WHEN IT COMES to the barbell back squat, the exercise sometimes referred to as the "king" of all the heavyweight moves in the gym, the biggest point of focus for guys isn't necessarily how many plates ...

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Unlike a regular squat where you use both legs, the pistol squat involves lowering yourself completely on one leg while keeping the other extended in front. It sounds simple, but it demands an ...

"Ankle mobility limitations are almost the number one problem that hinders good squat technique," he says. "If you wan to get into a good deep squat, your knee has to move forward over your toe, and ...

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For a program to be most effective, Washington recommends sticking to it for at least four to five weeks before changing it ...

Squats and lunges are both effective moves that are commonly included in lower-body workouts — but they’re not interchangeable. Each one challenges your muscles in a unique way that translates ...