Z zamdkeu Newbie Oct 2, 2025 #1 I’m looking to improve my squats. I’m a very new person to this type of weight training. I’ve always just used machines at smaller gyms. What is a good first step for me to really start improving my squats? I noticed if I do them, I get really sore.
I’m looking to improve my squats. I’m a very new person to this type of weight training. I’ve always just used machines at smaller gyms. What is a good first step for me to really start improving my squats? I noticed if I do them, I get really sore.
CEO V.I.P. Red Logger Oct 3, 2025 #3 bros for squats you need to use correct form. plant the feet straight. and make sure you are straight
bros for squats you need to use correct form. plant the feet straight. and make sure you are straight
ROIDDERS V.I.P. Silver Logger Oct 3, 2025 #4 ass to grass with low weights. Master, that type of squat and then everything else will come easy.
chesty Bodybuilder Red Oct 3, 2025 #5 i would do front squats. They make it harder for you to cheat. You won't be more prone to lean back.
Ulter V.I.P. Gold Logger Oct 3, 2025 #6 I see most people do squats the wrong way. It really takes some practice. You don't want to end up ruining your back.
I see most people do squats the wrong way. It really takes some practice. You don't want to end up ruining your back.
2Thick V.I.P. Silver Logger Oct 3, 2025 #7 GOAT squats are the ones you do that engage your legs. they don't engage your spine. so that takes practice
GOAT squats are the ones you do that engage your legs. they don't engage your spine. so that takes practice
wootoom Vet Moderator Moderator Gold Oct 3, 2025 #8 i'm a big fan of squats. but i would do 10x5s. keep the rep range around 10
Arabian V.I.P. Moderator Oct 3, 2025 #9 hit them hard once a week. or hit them moderately twice a week. That's going to be your best option.