How to Barbell Squat WITHOUT a Rack (back or front squats) | Olympic Lifting

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[@ItzEddieTv]

i’m here because the corona virus closed all my gyms so i have a barbell but no rack

[@Criticalbench]

Cool! We have tons of videos/follow-along exercises you can do at home -- go ahead and check it out!

[@michaelandrewdemaguil716]

I took the plates and bar from my gym to my house..good thing there is no cctv😅

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@T M the struggle is real mate bruh😪

[@sterlinglanfear2431]

Im 14 and am working out at my school gym which doesn’t have a squat rack, thank you for this 🙏

[@Criticalbench]

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[@mariomirquis9393]

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[@Kinjo7]

​@@mariomirquis9393 I would like to know what numbers God could squat

[@DANGJOS]

Short and to the point. No needless diatribes. Nice!

[@Criticalbench]

Much appreciated!

[@junkyard-p1s]

I live in a 1 bedroom apt. No squat rack.No spotter. So this video ,is pretty much what I do. But I don't do the front version, I just use lighter weight. And do the behind the head version. Better than no squat!!🏋️‍♂️

[@Criticalbench]

Indeed… good for you!! Thanks for sharing! 👍🏻💪🏻

[@damonclark5742]

With lighter weight perhaps it would be best to focus on volume ( high reps ) since heavy loads is out of the question.

[@ASKEROSO1ER]

@@damonclark5742 yes that’s a great tip.a also with light weight you can really focus on the range of motion and slow down the rep to feel that burn

[@monsterhuntervideos4446]

You can safely go heavier, but you just have to increase the weight very gradually and only up it when it starts to feel easy. You just want to make sure you're fully adapted to lifting it back up over the back off your head after finishing your reps before deciding to up the weight. I only up the weight by 2.5 KGS when I feel ready. Obviously you can't go as heavy as when you use a rack, but you can still adapt to lift relatively heavy. Like the other people have commented just do higher reps and go slower to make up for not lifting at your max. You can still go all out on Dead Lifts if training at home.

[@matthewm1525]

There is another way. It’s called the Steinborn Squat. They started doing squats, like we do today, before they built racks. So they would load weights (or the bar would have the weight built in) and lift the bar in its end. Then they would stand next to the bar and slowly lower the bar on to their back as the would squat down. And gradually moving faster and more quickly, they would lower the bar into their back until they were at the bottom of a squat movement. When you’re done you lean the bar end down while at the bottom again, and push the bar upright. I would highly recommend doing this with lighter weight at first. lol

[@uzzie88]

I already do this. It becomes difficult when you need to increase the weight.

[@Criticalbench]

Yeah, it works with lighter and medium loads. Heavy lifting requires the right environment...aka a Power Rack. CC

[@ernestiechevalierchildprod1586]

@@Criticalbench or a fucking strong ass shoulder girdle for press and bad azz clean clean

[@lordboros2959]

So decrease rest time or work in over head press

[@bigdaddytrips6197]

Well no shit

[@bigdaddytrips6197]

@@Criticalbench yeah good way to tear a rotator cuff to idiot

[@atkvin]

Just tried this with a moderately heavy barbell(still a beginner, rip), managed to get it into position with some difficulty! Thanks alot bud, don't have to pull some crazy acrobatics and risk breaking a bone trying to get it into position to do some home squats now! Gonna give this a try next leg workout! :)

[@mariomirquis9393]

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[@yuussee]

​@@mariomirquis9393how heavy jesus go on squats

[@liquidcorundum6568]

@@yuussee Based on the physique depicted by Ethereal Snake, I'd say 405 at least.

[@LoquaciousApe]

That clean was beautiful.

[@Criticalbench]

+LoquaciousApe Josh does a nice clean :) Thanks! CC

[@JoshuaMcclellandRelentless]

+LoquaciousApe thanks buddy!

[@oz_jones]

I know right?

