago
@SGTcrackey666 I can't give you a black and white answer. Me personally, my knees track over my toes and even pass a little over. Check out an expert's take on the Olympic High Bar Squat, the great, Tommy Kono. Just google it. He has a good article with diagrams and all. Happy training.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@nabhanda difference in opinion there are studies that say knees going that farward are a good thing.
SGTcrackey666 1 year ago
A almost flawless technique. As some others have said, the heel lifts off a bit at the bottom.
Have you tried real weightliftingshoes?
Zlaterrr 1 year ago
@Zlaterrr Thanks. I do have some weightlifting shoes however, I have been squatting barefoot (or in my Five Fingers) and it really keeps my heels grounded.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
what a beast
jjamietthomas 1 year ago
if you have the lower back flexability and mobility to squat ass to grass then that fine.. squat as low as you can without lettting your lubar spine deviate from it natural curve. once it starts to round that your limit.. depth is different for everyone on the squat.. maybe a little to deep on this video imo as the lumbar spine is rounding at the bottom but if you can train this way without injury in the long run then why not... good video
lordi 1 year ago
I'm 36 and have bad knees. I can not squat to 90, it hurts my knees to do that. As a result, II gave up squatting for a couple of years until I learned to do them ass to grass. My knees have never felt better. Hamstrings-on-calves squatting has actually improved my knee function!
I am so angry with all those people who told me to stop at 90. Worst advice I ever got.
YodanboogerLives 1 year ago
@YodanboogerLives Glad to see you got it figured out ...
LRGHMN 1 year ago
I was just reading a "common mistakes/myths" in regards to working out. One of them was about squats, and it said squats above or equal to parallel are worse for your knees than going all the way down. I youtubed a full squat just to get an idea of what it should look like, and saw some comments about him going too low... The article I was reading said ass-to-the-grass is far more effective and safe.
MrGeneric67 1 year ago
Nice and deep.
shortfatandcrass 1 year ago
guys i have question, what's the purpose of squats? i know that it's for stability and balance, but what's the target of this exercise????
ewankowh 1 year ago
Good squatting. Don't listen to the naysayers. ATG is full range and safe!!!!
deadlift0425 1 year ago
Yes everybody is different we must find what works for us!
shhsilentbeatz 1 year ago
Y'all crazy going all the way down puts too much stress on the knees. ESP for tall people
shhsilentbeatz 1 year ago
@shhsilentbeatz I personally believe in full range of motion and subscribe to the "ass to grass" method of squatting. There are differences of opinions on both the full squat and parallel squat. As far as knee problems, I have been squatting deep and injury free for a long time. Maybe it's because I'm short...LOL....Happy training.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@joeyyy7 yeah i agree full ROM is way better in any exercise specially the squat
theres no point in squatting 300 pounds parallel when you cant even hit 200 with full ROM
it works your muscles perfectly and once you go all the way down its actually easier to come back up
MarioxETF 1 year ago
@joeyyy7
its a myth that going low on squats puts too much stress on your knees.
in reality when u stop at parallel (or above) u use ur knees and quads to stop the motion which puts a lot of stress on your knees.
when u go ATG on squats ur natural stretch reflex and glutes/hams are utilised to stop the motion which completely takes all the stress from the knees
people who dont squat ATG are either pussies or just have huge egos and dont wanna lower the weight
zloyhimik 1 year ago
@zloyhimik
going parallel is harder than going down all the way on the knees.
hash121212 1 year ago
@shhsilentbeatz Yes, and jerking off will make you go blind and grow hair on your palms.
crystallinentity 1 year ago
@shhsilentbeatz The exact opposite is true. If you stop half way you're putting stress on your knees. Try it. Squat half way down then stop yourself. The pressure shifts to your knees when you make that stop. Now go all the way down until you can't go anymore. The pressure is now diverted to your hips.
shortfatandcrass 1 year ago
@shhsilentbeatz That's not true.
hotprofdude 1 year ago
@shhsilentbeatz I think knees-forward puts strain on the knees, but not if you point them out (kinda like the guy in the video does, except maybe a bit more)
DWarrior666 1 year ago
@shhsilentbeatz OF course it doesn't... When you stop in the middle of a FULL squat, you stop in a position where the knees takes its most stress... Ergo. You are applying even more stress to it...
yotta2r 1 year ago
@shhsilentbeatz read "Starting Strength" by Mark Rippetoe and you'll learn that squatting below parallel is actually healthier for your knees. (to paraphrase) Hitting below parallel engages the hamstrings and strengthens muscles and ligaments in your knees. I learned so much from that book, technique and mechanics. Check it out!
orange3002 1 year ago
@shhsilentbeatz Youre a fucking idiot.
GeorgeHurst08 1 year ago
His technique is not perfect. I will admit it's much better than most and close to perfect but, if you look at his left heel, it comes up when he goes all the way down. Basically, he's shifting his weight to the front of his foot, effectively reducing the effectiveness of his squat. I see this mistake happening at pretty much every gym that I go to and it takes much practice to keep it from happening. You should always push up with your heels during the barbell squat or the deadlift.
