Squat 462x20, Raw, Deep, No Belt, No Wraps

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My best 20 rep squat to date. My training partners said it looked like I had a few more reps in me, but I couldn't take the mental anguish of banging out more than 20 today.
I haven't decided yet if this is the end of my squat accumulation phase or if I'll extend it one more week. As you can see in the video, I've started adding in some heavy singles to condition my body to them.

[@LexingtonPlummer]

Insane to think when I watched this as a young middle school kid I was maxing at around 185 lbs on my squat and now I'm squatting 600 lbs without equipment and 700 lbs with wraps. Thank you for many years of inspiration!

[@onlyadrenaline]

I was going to call bullshit on your comment and then I checked out your vids. Damn you are one strong dude Lex. Keep it up

[@crazyweirdomimicers]

What createn r u on m8te. daayuuummm.. sick progress

[@spawn142001]

+crazyweirdomimicers hes young bro, im 22 all you need to do is eat, quit worrying about your fucking abs, lift some heavy ass weight and sleep. I see so many people my age dead lifting like 45 pounds for reps or squatting 1 plate on each side and i just dont even know what to say, You have the most testosterone you will ever have in your life natrually at this age and if you push a heavy weight hard your bodys going to go oh shit lets release more. And so many people dont eat, they're so concerned about their beach six pack they cant even bench 150 its a joke. Take some fucking adderall if you want to live like that you dont even need to work out.

[@crazyweirdomimicers]

spawn142001 I know what you mean m8te. Seen lots of these curl bros in the gym. Sad to see such potential go down the drain from stupidity. Gotta heavyweight man. Lightweight baby

[@wannabeserpento99]

When did you start shooting roids?

[@Mongoosemcqueen]

still to this day one of the most impressive feats ive seen, not only in fitness but in life in general

[@kcklub]

+D. Trev woah, that must be crazy, let me watch

[@TheAnthon88]

Dude you are an animal! Your form and depth is beastly too. I just finished the 20 rep squat program an hour ago and am pumped as hell. I am no where on your level though, weighing 205 and finishing the program with 275 x 20, it still feels good man!

[@bearhardman]

one of the best squatting videos I've ever seen. Disgustingly rough workout, amazing form, huge respect.

[@joextwo]

I was impressed with the 20 reps. Then I realized it was a warm-up lol real inspiring stuff man!

[@Herrero1]

People who don't train can't understand how awesome this is

[@bushidosoul1988]

3:50 I thought that was real time... I was like wtf dude calm down hahaha

[@mskcouric]

Can I just say, if I haven't already, how massive this video is? Seriously. The form, the weight, the intensity: this is what all people who are smart enough to squat should aspire to. I'm about five years away from this, but it's awesome. Great video.

[@marcussimmons2708]

Still one of the most impressive lifting feats I've ever seen on KZbin. Awesome!!! You are the man!

[@J1M1F]

At first I thought those GHR's were at normal speed, I was thinking damn!

[@shannonjensrud5712]

Me too! Looked joint destroying! Then I read the comments lol

[@thomasparris4430]

you know what was most impressive about this video? the way you fucking exploded through those ghr's at the end of a brutal squat session. that shit's incredible

[@_trismegistus]

Well, the video WAS sped up at the end...

[@thomasparris4430]

joeyisfunny Lol, ohh, Thank you detective! In all seriousness, banging out those ghr's at the end was impressive. strong as hell

[@_trismegistus]

thomas parris Oh, I dont disagree!

[@schoonerchow]

what is a ghr?

[@thomasparris4430]

billyboy1969 glute ham raise, my friend

[@EricLilliebridge]

wait soo...the 462x20 was done BEFORE the heavy singles? that's the exact opposite of how i train hahaha

[@Kuttem_Uce]

Wow that is the best form I have ever seen!

[@CenturianEagle]

Jay really good form, piston like, similar too platz

[@trkking11]

people who go for strength lifts and know they can lift heavy, 200kg is a good standard after which they follow heavier weights with belts or wraps. great video pal and 462 for 20 reps is beast mode.

