Back squat 5-5-5-5-5 reps
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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a heavy day. Keep in mind, heavy is relative to each athlete’s capacity and experience. As long as you are working to your limits, you will benefit from today’s effort. Experienced athletes should build to a heavy set of 5 and plan to go as heavy as possible across all sets. Newer athletes should start light, focus on mechanics, and slowly add weight as they are comfortable.
Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell to maintain safety and the integrity of the lift.
To adjust the complexity of the lift, consider performing a goblet squat with a dumbbell or kettlebell.
In case of an injury or limitation, consider squatting with a single dumbbell or kettlebell. You can also lunge with a load or perform an unloaded air squat.
Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.
Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.
Coaching cues:
Throughout the squat, imagine your feet are screws and you are trying to screw them into the ground. In doing so, you will create better contact with the ground and keep your knees tracking over your toes.
Resources:
The Back Squat
The Squat: Points of Performance
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