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Vern Gambetta
Posted: 09 July 2007 05:14 AM   [ Ignore ]  
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Some of the comments on squatting are absurd. The squat is a basic foundational exercise that is the cornerstone of any sound strength training program. It is not a ¼ squat it is a full squat – that is a snapshot of the whole movement. In my estimation this young lady has acceptable technique for where she is in her development. As far as getting under a bar – that is the muscle
 
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Vern is currently is the Director of Gambetta Sports Training Systems. He has been the a conditioning coach for several teams in Major League Soccer as well as the conditioning consultant to the US Men’s World Cup Soccer team. Vern is the former Director of Conditioning for the Chicago White Sox and Director of Athletic Development for the New York Mets. Vern is recognized internationally as an expert in training and conditioning for sport having worked with world class athletes and teams in a wide variety of sports. He is a popular speaker and writer on conditioning topics having lectured and conducted clinics in Canada, Japan, Australia and Europe. Vern's coaching experience spans 36 years
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Nick Newman
Posted: 09 July 2007 01:36 PM   [ Ignore ]   [ # 1 ]  
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Is this saying 1/4 squats shouldnt be used? and what does it mean how much strength you can use? how do you know how much you can use?

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Mike Young
Posted: 12 July 2007 04:41 AM   [ Ignore ]   [ # 2 ]  
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I don't want to speak for Vern but I know he isn't a huge advocate of what many people would consider maximal strength work. Among other things he feels there isn't a big carry over to athletic performance.

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