[@captainjosue]

My God this is another example of determination, attitude over self doubt, confidence over fear. Very, very few people can train like this and that's why this type of training isn't for everyone because few are willing to train this intensely. That's ok, it's good that it's set up like this so that means more room at the top for people like Andy. Amazing squat technique. No wraps, no suit, all athletic ability. Love it.

[@mattjones8928]

The commentary at the bottom makes it even better!! What a unit.

[@TheL0615]

This is literally my motivation to squat high reps and heavy weight, the GOAT of SQUAT!

[@supermario5]

I revisit this video every now and again, just to remind my self how crazy this is

[@L2kneel]

I fight in amateurs in Muay Thai now but when I used to lift weights consistently this was one of the first videos I watched

[@50522094]

That Dark place where people give in you ploughed straight on through it and it was really awesome to see!! Every gym in the world has that guy in the gym who has it over the others well on you tube your that guy and not because of the weight but because of the heart bless you bro!!

[@lorini11]

this is the absolute most beautiful thing I've ever seen online,,, madness,,, what an incredible athlete. congratulations sir

[@Liftm0re]

This is one of the most inspirational displays of strength I've ever seen. Congrats man, I'm determined to have this kind of strength one day.

[@Zooky424]

I remember watching this as a teen! Still juat as impressive as it was back then!

[@TheAragus]

Same here man.

[@hirokiburke244]

There are so many crap videos of squats on youtube, many of which, embarrassingly, have titles along the lines of "the perfect squat" or "textbook squat technique". This is one of the first videos I've found where the Squats actually are perfect, or very close. There really wasn't any flaw I could pick from them. Thank you, and please keep posting!

[@Bigchrome]

One of the most impressive squat sets I've ever seen. GJ.

[@jjchen330ci]

Holy~~ the best 20 reps squat I have seen so far. unbelievable!!! this is going to my favorite collection.

[@elohim666]

this is by far one of the most impressive squat-vids i've ever seen! 5 stars and sub... keep it up - monster squats!

[@hurleyboi8787]

The absolute most insane squatter on youtube

[@lamtartarus]

I've been slacking off lately, this vid just inspired me to go back to the gym and work my ass off. subscribed.

[@FloydofOz]

Just incredible. This is one of my favorite videos of all time. And yes, I watch a lot of videos. Perfect technique. Total focus. Brute strength.

[@BonesofGoldSkateboarding]

love it how all the mates are cheering you up throught the routine!

[@StanleyKu]

Totally awesome effort! Your quads look like two balloons. My beltless deep squat record is 225 for 15 and I thought I was going to die!

[@jlinteris]

Probably the best mental strength I have seen on youtube. 99.99% would have stopped after 10. To top it off, the weight handled is absolutely insane. Subscribed.

[@kristofer_sens]

Absolutely unreal. You are truly an inspiration with that performance. I think I made more noise and had worse form with 201*23 a couple days ago. I've got some work to do! Tremendous, you've earned my respect!

[@QuietStorrm860]

One of the most PERFECT squatting forms iv ever seen! definitely adding to favorites.

[@mrwilliamsamuelson]

10 dislikes? 10 people waiting to curl in the squatrack I guess. Only a moron wouldn't like this. Banging form, massive quads and great determination. Loving the honesty in the subtitles. Keep squatting man. I'm only just managing to hit 400lbs for a couple of reps - so farrrrrr to go and you are on another level. Gives a great target for the rest of us.

[@Ayo.Ajisafe]

Love the support in your gym.

[@BarryMcCokener]

I watch this video before every leg day. You are a beast Andy!

[@LAK_770]

Who the hell told a man looking like you that those were fake weights? This is my favorite squat video out there. Form is pretty as hell, insane effort.

[@dimitrukm]

That is insane. I am in total awe. Perfect!

[@Psolian]

You are a beast, I'm going to watch this video before every squat session.

[@SanjiSasuke]

You're like a hero, man. Almost all the squats on youtube are feet spread way apart, parallel at best, middleback, leaning forward abominations. Can't wait for squat day!

[@KarlosPaco33]

This is by far the most impressive display of strenght I have ever see.

[@LAK_770]

You're a savage bro. Also, major style points on the GHR set at the end

[@skraeone]

Just awsome. First time I've ever taken the time to comment. Had to say thanks for showing me what WIM really is.

