Should you do barbell back squat or avoid it ?

Описание: Is the Barbell Back Squat right for YOU?
Let’s break it down with some structural and biomechanical insight.

Structural Considerations:
☑️Short femur + long torso + decent ankle mobility?
You’re naturally built to squat deep with a more upright posture. For you, the barbell back squat can be a safe and effective movement.
❌Long femur + short torso? You’ll likely struggle to stay upright, and more stress may shift to your lower back. The movement becomes more hip-dominant and less quad-focused.

Biomechanics Matter: A proper back squat requires balance between joint mobility (ankle, hip, thoracic spine), stability, and force distribution. If mobility is lacking, especially at the ankle, hitting depth with good mechanics becomes a challenge.

Who Should Stick to barbell back squat ?
• Powerlifters (it’s a competition lift)
• Athletes whose sport demands it
• Lifters who have favorable structure and mobility for the movement
• Individuals with solid lifting experience and body awareness

Who Might Benefit from Alternatives? - Beginners with poor mobility or structural limitations, Individuals recovering from injury, Anyone training for hypertrophy or general fitness (there are safer, more joint-friendly quad-focused exercises)

Alternatives worth trying:
• Front squats
• Goblet squats
• Hack squats
• Leg press
• Heels-elevated squats

You don’t get extra points for forcing yourself into an exercise that doesn’t suit your body. Train smart, individualize, and progress safer. #squats #barbellbacksquat #hypertrophy #powerlifting #exercise #gymlife #biomechanics