[quote]hungry4more wrote:
But either way, I heart front squats so much. On par with my love for my mother actually. [/quote]
Better hope she is not reading this then?
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Dip Belt Squats - no compression on spine whatsoever and incredible exercise for legs! High reps especially (20+)
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Trap bar deadlift - some compression but not like back squat. Worth trying to see if works for you. If it does it is an awesome tool not only for legs but full body, complex movement that you can go HEAVY with.
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Tire/Sled dragging - If harness worn at waist or below absolutely no compression on spine at all.
I use all 3 of these to avoid compression on the spine and have had some real good success with them.
[quote]belligerent wrote:
A leg press takes all the load off your back. Using a machine won’t kill you.[/quote]
Not the way most people use it.
[quote]kross001 wrote:
[quote]hungry4more wrote:
But either way, I heart front squats so much. On par with my love for my mother actually. [/quote]
Better hope she is not reading this then? [/quote]
You have no idea dude, this is actually a compliment for her, not front squats.
Zercher Squats were the only squat I could do for some time.
Luberjack squats, goblet squats, and front squats are also grand, though the first two don’t allow for a lot of weight.
I am no longer able to squat or DL at all, so I’ve grown quite fond of bi-lateral work. Reverse Lunges, heavy DB step-ups, and all the myriad ham/glute movements can still allow for great gains.
When I had hurt my back, I couldn’t even squat 125 without significant pain. What I ended up doing was holding a heavy dumbbell in the goblet squat position and doing lunges. Makes me breath and sweat like I’ve done a couple of full on sprints within a couple reps.
Hey guys Thanks again for all the replies. I tried some of the pointers and tips and they really helped on my last workout. Just wanted to give the tippers a hat tip.