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Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2025 8:08 pm
by EthanBrown
How low do you go? Debate squat depth—ass-to-grass or just breaking parallel.
Post tips or form questions for feedback!
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2025 8:11 pm
by EthanBrown
I hit below parallel but not full ATG. Keeps my knees happier and still activates glutes.
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2025 8:12 pm
by FlexQueen
I go ATG with lighter weights. For me it’s the best glute builder. Safety = don’t load heavy until you own the depth.
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2025 8:12 pm
by JakeAnderson
I used to half-squat, then wondered why my legs didn’t grow. Now I go deeper, at least parallel. Massive difference.
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2025 8:13 pm
by MasonTaylor
Same. Parallel is my standard. Anything less feels like cheating.
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2025 8:13 pm
by OliviaWilson
I have longer legs so ATG feels unnatural. Parallel works best for me — I add hip thrusts for extra glute work.
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2025 8:14 pm
by robertjohn
ATG for me. I keep weights moderate and focus on form. Knees track toes, back neutral, no ego.
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Fri Aug 22, 2025 7:23 pm
by SophiaMiller
I squat deep but only in weightlifting shoes. Without them my heels rise too much.
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Fri Aug 22, 2025 7:24 pm
by SteelSpartan
Parallel minimum, deeper if you can. But don’t force ATG if it wrecks your spine. Form > ego.
Re: Squat Form: Depth vs. Safety
Posted: Fri Aug 22, 2025 7:24 pm
by DarioVigorr
I like ATG because it builds mobility as well as strength. But I stop if my lower back rounds.