High Bar vs Low Bar Squats For Building Muscle

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[@tigergreg8]

I have to thumb up your comment because one thing that drives me crazy is way too much talking and bs about things I didn't click to hear. 👍

[@jayliftz3710]

tigergreg8 what if there blogging there workouts

[@tigergreg8]

@@jayliftz3710 You have to take each situation separately. I understand nothing on YT is cookie cutter

[@RSmith-if1jk]

What can I do loosen hips? Sitting in the bottom of a squat is rough for me bro not to mention I'm 6'4 .. like to see what you advise!

[@Deanfick9990]

EXACTLY! Nooooo long introz for nothing...

[@DatKundalini]

That squat was so deep it left a skidmark on the floor. You resemble Dorian Yates a bit.

[@akhil1753]

YESS

[@richardmarino2732]

Dude, I'm dealing with some shit right now but your description of how it sucked to hold that position & talk gave me a chuckle.....thanks

[@Aaronduhmoron]

Saw a comment from Ryan about harsh criticism on another video. He seems like a genuine human being. I think we could all learn a thing or two from him...

[@ruanjacobs9900]

Hey Richard. Thinking of you dude. Be strong bra💪

[@SpartanTaylor]

Couldn’t agree more to doing both; if I just train high bar, my mobility improves but it’s rough to keep increasing the weight and, over a few months of consistency, my knees start to get a little more tender. With low bar, I can increase the weight each session with virtually zero issues, but over the longer period, my mobility slightly diminishes. Doing both, I get the best of both worlds. I also program in front squats on occasion but I do this more to improve thoracic extension and to help prevent overuse injuries. Great video 👍

[@InTheLate]

One of the best fitness content creators in the game right now

[@chrxme]

Very much agreed

[@T1337P]

except he seems confused about wtf is going on.... follow this guy if you want broscience tips...

[@johnwig285]

@@T1337P ^seems like i aint the only one who thinks that way.

[@derrickg5612]

Nah, not really.

[@brandonmoretti5774]

T1337P That can be a good thing because it puts a lot of things into an easy to understand context rather than a bunch of scientific things that i’m going to think of during a workout

[@gabriel.hongkong]

Can you do a video on mobility and flexibility? Your ability to go that low on a squat is impressive

[@matgoody6594]

I have a rescue cat , his name is gus; me and gus eat chicken breast together for protein ! hes an awesome cat !

[@fahmisinergia7266]

Can gus squat?

[@yellowmamba80y8]

I'll find some Asian to cook stupid ass gus

[@gustavomartincaceres4812]

Man, please look at your mirror before taking to the street! If you put your pants under your trunks people will think that you have superpowers!

[@showmae8459]

@@yellowmamba80y8 you made me spit my food

[@timknowles9730]

If I got down that low, with no bar, I'd not be able to get up. But then, I could be Ryan's grandfather

[@anonymousanonymous5327]

We have waited too long for a trainer video teacher like this

[@shussey1446]

He’s come to save us from that tyrant Jeff Cavalier and all his long winded bullshit

[@gustavomartincaceres4812]

Your technique at HBS is almost O-lifting textbook perfect! Man, I feel like a million bucks watching your videos!

[@round5fit163]

Bro thats awesome that u sit in the squat. I never thought to do that. Feel like my hips will open up easier after that

[@TheUnholyPosole]

It's funny how the people that can't squat heavy always profess the importance of form. Meanwhile the people that squat 700+lbs just stick to what works.

[@williedutoit3372]

I'm 6'7" and find that low bar squats are easier to do as i have long legs with high bar squat i battle to get bar path over the middle of my foot but not with low bar squats

[@thethumper088]

High bar require more flexibility and are definitely harder to do, but low bar it's easier to turn your squat into a messed up good morning.

[@Thongger]

low bar is just easier, full stop. because you dont have to worry as much about keeping your torso upright

[@murffly]

@@thethumper088 It's easier to mess your back up doing high bar if you can't keep the bar over your feet. Puts a very awkward stress on your low back compared to low bar.

[@nomongosinthaworld]

murffly low bar is just as risky once you go heavy. Just do front squats until you’re able to comfortably squat high bar with good form and then stick with that.

[@mikehammer2408]

Low bar squats will give you more stability and power in the "hole" where normally people feel the weakest.

