This is how heavy a woman should aim to squat

According to data from Strength Level, the ‘average squat weight for a female lifter is 73kg’. But this only applies to a 1RM ...

Is ‘Run Fast, Squat Heavy’ the Ultimate Compromise Between Cardio and Strength Training?

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How to Master Zercher Squats for Maximum Leg Power and Total Upper-Body Strength

Learn how to perform the Zercher squat safely with expert tips, step-by-step instructions, and guidance on targeting your legs, arms, and upper body. Ask a long-time lifter what fires up the posterior ...
Self

Those Squat Pulses Burn Like Fire...But Do They Actually Boost Your Workout?

Whether you’re in pre-brunch Pilates or your lunchtime HIIT class, you’ve probably been tasked with a certain directive that makes the four-letter words fly (in your head only, of course): Squat! Then ...
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Lunges or Squats: Which Are Better for Building Your Lower Body?

A swole upper body might look good on Instagram, but for real-life practicality, you also need a bit of leg work. Stronger legs help power all manner of activities from cycling to swimming, as this ...