Squats seem to have evolved into the literally only leg exercise I do now. Mind you my squat is starting to come along but is this a good idea?
I just seem to really like to squat (going to parrallel - the safetys will only allow that depth). I'll spend an hour or so just squatting. Start with the bar for 15, add some weight for 15, then keep adding weight for 12, 10, 8, 6, 4, 3, 2, 1. Often do a few sets of the singles sometimes adding a 2 1/2 or 5 (x2). Basically after a few sets I like to vary the rep range.
I really enjoy it! Is there something wrong with me?
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My goal is 2x my body weight counting the bar (I don't count the bar in my log) and then 2x my body weight on the bar. Currently my body weight is 168. My best (as of Thursday) is 230 (for 1 after doing 225 for 1).
Train legs 2 days out of 5.
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Thread: Squats As The Only Leg Exercise
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01-18-2013, 09:58 PM #1
Squats As The Only Leg Exercise
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01-19-2013, 08:28 AM #12
Dont sleep on these http://www.bodybuilding.com/exercise...bbell-deadlift
if done correctly your hammys will get grooves and nice separation.
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Depends on your specific training goal, and what you've learned from experience to be the most effective exercise(s) for you that will get you there most efficiently.
All the bodybuilders I know/have known have always used multiple leg exercises in their routines.
My goal is 2x my body weight counting the bar (I don't count the bar in my log) and then 2x my body weight on the bar. Currently my body weight is 168. My best (as of Thursday) is 230 (for 1 after doing 225 for 1).
Train legs 2 days out of 5.No brain, no gain.
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Good advice.
If I do this I may have to either lengthen the workout or add calves to another day. The split is currently:
Monday: Chest (morning), Shoulders (afternoon)
Tuesday: Legs
Wednesday: Back
Thursday: Legs
Friday: Arms
Work most weekends. And my back can handle this well. Back is my strong suit. It has helped that I also have added a weight belt to the heavier sets. I take it off between those sets too.
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JOE : many moons ago, I was right where you were: nothing but squats....my legs didn't suffer....
as I got more room for my home gym, I was able to add things to complement the workout...but for many years, squats were basically my only, and go to leg exercise....Lift as MUCH as you can, for as MANY reps as you can,
while in complete control of the exercise.
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