What are some good core exercises to support the back squat?

[erigni]

I believe that my core, and my back in particular, might be holding my squat back. What are some good exercises to strengthen this muscle group, and to support the squat in particular?

Thanks.

[air2fakie]

Master the bird dog and other similar exercises and see if that helps. (srs)

[erigni]

Master the bird dog and other similar exercises and see if that helps. (srs)

Thanks.

[stevenlizard]

Try incorporating planks, dead bugs, and hanging leg raises into your routine. These exercises will tighten up your core, giving your squats that extra stability and power.

[SuicideGripMe]

How much is your squat now? Is it an area weakness, general weakness, or lack of understanding of form (bracing, knee travel, etc).?

[James3382]

I believe that my core, and my back in particular, might be holding my squat back. What are some good exercises to strengthen this muscle group, and to support the squat in particular?

Thanks.

My physio recommended deadbugs

[James3382]

I believe that my core, and my back in particular, might be holding my squat back. What are some good exercises to strengthen this muscle group, and to support the squat in particular?

Thanks.

Make sure you keep your back flat on the floor

[James3382]

I believe that my core, and my back in particular, might be holding my squat back. What are some good exercises to strengthen this muscle group, and to support the squat in particular?

Thanks.

Look up the McGill 'big 3' on youtube

[James3382]

I believe that my core, and my back in particular, might be holding my squat back. What are some good exercises to strengthen this muscle group, and to support the squat in particular?

Thanks.

I also do dynamic side planks

[erigni]

How much is your squat now? Is it an area weakness, general weakness, or lack of understanding of form (bracing, knee travel, etc).?

My all-time max is 355. I squatted 315 for 5 yesterday, but got so scared of hurting myself that I stopped. My best at 315 is 6 reps. I think my problem is as much psychological as physical, if not more; but I believe my back is the weakest link at the moment. When I start to reach my limit, my back begins to round slightly. But I am so afraid of snapping my spine that I refuse to exert myself as much as I could. It goes back to an old, minor injury from two years ago that I recovered from a while back. How can I get over this psychological hurdle?

My form is great, in my view. The squat feels very natural to me now. My bracing is great, and I have no pain.

[mathgainer]

My all-time max is 355. I squatted 315 for 5 yesterday, but got so scared of hurting myself that I stopped. My best at 315 is 6 reps. I think my problem is as much psychological as physical, if not more; but I believe my back is the weakest link at the moment. When I start to reach my limit, my back begins to round slightly. But I am so afraid of snapping my spine that I refuse to exert myself as much as I could. It goes back to an old, minor injury from two years ago that I recovered from a while back. How can I get over this psychological hurdle?

My form is great, in my view. The squat feels very natural to me now. My bracing is great, and I have no pain.

May I ask how you got to the point of having a straight back throughout your squat? Did you film yourself when you started?

[latverian41]

Without knowing any medical issues bro how can you expect a good answer?

[TolerantLactose]

For squats, I'd say paused squats or paused deadlifts.