Squat and General Activity Update

[Howard]

Mr. Cook your 600 lb competition squat gives you carte blanche permission to discuss whatever you would like to. In fact the 615 by ThisIsOverload and the 535 x 20 by The Scott also cross the carte blanche threshold.
🤣

Thank you so much to you and the others for sharing such inspirational lifts. This is exciting and I think I have picked up a few pointers. Apparently I need to get my Converse Chuck Taylor shoes out and learn how to put on my knee wraps.

Just a suggestion, but hiking boots with a good grip sole can be awesome to do heavy squats and leg presses.
Something about the boots makes you feel like going heavier? No idea if this is only in my head , but, WTF

[Howard]

 Tom Platz, king of deep squat reps.

[Flexacon]

surely you understand that is not the actual speed of my reps.I just thought it made a funny picture

Sir, I was just joking. The pic/gif actually reminded me a lot of the dial up internet days. This type of image would accompany an exercise description.

[JustPlaneJane]

Just a suggestion, but hiking boots with a good grip sole can be awesome to do heavy squats and leg presses.
Something about the boots makes you feel like going heavier? No idea if this is only in my head , but, WTF

Howard, I have tried squatting in flat soled running shoes, trail running shoes, and my cross fit training shoes. All of them felt about the same. Of course I can’t lift nearly the weight the others on here can.

I guess I probably have bigger feet for a woman. I tell my friends that my feet are longer so I don’t tip over forward due to my big boobs. LOL. But in reality, my boobs aren’t quite that big.

I have flat soled leather basketball type shoes and my canvas Converse flat soled shoes so that is what I will try next. I also want to look into a good belt to make sure I protect my lower back.

Thanks for the advice.

[Cook]

Sir, I was just joking. The pic/gif actually reminded me a lot of the dial up internet days. This type of image would accompany an exercise description.

ok that is actually funny what you said.Please don’t take offense at my reply

[Henda]

Here is an indispensable piece of equipment for anyone doing regular squats where the bar rests on your upper back. It makes a world of difference for me. If you haven't used one, give it a try.

What is that faggot shit? Looks like some sort of toileting aid for the elderly

[Taffin]

What is that faggot shit? Looks like some sort of toileting aid for the elderly

Hahahahahahahaaaa!

[wes]

THE SQUAT
 

Down this road, in a gym far away,
a young man was heard to say,
“No matter what I do, my legs won’t grow.”
He tried leg extensions, leg curls, and leg presses , too
trying to cheat, these sissy workouts he’d do.
 
From the corner of the gym where the big men train,
through a cloud of chalk and the midst of pain,
where the noise is made with big forty fives,
a deep voice bellowed as he wrapped his knees.
a very big man with legs like trees.
 
Laughing as he snatched another plate from the stack
chalking his hands and monstrous back,
said, “Boy, stop lying and don’t say you’ve forgotten,
the trouble with you is you ain’t been SQUATTIN’.
 

-Dale Clark

[Cook]

THE SQUAT
 

Down this road, in a gym far away,
a young man was heard to say,
“No matter what I do, my legs won’t grow.”
He tried leg extensions, leg curls, and leg presses , too
trying to cheat, these sissy workouts he’d do.
 
From the corner of the gym where the big men train,
through a cloud of chalk and the midst of pain,
where the noise is made with big forty fives,
a deep voice bellowed as he wrapped his knees.
a very big man with legs like trees.
 
Laughing as he snatched another plate from the stack
chalking his hands and monstrous back,
said, “Boy, stop lying and don’t say you’ve forgotten,
the trouble with you is you ain’t been SQUATTIN’.
 

-Dale Clark

Yeah Buddy!

[wes]

We've come to squat so run and hide
You bicep freaks must step aside
Just take your sissy selves elsewhere
You'll turn your heads but still you'll stare
Go right ahead and pay attention
Glimpse into this strange dimension
Yeah you're still weak and never grow
This world of pain you'll never know
Your shouts upon the leg-press, phony!
Noodle legs like macaroni
Some day I hope you'll understand
And wrench free from the poser band
Puny curl bars, leave this spot
The rack named for the mighty SQUAT!
JUST SQUAT!!!