Mode2 1 year ago
@Mode2 Mode is right. Squatters need to concentrate on keeping the heels grounded. I found that squatting barefoot helps a lot.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@joeyyy7 First moving your ass back(like trying to sit on a chair thats a little to far behind) will help to keep weight on the heels.
trainsforu 1 year ago
@joeyyy7 squatting barefoot doesnt just help most people it tends to perfect a lot of peoples squat
MarioxETF 1 year ago
@joeyyy7 completely agree, doing any lift of any sort without shoes on is extremely beneficial
55AllOut 1 year ago
@Mode2 thats why i put small weight underneath my heels because i am very inflexible for the time being.
afterthefact15 1 year ago
Would doing these help raise my max in squat rather than doing parallel ones?
easyrider365 1 year ago
@easyrider365 Yes. If your goal is to max "Full" squat.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
Where did you get that weight set from? I've never seen such large weights before. By the way, great squatting. Perfect technique!
RogerRussianLa 1 year ago
@RogerRussianLa Thanks Roger. The weights are Kraigburg Bumper Plates. They are designed for Olympic Weight Lifting. Look them up in Google. Take care...
joeyyy7 1 year ago
Very nice technique.
OtorresFitness 1 year ago
@OtorresFitness Thank you!
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@asmith123455 Squatting deep, outside of a rack feels awesome. Besides, he's using bumper plates. If he can't make a rep he can just let the weight drop off his back.
einstevo 1 year ago
how much was that , that shit looked heavy! ?
MXhm91 1 year ago
@MXhm91 It looks heavier than they really are. They are olympic bumper plates. The total weight here is only 240 pounds.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@joeyyy7
those plates look heavier than 240 :O
good lift :)
fanmanabc 1 year ago
@fanmanabc :-)
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@fanmanabc theyre prob rubber
gtjohnnycake 1 year ago
@asmith123455 seriously...
bangaskeet 1 year ago
I heard your knees crackle at 0:09 are you having any problems?
jasonjinx 1 year ago
@jasonjinx None what so ever. My knees do crack here & there when I squat though. There is no pain associated with it however.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
@joeyyy7 I heard you giving birth at 0:15
robbiej97 1 year ago
Ever have any problems with your knees after doing full squats? I'm afraid If i do them full i might develop problems later on in life (even if I have good form)
skinwaIker1731182194 1 year ago
@skinwaIker1731182194 No problems. In fact, the full squats have made me stronger all around. My knees feel great.
joeyyy7 1 year ago
Great squat
Naturlifly 1 year ago
@Naturlifly Thanks!
joeyyy7 1 year ago
lmaoo someone stepped on a cat @ 0:15
ncarey01 2 years ago 11
What kind of plates are those. It looks more like 405lbs
Naturalhit 2 years ago
Kraigburg bumper plates.
joeyyy7 2 years ago
They're safety weights, I would believe the 240lbs. The bar really starts bending when you get to 375lbs+.
mvpsmb2000 1 year ago
Question about form, when I squat ATG, I have the same thing happen as you do. At the very bottom of the movement, my lower back/butt starts to curl under me as yours does and I lose my arch, is that ok form still?
supasonicman 2 years ago
For me personally, it works. I think some of the "tuck" is related to body structure and not necessarily a bad thing. My back is very tense and neutral throughout the squat. I never had a squat related injury. I always go full range and know my limitations. ALSO, these days I have been squatting barefoot. I feel a lot more solid doing ATG barefeet.
joeyyy7 2 years ago
there's always going to be some "butt wink" even for pro oly lifters, here it's very minimal, depends on hamstring flexibility
ShadowNINku 1 year ago
Lol, "butt wink"
supasonicman 1 year ago
supasonicman, it's just the way the spine naturally moves when your hips drop that low. There is no way to prevent it.
hunt1284 1 year ago
how much was that squat rack?
gtjohnnycake 2 years ago
I think I paid about $400 w/ shipping. It's worth its weight in gold.
joeyyy7 2 years ago
COOL! thanks for the reply.
gtjohnnycake 2 years ago
How the hell did those stick legs support that amount of weight!?
JorvikMatt 2 years ago
@JorvikMatt its only 240lbs.
djaziatic 2 years ago
LMAO good one
gtjohnnycake 2 years ago
Tense my entire body and push from the heels...LOL. Thanks for pointing out my stick legs. You should have seen them before I began squating!
joeyyy7 2 years ago
i just did tht this morning. same form.
beast5158 2 years ago
thats very impresive for your body weight
DAROMARIO1 2 years ago
is that 240 kg or pounds
DAROMARIO1 2 years ago
Pounds, sir.
joeyyy7 2 years ago
wow this looks like a huge weight! well done!
onceuponthecross 2 years ago
man i got to start going this i got soccer tryouts coming up
Mluka1 2 years ago
yo that sound he made on the second rep was hilarious
daprodigy93 2 years ago
It's my battle cry! LOL!
joeyyy7 2 years ago
dude i was watching this its like 11 pm and my mom thought i was watching porn in my room ..lol
gj though 5/5
Ikickhardcoreass 2 years ago
That's hilarious! LOL!
joeyyy7 2 years ago
@Ikickhardcoreass aha that is funny.
drummerfor9years 2 years ago