back squat

Jumping straight to the back squat is like trying to do calculus when you don't yet understand basic arithmetic.

We've talked about the ratios of the deadlift and squat in relationship to your Olympic lifts, but what about in relation to each other? If you can squat X, how much should you be able to deadlift?

Genetic potential, mobility and strength goals help decide which squat is best for your program.

You won't get the most from your body's most powerful joints if you can't activate them correctly.

If you vary your squats through different stances and foot placements, you can bring up weak points that have been holding you back.

Not everybody should have a heavy barbell on their backs.

You can get faster this winter without bundling up to slog through the cold.

An end of year weightlifting heavy program for intermediate and advanced users with a max 1RM finish before Christmas.

Keep your elbows forward to say goodbye to a bad squat position and hello to a new one rep max.

There’s no position on a football team more important than the offensive line, and the hips unlock amazing athleticism.

These pieces have caught your attention throughout the week. So here they are in one place for you to consume, digest, and enjoy.

CrossFit HQ's social media team knows how to get a big reaction. Let's stop falling for it.

Going into a powerlifting meet you want to give everything you've got. Balancing this out with smart decision making is important.

Understand how your warm up is working for you in real time by performing double sets at each weight.

Do these things, in this order, and you’ll see immediate improvements in how much weight you can lift.

If you're serious about a career in the military, you need to be serious about strength and injury prevention.

If you feel pain when you squat, there are still plenty of options for you. Logan Christopher presents a short walkthrough on how to find a pain-free solution specifically for you.