[@oscarstenberg2745]

Daniel Muñoz Get someone else to put on weights on the bar after you have it on your back. Just make sure to figure out a way to so the bar doesn't flip lol

[@dazza123401]

cleaner than my room

[@gottfriedosterbach3907]

I don't typically do that since it limits my weight, but I tend to clean from the floor for my overhead press. Same position for OHP, push press, or front squats.

[@NiceRoboT]

Thank for the video man! I was doing it just like this with my home equipment, but wanted to make sure i was doing it properly.

[@Broken_Arrow58]

Only video I found here showing a proper lift technique. Thanks, man.

[@Criticalbench]

No problem! Happy to help!

[@wildcaterpie]

I used to be strong enough to do this with a decent amount of weight. Tried again after months off and almost toppled myself over LOL. Guess I’ll start small and slowly add on some 5’s haha...

[@nattyforlife]

🤣

[@ckPinson-n4j]

here from the future to say thanks. i'm waiting on my rack to be delivered and have been doing cleans into front squats but i'm going to work on overhead into back squats having seen this. thanks again

[@AwestaKhalid]

If you feel weird or uneasy moving the bar from the collarbones to behind the neck, AND have decent Overhead press strength, you can press or push press the bar to a full lockout, stabilize and get your bearings, then give it a controlled drop by dipping down a bit just before it makes contact and kind of "absorbing" any impact that may have occurred. I like it much better unless the weight is light. Gives me peace of mind. Great vid btw.

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks

[@seancarter5828]

How about cleaning the bar back up from the back squat position? I noticed in the video he doesn't lock it out first when returning the bar. Seems like that would be safer than just trying to clear the head.

[@ptarleton]

If you're in a gym without a squat rack you're in the kind of gym that's gonna be pretty upset if you miss a clean and drop that bar on the floor. If you're absolutely stuck at a place like this it'll be a better use of your time to do lunges with the bar in a front squat position. Whatever you can Front Squat for a set of 5 will be close or exceed what you can Clean. However, whatever you can Front Rack Lunge for a set of 10 reps per leg will be something you can easily Power Clean and lower under control.

[@mariaportugall1933]

+Penn Tarleton Just wonderful, I been tryin to find out about "exercises to improve grip strength" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Yenabriel Deadlift Smasher - (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some super things about it and my mate got amazing success with it.

[@zazugee]

i always did it this way, but today was stuck bc 30kg + 7kg for homegym bar, was too much for me, but after watching your technic i realized that i needed more momentum and you doing it with 40kg+20kg for olympic bar made me believe it's possible so i ended doing it!

[@therabbit1224]

Thanks so much for your video! Due to quarantine, gyms here in Pma are closed and I do have space for a barbell but not for a rack! I'll follow and practice this!

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome!

[@rickpickle2077]

I had never thought of utalizing the bench as a rack... thanks!

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome!

[@bidet1098]

I needed this so badly! Got my wrists injured doing it with improper form, and ive finally found a good video. Thanks man, ill incorporate this when im not near a rack

[@ramahuy]

i want to building my own home gym, but trying to focusing on the weight first instead other equipments. This video really enlight me so much, thank you very much

[@Jenny-nd8ke]

Thank you!! Now I can try to improve my front squat and start doing back squats w/o a rack too :)!

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome!! :-)

[@AliErgunes]

I couldn't use dips for front squat yesterday, this might work well for me. Thanks! I will practise with light weights first.

[@molehansman247]

I'm in this position as I train at home. My back squat is lagging so far behind my other lifts.

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[@masterk7555]

Thanks dear , short and sweet video... U solved my problem..love from India

[@Criticalbench]

Most welcome 😊

[@jurresalden5975]

Better yet, if your gym doesn't have a rack.. Switch gyms.

[@alicereader]

This is usefull for people who dont go to the gym but have a set of barbell and plates in home.

[@nickdantzlerward8567]

Yep, that's why I'm watching.

[@lexbeltran1354]

Thales Anastácio I just use my dip bars for that.

[@1990hennesy]

I’m currently on my vacation and hotel’s gym doesn’t have rack, actually it seems like I’m the only person visiting this gym, so no one gives a fuck about the absences of such essential tool as rack

[@user-mk8ch1ew6k]

My home is my gym lol

[@Lobster9999]

Beautiful execution!

