box squats

[ZGzaZ]

well, i did box squats today for the first time...felt good, even though i really only did 185lbs to get the form down good...

Does anyone think this is okay for a 5x5 primary exercise??? because i liked the feel of it in my quads more so than normal full squats...

 

[coolcolj]

you shouldn't feel it in your quads at all if you did them properly

Your hams and abductors should feel like ripping of the bone if done properly.

 

[spatts]

Amen

 

[b fold the truth]

you shouldn't feel it in your quads at all if you did them properly

Your hams and abductors should feel like ripping of the bone if done properly.

I agree...

I don't think that there should be a problem doing a 5x5 with box squats...

B True

 

[louden_swain]

Box squats are excellent for developing hip strength. However, I am always affraid I will lose size in the quads from box squats.

 

[PolishHammer1977]

I do a 5X5 with box squats. I think it's ok if you do to.

 

[spatts]

LS, if you chase it with an isolating quad move, I bet you'd be ok. The quads are used in a box squat, they just aren't the PRIMARY movers. Ever seen a powerlifter with small quads and huge hammies?

 

[louden_swain]

LS, if you chase it with an isolating quad move, I bet you'd be ok. The quads are used in a box squat, they just aren't the PRIMARY movers. Ever seen a powerlifter with small quads and huge hammies?

Good point!! I could sure use some improvements in hip strength.

 

[ZGzaZ]

cool, i really need help with my hip strength too...so if i do box squats for my 5x5, i would still like to incorportate full squats in, should i do them 2x10? or replace hack squats with them? any suggestions?

 

[PolishHammer1977]

ZGaz,
I use Oly Squats, zercher squats, sldl for the 10X2. I keep it changing.