hitting a squat PR

[josef2020]

Today I hit a new PR in squat, I wrapped up my knees just for some security and peace of mind and put 405 on the rack with a spotter. The first rep was light, the 2nd was heavy and the third was a struggle but I got all 3. I am always fearful of knees buckling since I am a taller guy, what was your squat PR?

 

[SteveMobsterG]

I Hatfield Squat using a Safety Squat bar - so I've done 700lbs in that style. No wraps

 

[stevesmi]

in the 600's was my PR, never had a problem with squats i have some huge legs

 

[MasonicBodybuilder]

No clue. I have never really lifted for strength. Not going to start now either since I want to avoid injuries.

 

[cbbram]

don't do squats... that's for you young guys

 

[RickRock13]

I had disc problems starting in my early 20s so I never have been able to sqyat heavy. I have no idea what my 1 rep max would be. I always did 20 to 30 rep sets with squats

 

[Tazz]

i don’t max out too much on squat. workout by myself.

 

[SteveMobsterG]

i don’t max out too much on squat. workout by myself.

That's what power racks are for. I did 616lbs x 4 in the style listed above and trained solo using my rack.

 

[Tazz]

That's what power racks are for. I did 616lbs x 4 in the style listed above and trained solo using my rack.

i’d prefer not having to throw back 500+lb from my back slammed onto a rack causing a scene.