Reply With QuoteDo one leg squats, use a block or something to stand on and go down with one leg (you could use the pole in your garage for support.
This way you can use less weight, easier to hold but still get the same workout as regular squats.
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02-25-2001, 08:38 PM #1Registered User
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Is there any lift that I could do instead of squats and does the same thing that includes dumbbells? It is really hard for me to get the bar off my bench, since I have a workcenter at home, because there is a poll in my garage in the way. I tried doing dumbbell squat, but the dumbbells rub against my leg. Anyone know anything else I could do? Lunges maybe? Would those do the same thing?
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Are you talking about a reverse step up Scotty? No matter if they're reverse or regular step ups, they are very good. I do them on a bench I have at home that is 20 inches high. Gives me an excellent leg workout!
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you can buy an adjustable free weight rack for $119.00!
(w/ free shipping!)
http://www.fitnessfactory.com/fitnes...tion&linkid=17
I assume that you already have free weights..?
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If the dumbbells rub your legs too much during regular dumbbell squats (I assume because you are holding the dumbbells at your sides) you might try doing dumbbell hack squats.
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05-23-2006, 12:14 PM #8Patrick ELITE MEMBER
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why did you bump this old thread?
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05-23-2006, 12:17 PM #9Lexen Xtreme
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Is that the precursor question to, "I'm going to beat the shit out of you."?
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Do weighted pistols they're better squats because they build balance and concentration http://www.mikemahler.com/photo/one%...t%20SHRUNK.jpg
I can do a little over 5 reps with out any weight
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I thought that was a one legged squat. I do those too for 5+ reps on each leg without weight. Originally Posted by GoLdeN M 07
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05-23-2006, 09:57 PM #12cat burglar
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Pistols and one legged squats are the same exercise people just have different names for everything. One legged squats on a high box are good too.
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