Squat question for tall guys (6ft+)

[GenetiKing]

I'm over 6ft tall and have the same problem. I've even fine tuned my squatting style to hedge against this...but for taller guys, the biomechanics of squatting are simply different. I've reinjured the same area of my lower back several times so I have to be very careful.

If your back is bothering you...just take it easy and skip the squats for some leg presses. Return to the squats when your back is 100%. I've had to do this several times over the years but it's much better than totally screwing up your back and not being able to train at all.

Also, it doesn't necessarily indicate a weak core, or a weak back, or even weak abs. Taller guys are simply more prone to bending over the deeper they go when squatting heavy. Injury can occur no matter how strong your core is.

 

[Liberator]

I agree with you but I will try and see if I can correct it

It is extremely difficult to not bend forward ever so slightly at least once during the whole routine, and when you do all the weight is on your back and thats what screws mine up

I think perfecting form and being consistant with it are very difficult things to master in this case

Bfold is right, I am going to start incorporating the deadlift in my back routine once my back is at 100%

Hopefully this will help

 

[needleboy]

try the Smith machine, and remember to keep your abs contracted to help stabilize the low back!!!

 

[Deathspell Omega]

Re:

I'm 6'2", 16 years of age, and whenever I go heavy on squats (i.e. 120 kilos+) my lower back hurts for days afterwards. I did 135x12 (135 kilos, that is!) about two weeks ago and the back pain I experienced for days afterwards was so intense that I had to take a break from the gym...

I have access to a mean MedX leg press machine with back support, so I may just use that instead of squats for a while.

Deathspell Omega

 

[BodybuildingUniverse]

widen up that stance, toes out at 45 degree angle and really SIT BACK into those squats. Arch your back and stick that butt out fighting to stick your CHEST OUT the whole time. I am 6'2" and this form has allowed me to go up to 500 or so with never a back problem. Hope this helps!

 

[MrOlympia2004]

Do some good mornings in your training and strengthen your lumbar area up.

 

[Liberator]

Good advice bros, thanks for all your replies

Heavywear I will give that a try

Cheers guys!!

 

[Robboe]

improve your flexibility.