SQUATS
I squatted 525 in 1970 when I started to do power meets on a continuous basis. I squatted 920 in 2000 at 52 years old. It was an...
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30 articles · page 3 of 3THE SQUAT
The squat has always been referred to as the king of all lifts. If you don’t have a big squat, you ain’t squat. At Westside, we have three...
SQUAT THE KING LIFT
The squat is the king of all exercises. It builds strong legs and hips which helps in all sports, but of course, is an official power lift. The squat...
TOP FIVE SQUATS: PART I
We have 17 men who squat over 1000 pounds. The top five average 1143 pounds. Our top five totals equal 2690 pounds. How can one gym develop such...
THE SQUAT
After moving to Westside, A.J. Roberts has improved his squat from 1008 to 1140 pounds in just over 2 years by following the conjugate system. This includes a...
SQUATTING 600 POUNDS EASY
It takes proper technique, proper periodization, and special exercises (with correct selection) to fulfill your weaknesses. Combine these with a balance of strengths… and you’re ready. Westside has...