[@wissaliftikhar4540]

If you want to do the low bar then why don't you just do the leg press machine cause it will be way easier,safer and hits the same muscle.

[@timt8925]

He said hole

[@wissaliftikhar4540]

@@timt8925 my bad.

[@JakeLewisReal]

Wissal Iftikhar Eh, not the same. Having a free barbell loaded with weight on your shoulders is a lot different from loading weight at your feet from an angle in a fixed motion. Both good exercises but feel completely different

[@wissaliftikhar4540]

@@JakeLewisReal I totally agree my brother feels are not the same but my point was they are hitting the same muscle group of legs✌.

[@leodegas1510]

This works. I'm 59 and did squats the "normal" way. I researched some power lifting vids and tried the lower bar squats and I hit my goal of 400 lbs that day ( with no belt). I was stuck at 360 lbs for about a month. I felt like I cheated. It was still an effort but easier. It does fill like a leg press. I will do as suggested and do the higher bar squats as well. Have a great day at the gym today .

[@Kleur]

damn 59 and squating 400 lbs gj keep it up

[@steveo3239]

I found low bar squat helped my lower back pain even though it puts more strain there

[@louisewilson5720]

That tip about sitting into the bottom of the squat really helped me get a deeper squat and get heavier thanks for the tips

[@vipinkumar-rn2op]

Sir have one query, does maturation really effect our strength?

[@hermanortez982]

"When it starts to feel like a leg press, then you know you've got it" Fuuuuuuaaark. This guy is a FUCKING genius.

[@Vnm-sh1jv]

Athlean X and Buff dudes had a baby... Love this channel. Seriously. He’s always so informative and I do research to see if it’s just opinion, but it’s not. He knows his stuff.

[@johnwig285]

this is more like John Meadows

[@dylanstevens7554]

In his video on biceps he just says to disregard study's and evidence on muscle building?

[@johnwig285]

@@dylanstevens7554 which i disagree... thats literally broscience man. He totally disregard biomechanics to explain what he THINK he may have worked for him.

[@shiro5811]

My man can you do a vid on abs? Would love to hear your not-so-commonly-known-tips on dem abs. Greetings from Malaysia!

[@oshkotosh2341]

Great description "Not so commonly known tips"

[@lljc9170]

Low key people that are at gyms these days will tell you not to do this because it’s bad for your knees. These are the same people who NEVER hit legs. 🤔👍

[@WooliteMammoth]

squatting in sneakers...."loading the back", "feel like a leg press"....low bar squats shouldn't feel like a leg press. Should feel like a squat, but slightly more angled torso.

[@mossoconnor4417]

Woolite Mammoth I think it depends on the person and how you leg press, I leg press with my feet high and wide and when my low bar is dialed in and feeling strong when I do reps it definitively feels I bit like a leg press. I don’t completely lock out every rep if I’m doing reps of 8+ unless it’s a very heavy Mac effort set, and if you do three reps on one breath it can definatet feel like a leg press

[@frostyshark6317]

If you are a high bar squatter and attempt low bar for the first time or trying to introduce it, I understand why he mentioned it feeling like a leg press. Don't try and say a high bar and low bar should feel the same, they don't at all. No need to nitpick either, the advice is solid.

[@warakanda7356]

I am more comfortable with sumo deadlift. Hasn’t try this technique yet. Anyway, on your recommendation I will try. Your short video is very effective, safe my data hihi.. really really awesome.. tq bro..😬💪👍

[@lyftny]

Digging your videos man! Appreciate how you get right to the point and no fluff like so many others. No wasted time clear and concise.

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[@slap1984]

We need more stuff like this, especially how to make legs grow! "I'm just asking for a friend" 👀

[@Story_Teller_Everyone]

Deep squats for size (ass to grass) for quads, for calf’s only thing I could do to get them to grow was walking incline on treadmill daily using a lot of calf activity during walk. For hams Romanian deadlifts. Coming from a guy with long limbs.

[@darkanddandy6898]

holy crap his glutes are amazing. Definitely taking notes!

[@Jennifer-bo2nb]

His overall physique is amazing!

[@molehansman247]

Bit weird

[@jackpaperhands]

how often do i have to replace my knees with these low bar squats?