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jfedererj]

Eh this technique for back-squatting without a rack assumes that the person doing it can (at least once) overhead press what they can squat... for most people, that's not the case. Back squats are all about high weight, low reps. Imo, advising people to put a high weight on their back in this way is potentially dangerous.

[@aveoturbo1]

JC J he says that you won't be able to do as much weight as with a rack.... In this case the amount you can squat will be limited, but it is good in a pinch. Listen a little harder next time dude.

[@boobiedefloop6097]

Did you even watch the fuckin video.

[@oscarstenberg2745]

JC J If you have a friend they can put on weights after you have it on your back

[@Strontius89]

low reps? 20 rep widowmaker sets at the end of my work sets with backsquats is the best thing I ever did for leg growth

[@a_fuckin_spacemarine7514]

JC J Yes it can be, I used to do it for years. I would not recommend it.

[@mayursanap]

Finally someone made a video on this. Thanks buddy ❤️👍

[@nemonemo6285]

Great for us at home without lots of equipment. Thank you

[@Criticalbench]

It sure is! We can't wait for you to try these moves!

[@bendodd2405]

If you want to train your legs like that with heavier weight then clean it up to front or back rack position the do bulgarian split squats. That weight he was squatting on a single leg is very challenging and will improve your regular back and front squat plus it's far more functional

[@hoop21itup]

thanks man! great video, great form. Keep it up!

[@Criticalbench]

+hoop21itup Your're welcome! Josh is good to go! CC

[@rolandmine6693]

Ty I have football weight lifting and training this helped a lot

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome! Glad this helped👍

[@MrJohnluvit]

Thanks Bro, I work a in a remote area with no gym now I can work legs with the weights I have .

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome....so glad this helped you out. Stay strong!

[@stamatisvragas7720]

You can also do pistol squats with weights too if youre strong, also any unilateral work at all like bulgarian split squat or lunges. Lets not also forget the behind the back deadlift

[@NickMillermusic]

Checking this out due to Coronavirus. Just ordered some bumper plates and a 20kg barbell. This will work well for squats, I'll just use lighter weights and do more reps. Deadlifts are ok. Trying to workout how to bench..... I have limited space in my garage and will have to swap car in and out so can't leave a bench or rack there permanently.

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome! Let us know how it goes, Nick 👍🏼

[@jeffreybabino8161]

Hi great video thanks yearsago when I didn't have squat racks i had a barbell and a bench thanks

[@moetthepoet]

It's far safer and smarter to just work on pistol squats if you don't have a rack.. if you aren't able to do a pistol (most of us can't) look up a progression and work through the steps. Hungarian split squats are another much safer alternative.

[@Criticalbench]

Yes, pistols are awesome and should be added to your training but learning how to do a clean and front or back squat is also very advantageous and should be done with light to moderate weight. Thanks. CC

[@alicereader]

Bulgarian split squats are really a very good option, but pistols are dangerous to do with weights, because at the botton position your back round, so every weight you hold may overload the spine.

[@wojtekimbier]

I used to do 10+ pistol squats on each leg but then when I started lifting weights I couldn't squat much, I think you can't use one of those exercises to replace the other.

[@DavyDave1313]

Tried it with just the bar and I managed to bump the back of my huge ass head LOL I’m so glad I did a no weight trial run first. Fully loaded it could have been bad. I’ll get the hang of it

[@greatgiginthesky100]

Lol!

[@TakezoMushashi]

I do these at home when I have no rack until I get one in the next few months. You can still do 8-12 reps and you can improve your form from practice. If you want to train power and strength at a quicker rate or for dedicated lifting you will need a rack in case of failure and to put it down because you will not be shoulder pressing what you can squat.

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[@morelife6508]

this is what i do in my garage.. although i do have a rack.. a good endurance cycle is to do some standing military presses, then immediately put the bar on your back for some squats. you only need 135 or maybe even 175... whatever the case, its a hard work out for sure.