[wes]

The young man looked fit, thick through the chest. Bulging biceps and triceps. Washboard abs and the rest.
He strode a bit closer. To my shock and surprise!
I saw his torso supported, by two spindly thighs!
He walked with confidence and no apprehensions,
as he performed his first set of leg extensions!
I watched this debacle, watched his face turn askew.
Watched him scream in mock agony, 'til his set was all through.
T'was then I approached him and extended my hand.
"I don't mean to disrupt you, but excuse me, young man!
I was admiring your work. Man, that set was nice!
But I wonder if I might offer some helpful advice?"
He spoke not a word. Simply nodded his head.
I could read his expression. He wished I were dead.
"Get off this contraption! You're wasting your time!
Go to the squat rack! You can see....there's NO line!
You don't need machines! You don't need to look far!
Just load on the weight and get under the bar!
Unrack that sucker! Squat ass to the floor!
Grab some big plates, and load on some more!
Hear the iron rattle as you pound out each rep!
But please, my friend! YOU must take the first step!
Come with me now! To the squat rack we'll go!
Together we'll get those tiny pegs to grow!"
He studied me hard. He seemed in a haze.
No words came! He stood in a daze!
'Say SOMETHING, son! Speak to me, PLEASE!'
'I can't do it!', he screamed! 'I have bad knees!'

[wes]

If anyone is interested for their home gym:

https://www.redbubble.com/i/poster/The-Squat-Poem-by-mchanfitness/25175472.LVTDI

[The Scott]

If anyone is interested for their home gym:

https://www.redbubble.com/i/poster/The-Squat-Poem-by-mchanfitness/25175472.LVTDI

Thanks, brother!  That looks like classic Dave Draper who has been an inspiration since seeing him on "The Beverly Hillbillies". 

[The Scott]

Howard, I have tried squatting in flat soled running shoes, trail running shoes, and my cross fit training shoes. All of them felt about the same. Of course I can’t lift nearly the weight the others on here can.

I guess I probably have bigger feet for a woman. I tell my friends that my feet are longer so I don’t tip over forward due to my big boobs. LOL. But in reality, my boobs aren’t quite that big.

I have flat soled leather basketball type shoes and my canvas Converse flat soled shoes so that is what I will try next. I also want to look into a good belt to make sure I protect my lower back.

Thanks for the advice.

Steel Toe work boots.  They are the bestest for doing squats.  Trust me on this...Or not.

[chaos]

THE SQUAT
 

Down this road, in a gym far away,
a young man was heard to say,
“No matter what I do, my legs won’t grow.”
He tried leg extensions, leg curls, and leg presses , too
trying to cheat, these sissy workouts he’d do.
 
From the corner of the gym where the big men train,
through a cloud of chalk and the midst of pain,
where the noise is made with big forty fives,
a deep voice bellowed as he wrapped his knees.
a very big man with legs like trees.
 
Laughing as he snatched another plate from the stack
chalking his hands and monstrous back,
said, “Boy, stop lying and don’t say you’ve forgotten,
the trouble with you is you ain’t been SQUATTIN’.
 

-Dale Clark

That's awesome.

[Grape Ape]

That's awesome.

Yeah, bodybuilders can draw inspiration as they do their brutal sets of tricep kickbacks, thigh adductors and 1/3 rep 21s for the biceps (oh the burn  )

[wes]

Yeah, bodybuilders can draw inspiration as they do their brutal sets of tricep kickbacks, thigh adductors and 1/3 rep 21s for the biceps (oh the burn  )

Hey,dont forget Swiss Ball Crunches or Seated Twists with a broomstick.............. ............brutal stuff if done in super-set fashion !! 

