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          Vern Gambetta on July 9, 2007 at 7:44 pm #13224

          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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          Nick Newman on July 10, 2007 at 4:05 am #71100

          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 on July 12, 2007 at 7:10 pm #65527

          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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