[@a1aesthetics946]

I genuinely watch these for fun

[@DerekIwasiuk]

Low bar is definitely the route for bad knees and if your core is wobbly. Little harder on the back if you have disc issues. Many strongman switched to low bar because of knee blow outs in high bar.

[@Kingwinyoutube]

No bullshit program No bullshit supplements Just pure informations Respect

[@bigbadwolf200335]

Why do you do full range of motion on squats when on all your other muscle groups you only move a few inches.

[@kappachan2129]

Less than 5 minutes. Straight to the point. Good advice. Precise. Short but very well explained, guy seems very humble too which make him more likeable. Found the channel yesterday, already binge watched all of the videos. Subbed and all notifications on. If this anyone watching this guy first time, check the rest, worth it.

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Ryan! you are awesome! thanks for the high quality content!

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[@wb2605]

Your videos been really helpful. Happy Thanksgiving

[@MrTommytwotone]

Bro I like all your stuff .....but the ass to the heel does not build as fast as the half or 3/4 squats ......I’m 54 years old .....I do squats every other week .....repping out 400+ for 5 sets......10 reps......The guys at the gym can’t believe how strong I am......they bottom out every rep.....hitting legs twice a week ....their growth is very little..... to me wen I bottom out I feel like I’m at lunch chilling out watching the girls walk by on the boardwalk ......but wen I half squat I can barley walk .....but wen I fast pace a 3/4 squat for 20 reps in can’t stand .....

[@christian9506]

Does high bar squat hurt anyone else’s lower back?

[@BrownBarbellClub]

Hi Christian Possibly you might be having some trouble with bracing. Here's another video that could be useful!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKGrqpmrhs6BmMk

[@powskier]

I do safety bar squats. I can't do low bar squats. Too much pain.. Shoulders nowhere near that flexible. The weight is actually lowering a safety bar squat anyway.

[@klecoxs2]

Hi Ryan I have a Question are lunges one of the best glute builders & strengthening exercises ?

[@G-Fi-High]

If you have a history of bad shoulders, like rotator cuff injuries, DO NOT DO THESE.

[@ryanbua6383]

Wait.... you mean to tell me that it's possible for someone to break down the difference between these two techniques in a video under 4 minutes?! No way. Go add 17 filler minutes to this ASAP Ryan.

[@WesleyWarriner-y8h]

I honestly see Olympic style squats are great. I've seen those type of athletes doing more weight high bar squats than I do low bar. I guess they're training regime is different from what I'm use to. Thanks for posting this man.

[@burnindownthehouse]

The squat is not an Olympic lift, but weightlifters still train it. They generally do high bar squats. Powerlifters generally do low bar squats.

[@Semaj.18272]

Bio mechanics says squats hits quads only ! Ok I get it if you go below 90 . But if you stay at 90 and low bar I swear it his my fkn glutes and hamstrings as well ! Like deadlifts biomechanics says it’s hits hamstrings I get it but that’s what built my back and traps

[@markkelton2132]

This channel can have some good moments, but overall he overcomplicates things and steers you away from the basic beginners need to worry about (progressive overload, basic compound movements, etc). Look up videos on KZbin that get into a lot more detail about this.

[@kgsfitness7806]

Thank you for the videos. Why is there never anyone in gym you go to? Lol. I wanna join that gym.

[@xtraterastrielrede5513]

I used to hold the bar on my chest and squat, it built my ability to hold my hands out like a bronze statue, does that squat actually build up the chest though? Thanks

[@christopherduran9658]

Any idea of doing squats on leg day with bad knees. I work through the pain not feeling like I'm doing a quality squat rep. Any ideas on how I can do squat without snapping my knee, thank you.

[@ipikture]

I grew up only doing low bar squats. Nothing I see that everybody does when they do high bar squats, the average person seems to do way too much and their acceleration out of the holethey drive with their hips first let their upper body lean forward and then the bar goes off of plane. And they finish the move by straightening out their back. I'm 62 trying to get back in shape. I'd be interested in seeing more videos on how to train as you get older needing for strength and muscle joint longevity with the additional time needed for recovery. that's the hardest thing I seem to find now is how long it takes to recover after a good workout. And at the same time I then feel like I'm losing some of my because of the time it does take to recover. Thanks again really enjoy your channel.