[chaos]

Yeah, bodybuilders can draw inspiration as they do their brutal sets of tricep kickbacks, thigh adductors and 1/3 rep 21s for the biceps (oh the burn  )

I've seen plenty of motivational patches on packs and bags to know that kind of stuff transcends all levels and areas of fitness.

[Howard]

Howard, I have tried squatting in flat soled running shoes, trail running shoes, and my cross fit training shoes. All of them felt about the same. Of course I can’t lift nearly the weight the others on here can.

I guess I probably have bigger feet for a woman. I tell my friends that my feet are longer so I don’t tip over forward due to my big boobs. LOL. But in reality, my boobs aren’t quite that big.

I have flat soled leather basketball type shoes and my canvas Converse flat soled shoes so that is what I will try next. I also want to look into a good belt to make sure I protect my lower back.

Thanks for the advice.

Footwear is a highly individual thing when going for heavy lifts.
I used to train in the same gym with Judy Averbach* She squatted in our gym wearing, cheap sneakers, laced tightly.
https://vault.si.com/vault/1983/12/05/faces-in-the-crowd

Good grip sole, solid BOOTS are the most common footwear I've seen used for heavy squats and leg press.

I don't want to be the "skunk at the garden party", but you just mentioned low back safety
I injured my low back a few times , doing full heavy squats and off the floor deadlifts.

The pain and tedious recovery was a depressing, tedious experience.
The last time (  2005) had me sleeping on my couch for 2 weeks . My  left leg, kept at 90 deg supported by the sofa cushion.
I hate sounding like a wimp and don't want to be Debbie Downer, but , shit happens...ya know .

PS/ I'm sure some of the Get Big faithful will   call me a "gaywad douchebag" and urge you to ignore my lame advice.
That's fine and dandy, unless your the one, wincing in pain , thinking ; ' Why did I try that f'n lift."

[Howard]

THE SQUAT
 

Down this road, in a gym far away,
a young man was heard to say,
“No matter what I do, my legs won’t grow.”
He tried leg extensions, leg curls, and leg presses , too
trying to cheat, these sissy workouts he’d do.
 
From the corner of the gym where the big men train,
through a cloud of chalk and the midst of pain,
where the noise is made with big forty fives,
a deep voice bellowed as he wrapped his knees.
a very big man with legs like trees.
 
Laughing as he snatched another plate from the stack
chalking his hands and monstrous back,
said, “Boy, stop lying and don’t say you’ve forgotten,
the trouble with you is you ain’t been SQUATTIN’.
 

-Dale Clark

Dorian Yates is open about dropping reg barbell squats early on, due a nagging hip pain doing them.
He opted for a steady diet of  deep leg press, hacks, leg ext, etc.

Squats and benches are  of hallmark of powerlifting and a classic test of strength.
But, for most bodybuilders, they tend to be used for ego building more then muscle growth.

[joswift]

Dorian Yates is open about dropping reg barbell squats early on, due a nagging hip pain doing them.
He opted for a steady diet of  deep leg press, hacks, leg ext, etc.

Squats and benches are  of hallmark of powerlifting and a classic test of strength.
But, for most bodybuilders, they tend to be used for ego building more then muscle growth.

He had hip surgery to rectify the damage he did squatting

[Skeletor]

What is that faggot shit? Looks like some sort of toileting aid for the elderly

Hahaha!

[Howard]

He had hip surgery to rectify the damage he did squatting

I loved Bob Chic's article (Ironman or Flex, 20yrs ago?)

" Benches suck and squats blow"    I think it's more about tradition and looking hardcore then building muscle.

[The Scott]

That's awesome.

For me, the squat was the right tool for building a  lasting muscular foundation.  The bestest excercise ever.  For me.

[Humble Narcissist]

I loved Bob Chic's article (Ironman or Flex, 20yrs ago?)

" Benches suck and squats blow"    I think it's more about tradition and looking hardcore then building muscle.

Bob is an expert on sucking and blowing.