Back squats...need help!

r00kie · 05-09-2008, 01:44 AM

Hi guys,

I've problem doing back squats. My hips raise first and I find it difficult to balance weight. I can deadlift 225 lbs for reps but can't even squat 135 lbs

Is it just practice or my body is not made for squats?

Thanks.

danzik17 · 05-09-2008, 07:39 AM

Just practice with light weights until you get the form down. If you can have someone spot you (that knows how to lift) then they can call you out when they see bad form which will help a lot.

For balancing weight, that sounds like you might be leaning forward when squatting which is a bad, bad thing. Try to push through the floor with your heels and it should help.

biggfly · 05-09-2008, 03:57 PM

Weight back on heels, chest up(like your pushing your tits outward), back kept straight (relative to body) head and chin up(try looking slightly up to a spot on the wall above your head), push with the heels, don;t initiate the movement by bending forward at the waist but by "squatting" with the legs.

chris mason · 05-09-2008, 06:08 PM

I think it is just a matter of practice.

Check out this guy's videos for some tips:

YouTube Video

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biggfly Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: u.s.a Posts: 375 Photos: 2	Weight back on heels, chest up(like your pushing your tits outward), back kept straight (relative to body) head and chin up(try looking slightly up to a spot on the wall above your head), push with the heels, don;t initiate the movement by bending forward at the waist but by "squatting" with the legs.