[@erikavivar5586]

I finally did it, thank you so much

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome! Congrats and thanks for watching. CC

[@WilsonHoPhotography]

That's pretty impressive. Thanks for sharing.

[@Criticalbench]

Thanks for watching!

[@clivevis6971]

Thank you so much Just what I needed

[@Criticalbench]

Right on time 👊

[@veni.vidi.vici6]

Love the idea of squatting heavy no rack. 1. You are making sure your uppy body can even handle the weight, and also I think people already go too heavy on squats before fully developing. Deadlifts are exception. You just lift off the floor and can obviously go heavier on those before squats

[@MiguelPrimal]

Thank you brother

[@harrisoncarter9187]

Awesome video.

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you for watching!

[@vincentpeter1779]

I learned I can sit on my bench backwards and sit where my head goes. my shoulders under the bar and stand.

[@τζατζικιαβοκαντο]

And how do you put back the bar once youve finished without hurting your lower back?

[@elricdrick6821]

@@τζατζικιαβοκαντο drop that sh@% to the ground and break it!

[@ReggieSamuel]

Thanks! Great tutorial and straight to the point!💪🏽

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome!

[@enzoaugusto4554]

Thank you bro, that was beautiful. Just beautiful

[@Criticalbench]

My pleasure!

[@savavgeX]

Thanks Bro! Great advice! Keep Going On! 👍💪🔋

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome! We love sharing tips that you can add to your workout routine. We'll share more so watch out for them 👍

[@josephhuggins439]

A friend of mine just gave me a shit load of weights and 2bars ...so I need this information

[@iori98fan]

Just what I was looking for thanks

[@Criticalbench]

You’re welcome!

[@doomguy349]

This is actually perfect thanks!

[@Criticalbench]

You’re welcome!

[@sumrandumguy7177]

What are the dimensions of that bar (length and diameter)? Looks like a 6ft long 2in thick power bar to me, is that right?

[@voic3l3ss85]

With practice I'll make it! Nice video! 💪

[@Criticalbench]

Yes you will!!!

[@jimmyshitbags741]

I'm going to try this, I bet I fuck myself up trying this.

[@AzureSymbiote]

Thank you. I workout at home and don't have a rack.

[@Anton-lv9fw]

2:20 why can't you do this? it seems fairly easy to do and a good way to squat without the rack? Pls explain this more why we can't do this exactly?

[@exitmybase6298]

Every time I lift weights I do my back in I wanna lift everyday but I keep hurting my back

[@Criticalbench]

have you considered using things like resistance bands?

[@KM-mi5ob]

Your technique must be off, triple check technique, lower the weight and concentrate on getting the movement correct before increasing weight. Honestly, just watch athlean x

[@KM-mi5ob]

@@Criticalbench i cant believe a fitness channel wouldnt immediately recommend checking technique. Bands arent going to help anyone who's doing their back in lifting, if the cause is bad technique. Also this video is a great way to injure your shoulder. Nobody should be doing, what is essentially a behind head shoulder press with squat weight. Sketchy coaching

[@retarded8122]

don't watch Athlean-x while he gives somewhat decent advice most of the time there's a ton of misleading bullshit he posts. In many videos his form is absolute garbage including ohp, squat and deadlift

[@joshuanichols278]

@@retarded8122 I think I still trust Athlean X more than you....... I mean unless you've trained NFL linebackers before

[@lizserrick7914]

This doesn't seem very safe - I'm going to skip back squats if I work out at home, and just use my barbell for deadlifts and hip thrusts. Think it'll be much safer to do goblet squats with a dumbbell instead, but I might invest in a home rack.

[@ΆγιοςΡαφαήλ-γ4ξ]

This back squats are killers.do do them

[@ΆγιοςΡαφαήλ-γ4ξ]

dont do them

[@wordupmagazines32]

Pussy

[@ernestiechevalierchildprod1586]

pussy

[@wlos4029]

There's always hack squats

[@-Jake]

Lol I feel like the last clip was directed towards me. I tried balancing the bar on the handles meant for dips

[@TasM17]

Whats the length of the barbell you used?