[@ms-we1ku]

That's not a low bar squat. That's a squat in with the bar in the low position with high bar mechanics. The value of the lowbar squat over the highbar is that it invovles the hamstrings, hips and lowback more, as well as reducing the moment arm on the knees in favor of the hips. The hips need to move back so the back angle can be increased, and as a result the knees can stay back. Ryans knees and hips are too forward, and he isn't bending over enough.

[@legionariuscenturio2601]

I really wish I did low bar when I started going to the gym because now I busted my ankle and whenever I'm running or doing a high bar my ankle just says "put that bar back because I'm gonna f u up if u don't do that" now I can only do low bar. I still don't know what to do with my ankle tho

[@GXDee]

I've cancelled all other my KZbin fitness subscription. Your channel is really very informative, precise and short like it should be. Keep it up.

[@alexpark1694]

Shaz Gujjar tf y

[@imcoleyourenot8391]

Alex Park lmao right

[@edunoluwasegun5093]

Music name please😭😭 I heavier I do with squats is 95KG is there a way I can increase the weights

[@John-to2ki]

Ryan, you ever consider doing a video about not feeling shitty? I’m 27 and it seems like i always feel like shit and haven’t gained muscle in the gym forever. I stick to a non processed food diet but still feel crappy. Any help to break out of this rut and start progressing again would be amazing!

[@Pxrosh]

Get more sunlight, supplement d3 fish oil magnesium boron zinc & get your test levels checked

[@Steve1980]

Love the short vids, keep it up! Any chance of a squat mobility vid?

[@robdixson196]

people that trash a deep squat are the ones without the flexibility to do them. i will admit I am jealous how you drop ass to grass comfortably.

[@nickvoelker7180]

Q: What type of squats do you do? A: All of them I switched to low bar a few years ago because I was unable to left heavy on high bar after crushing a couple of vertebrae. I really wish I had done it sooner.

[@richardmarino2732]

Hope you're doing better. Was that injury specific to high bar?

[@nickvoelker7180]

@@richardmarino2732 No, not squat related. Like I could lift enough weight to do that kind of damage, haha. It's just the direct vertical load on the high bar puts too much pressure on the lower back. I still do them, but with at lower weights focusing on volume, and I moved to the low bar as my primary.

[@namutae7759]

Can you do a video on mobility work for squat

[@dtm3110]

I'm scared of squats cause I have knee and back pain when I do leg day -.- am a beginner though

[@amex4453]

Improve your form...start with bodyweight squats....then empty bar squats

[@vrilginitymaxxer]

You should warm up before. Stretching is actually bad for you, but squatting with a lower weight or running before squatting will help.

[@FK-we1dp]

nice video but dang that gay music really made it hard to watch

[@pintorespanol6123]

the best channel I've ever seen showing The right way to do work outs.

[@coffeebupper834]

I love this guys channel 😙✌🚬🤤

[@brown1william]

I typically do the high bar squat. I am going to try low bar because I seem to keep pinching a nerve in my neck/shoulder. I am hoping the low bar will eliminate this pinching.

[@robrivera3488]

Hey Ryan great video and content! I love the down to earth to the point way you talk and train. Can you do a video about guy's that have knee issues and how to train around it? I have osteoarthritis so would really appreciate what you recommend as a trainer how to train around that....thanks

[@robertcachia6484]

Low bar squat's are great and easier on the knees. Just ask Mark Ripitoe.

[@Mingmingmeow90]

here's what i know, high bar gives me knee pain, low bar doesn't

[@imdannymartins]

The BEST FITNESS channel in my opinion sorry JEFF

[@jphopkins1494]

Ive torn my acl in both knees. Im 29. Will i ever be able to do this?

[@epicmonkeydrunk]

Only found ur channel yday, loving every video so far.

[@adilzahidoglu4291]

Thank you. I think for bb safety squat bar much better.

[@jaimejaime3850]

You explained it all in 10 seconds Front squats /quads High bar / quads and bit of glutes Low bat /posterior Been doing low bar for years my ass is huge lol stared doing high bar and damn my quads !!!!!

[@TynoGH]

shoulder mobility drills for low bar squat?

