Nutri-Sport Training Tip: Box squats
February 21, 2012 by Ryan Irwin
During a squat or athletic event, the most difficult portion of a motion is driving out of the bottom portion of the lift or position (commonly called the “hole). The box squat is a great exercise to help develop power here.
There are a lot of different variations and variables in this exercise, the biggest is whether one is using supportive equipment (squat suit) or just a belt. In this video, Mike Beiter demonstrates the way that would best carry over to those squatting without such equipment.
The biggest key is to lower yourself onto the box under control (verses “plopping” down). Also maintain good form, staying upright and engaging the hips.
Try this on your next leg day as an accessory following your normal squat routine.
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