[@ununoctiumspine1189]

That clean was quite clean

[@Aleister_Donny]

In my opinion, if you don't have access to a rack go with dumbbell squats holding the dumbbells at your side this way you can squat heavy without having to worry about cleaning up the weight from the floor.

[@pgringel]

Then you'll do as well just to hack squat with a barbell

[@SupERsNipAa327]

thank you bro, the other way I was doing it was causing too much strain on my shoulders

[@Criticalbench]

Glad I could help

[@SupERsNipAa327]

@@Criticalbench where are you guys based at

[@PizeFish]

Very informative thank you

[@Criticalbench]

Welcome!

[@seraphimh]

I do not think I would use the bench press as a poor man's squat rack. Too many moving parts. Sure, I could do it 99 out of 100 times, but that one time I am clumsy would be a memorable mistake. the first technique is a good one, and I have done that many times.

[@chriswilson5471]

+Priest Seraphim Holland That last part was a joke :) Just a bit of humor at the end! CC

[@solitarymaninblack]

Like the music.

[@Thjr13enGhost]

the thing is that i can't reach max weight without a rack, because i cant front squat with that much weight. As for back squat, im having problem hoping the bar above my head in order to put it down.

[@Criticalbench]

Well, yeah. You're not going to be working with maximal or near maximal loads without a rack. This is more for light to moderate squat workouts. Heavy squats require the right equipment...a power rack :) CC

[@gulinborsti]

u have to improve your power clean then, after that go for cleans, fronts need upper back strenght also. Try doing them in every workout, best as first movement, theres many options just do them in every workout like olympic weightlifters

[@molehansman247]

Getting the weight onto my back isn't a problem it's popping it back over when you're gassed from a set. I'm gonna end up with huge, weak legs 😑

[@jbotha181]

@@molehansman247 - bend your legs a little and "hop" it up while pressing upwards with your arms, you'll be surprised how easy it comes back. Obviously there are limits, can drain yourself completely and want to offload with any effort, you'll have to leave a little in the tank, but a great way to get the juices going

[@dunstonmunson8314]

Coolness..thank you..takes a bit of getting used to..especially cleaning the bar for me..

[@Criticalbench]

You'll get used to it soon. Keep it up :-)

[@gotitgone2483]

Respect ✊

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you

[@SRJ-Abcdef]

Thanks ✅

[@noraadila6003]

Thanks I need to practice more 🥰

[@Criticalbench]

You got this, Nora! 💪

[@Sherdil08]

Isn't there any other way to do barbell squats without going through deadlift (not having rack)

[@mohammedsani2956]

I really enjoy the lesson

[@Criticalbench]

Super! Glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching.

[@Adam-do8ny]

Why should you not do what was shown at the end? Picking it up from a bench rack

[@ovunique7606]

very useful video actually........... thank u

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome! Glad you found it uselful 👌

[@AndrewZaidan1997]

I'm truly concerned because I use my bench press machine as my squat rack, and i'm worried if I drop the weight it will be dangerous and loud, so I might take your advice and squat outside.

[@jerianderson3844]

How do you squat in a power rack?

[@Criticalbench]

Just like a regular squat rack with the J hook attachments ✊🏼

[@anarchymachine5221]

İ had to military press my squat weight... So it never goes like more then 45 😆

[@cesarat7396]

So, what is the key to a proper initial clean? The front hips popping up the bar?

[@Criticalbench]

Keeping the shoulders over the bar and the elbows extended as long as possible while the hips, knees, and ankles are extending

[@GoldenGateNum9]

Thanks just what I wanted.. look on youtube for something you get a million hits but never what your looking for. Very nice legs👌

[@Criticalbench]

Glad you like it!

[@tabletdoodlewithtomtdt6679]

The back squat is dangerous with this method especially during failure

[@Criticalbench]

Why's that?

[@gustavocvieira8584]

Can't you just drop it behind you while moving forward? Sure, you'll fuck the floor but you'll be fine

[@KingDracoon]

I've been following this since I came across it and it's helped out a lot. And question is. I've reached a point where it's exhausting to clean lift 170-180lbs to perform a set of squats without a rack. Would it be better to squat a certain wgt lvl with no rack or should I use dumbbells? I own two adjustables that can go up to 90lbs per db.