[@atl3630]

My legs are as strong as wet spaghetti noodles. Look the same as well. Can't squat for shit - I have lower back issues, *ucked up disks, etc. WHAT CAN I DO

[@BrownBarbellClub]

Hi You can start with bodyweight squats and progress towards an empty bar and then some weights. Here's another video that could be useful!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKGrqpmrhs6BmMk

[@juliocarpio1]

Good content, would be good if you can talk a little slow. You speak so fast.

[@experienceaccelerated7039]

Hes actually incredibly coherent for implementing exercises in-between speech. Also if hes taken any sort of stim preworkout this is normal range.

[@dariushickman8712]

I do A LOT of stretching and try to get more flexibility in my hips/hip flexors, but no matter how much I stretch, I can’t squat that deep. I’ve put small plates under my heels, opened and closed my stance to see what works best and still can’t get deep. What else can I do?

[@BrownBarbellClub]

Here's another video that could be useful!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKGrqpmrhs6BmMk

[@ronardramos621]

simple we are in the presence of a monster...that man is a real monster.....

[@rimonmack538]

If you could kindly cut that music in between the pauses. It's not fun for a very informative video. Regards

[@marceljones2149]

Ryan, Iḿ loving the variety here for squats but do you have an suggestions for guys with a knee injury who still want to go hard on leg day? Great content man, thanks.

[@bbrockRailFan]

Kick Ass Ryan you have an excellent training web site. Keep up the great advise.

[@markwilliams6378]

What's the best leg exercises for someone with bum knees ?

[@denisflorian2431]

Just do what feels best, they both build just as much, stop worrying about it, i switched to low bar because it felt more comfortable and got better gains because it was more comfortable and could lift more, and i didn't switch to low bar actually, i just put the bar where it felt best.

[@NikkiNexo777]

This is perfect. I'm going to try this tomorrow morning. I haven't been getting much out of my squats lately, but with this oh, I think that is going to change. Thanks Ryan.

[@shariaralamin6062]

Trust me I am a big fan ! And I really get inspired.

[@heyitsme3682]

Your content is real helpful but can you do this for pull ups? Since i only workout at home and the only equipment i have to mimic lat pulldown is the pull up bar thanks in advance

[@berserker66]

At the end of the video, that was the best explanation to do both in that they compliment each other. For years I only heard the debate which is better and all the variables to which is better for a tall lifter. The last year I decided to not listen to any of that BS and just squat every way possible.

[@TimKollat]

I can lift more weight low bar, but my quads are never sore. What do you think about high bar close leg stance for quads?

[@BrownBarbellClub]

Hi High bar with a closer leg stance will definitely hit more on your quads as compared to low bar. Here's another video that could be useful!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKGrqpmrhs6BmMk

[@coolflame18]

I watched a video from you 8 months ago and then this one. All I can say is that you're really losing your hair.

[@DV-zv4ox]

How is that related to high vs low bar squats? Douche...

[@dev4statingx90]

Your vids are awesome. Short and sweet. Thanks youtube algorithm

[@honkytonk8036]

I'm 5 '4" 130 lbs. 38 years old. I have been on and off, biggest I ever got was 158 lbs, I have been relearning a lot from Ryan's channel. I guess because of my size, I have always been able to cut up fairly easily. I wish I could afford to have him train me. Experimenting with his work outs, I have started to see growth in my problem areas. Enough so, I even have haters at the gym.

[@fernandoconde9892]

What leg exercises do you recommend for sciatica pain. That's why I don't do squats

[@caperjim]

Great videos. Subscribed. Please do a video on going to failure. Thanks.

[@martingrdan5475]

Hi, I really your videos, can you please make a video about best 6day split/program for naturals? (and how many sets/reps per week if u can include it)

[@thomaspaine7482]

Ryan what brand is your unilateral leg press please?? It looks awesome. Thanks!

[@WhiteWolf-jt9mr]

Wt an amazing person..god bless brother

[@meowlover1142]

What are your thoughts on head position in the squat???

[@MiguelReyes-sg5gd]

Awesome advice thanxs for shareing

[@vatchev]

great video with very useful information. however, it is difficult to watch you squat with these shoes

[@geetashukla121]

Just vow man. Really man thanks for making these awesome video no one talks like that deep. By deep means the little but more important knowledge you provide thanks men we really need that keep up the good work and plz never stop making videos plus always gives the little tips and important tricks that's what i mainly like good luck mate may god bless you.