[@ichiroutakashima4503]

This video was 5 years ago, but man, I'm honestly embarassed and stupid. I guess I'm lucky that my back and spine didn't get fucked up. Because at 2:16, that literally was me, more or less, I am wrongly dropping the barbell and bracing my back to absorb the impact.

[@Criticalbench]

Glad you found this video

[@ishtarfolmagi3829]

I used to do the back squat like that, but one time I mistimed by a milisecond or something, the bar landed on my shoulders a little bit wrongly and i felt a sharp jolt down my spine. Fortunately no injuries, but i realized it could have been quite dangerous if i was using a heavier weight/ehxausted so i dont do it anymore 😬

[@Criticalbench]

Gotta be sure your core is engaged

[@shutdahellup69420]

Back squats are risky if you fail on your last rep, gotta be really careful with what you can lift.

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you for your comment. Have a nice day!

[@Krakaet]

I tried doing this, but i just don't think im proficient enough with the clean movement. I experience shoulder impingement every time I try. Yet, I can overhead press without any problem. So, i have no idea what I'm doing wrong. I'll just wait for my backordered power rack to arrive, I think.

[@Criticalbench]

I think you are making a good decision based on what you describe above. Let us know how it goes when your power rack comes.

[@Krakaet]

@@Criticalbench Thanks for the reply, guys. Will do. If there's one thing I have learned, it's not to mess around with a movement that causes sudden and unexpected pain. I haven't stepped foot in a gym since March and I only recently was able to acquire an olympic power bar and weight plates of my own for my home, as everything has been either out of stock or on backorder from most equipment distributors. I am pretty excited to get my power rack, however. It's the flagship T2 rack from Titan. . . the only rack short enough to fit in my 72" clearance basement. It's definitely a good start!

[@muhammadelkahwagy96]

Thank you.

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome!

[@LDarlong]

How safe is the back squat variation with heavy weight? In terms of shifting from the clean

[@Criticalbench]

If you are familiar with the movement and can execute it properly it should not be an issue. However, if you are new to this then you want to start out light while getting your form and technique on point before going heavy.

[@carolinadocarmo3783]

Just got my barbell today yay

[@Criticalbench]

Awesome! So excited for you 💪

[@carolinadocarmo3783]

Criticalbench thank you for the video ! With gyms being closed due to the pandemic this is extremely helpful

[@pablovelez2053]

Bro can you make a video on how to catch the bar in front of the shoulders

[@S87-p6c]

Thanks for this great video. Made my workout a bit easier. But I'm limited by the weight I can shoulder press to get the bar over my back. Will raising the volume with reps and sets make up for the lack of weight progression? Are front squats better than back squats with this technique?

[@gm-xj4gj]

Can we do dumbbell squat instead

[@Criticalbench]

Yes

[@simonsays3391]

A true Chad. Thanks for the lesson.

[@Criticalbench]

You're welcome. Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@PampichieLLC]

That was perfect

[@Criticalbench]

Thank you!

[@moneymafialive]

This is only way I can do barbell squats. It works and is much more challenging . Annoying part is you can’t push your self too hard or you won’t be able to get the bar down safely.

[@Criticalbench]

That is great advice!

[@manevaboda8946]

What's wrong with the last option?

[@tawilk]

is there a good way to practice for the flexibility and maneuver to get into front rack position? I don't feel confident in my ability to get into and keep that position.

[@Criticalbench]

A lot of people find this position a little awkward. However, it does become more comfortable with practice. What I can suggest is to start including more functional movement exercises as well as stretching exercises into your programming to help improve your flexibility, and your ability to get into this position and hold it comfortably.

[@Andy_Russell]

I’m off to go try this… if you don’t hear back from me, check in with my local hospital

[@Criticalbench]

Keep us posted 😂

[@Andy_Russell]

@@Criticalbench worked like a charm. Thanks bud!