[@JAHinHK]

That was the most impressive squat video I've ever seen on this thing. Really impressive.

[@jjchen330ci]

Holy~~ the best 20 reps squat I have seen so far. unbelievable!!!

[@petermarshall878]

OMG that is crazy impressive! I am most impressed with the breathing in between reps that show the anguish and battle it takes to complete 20 reps. AND THEN you added heavy singles after!?!?! SO AMAZING!!!

[@polloalmole]

FREAKING WIDOWMAKERS!! you sir have some balls of steel and you earned my admiration until the day i day. I wanna get there one day.

[@dawgteam44]

That is absolutely outrageous !

[@brandoncrawford3032]

This is the best inspiration before a squat workout.

[@Blenderate]

Thanks! I hope your year is great as well.

[@Muamarz]

logged in just to give this man the like button! i'm truly inspired bro haha awesome stuff

[@aronhegedus]

You know someone's legit when literally noone in the comments is complaining! Deep, proper plates, raw, amazing form, heavy af.

[@dinul117]

damn man nothing but respect for this, you are purely a beast.

[@daveslyk]

I imagine taking a shit the next day was very painful to sit on the toilet and get off the toilet. Freaking BEAST! Awesome video!

[@andrewsball]

Wow! Perfect form and posture. It's almost impossible to find anyone doing real weight with perfect form. Well done!

[@iKlaSiicKoNii]

You sir, are a monster. Much respect!

[@primetime99]

Maria is forever my squatting pump up track.

[@MrDaveloveslaura]

Excellent set. I especially appreciated the depth. Nobody on KZbin goes deep. I have been a powerlifting judge many moons ago, and this set was excellent. I hate 20s, at 205-210 I did 330 for 22 once, about vomited.

[@bomdigi1]

20 rep squats make you feel some weird sensations in your whole body you sir are a mad man

[@nickysixx2480]

Incredible form and work.

[@rudihartono9185]

I've seen this video millions of time for inspirations. My best up to date at 290 for 20 @ 46 years young. :) 405 my ultimate goal. You and Tom Platz are just awesome!!!

[@gangabiss]

that gym looks cool. love how everyone cheers you on to finish your sets!

[@DNO_Fitness]

That takes some serious core strength. No belt.... crazy!

[@Kaelan66]

absolutely incredible man

[@toleatherman]

Awesome and intense set. I'm using this today to pyche myself up for my 20 .. The best part is when they are DONE!

[@hawaiidispenser]

Best annotations on any weightlifting video.

[@NewYorkKAB]

This Video is the most ADRENALINE inducing video yet! I really look up to you, not only because its insane weight but because Your Form is PERFECT Every Rep. I really think you bring respect back to power lifting. I have seen many videos of Power lifters doing a 600 pound single and they call 2 inches above parallel a good DEEP squat,B.S. YOU don't BullSh!t you Do Perfect Deep reps even when you do Singles,thats Real Strength. I hope I get to your level By your age,Your Strong! Keep it UP!!!!!!!

[@mikesbbody]

You sir have balls of STEEL! heavy weight high reps, very deep no belt or wraps for the first set your a BEAST!!!

[@DanielOBrien42]

You, sir, are a monster! Keep up the good work!

[@DFoxFitness]

Best squat video on youtube. Puts mine too shame.

[@democratusnostradas]

I love the subtitles while you count the reps! It's exactly what most people are thinking when they're under the bar lol

[@jmitchem]

That was incredible. Well done.

[@largeLENTILS]

very nice lifting brother. you are a bad ass. not many people understand what it takes mentally to bust out a heavy set of 20 squats. God Bless!!

[@AussieDude78]

You sir are a king!

[@strongmanzack]

People actually thought you were using fake weights!?... that must me be a huge complement! hahaha awesome work! I hate to lay the pressure on but did you know that your video is the heaviest 20 repper on youtube? GO YOU! You sir are a beast squatter. keep it up! love seeing these!

[@km-yx8vl]

What a great and impressive strenght feat...!💪 I hope I come anywhere near to this weights...

[@cornnellify]

lol, as soon as you saw the compression shorts, you KNEW shit was goin down. Tremendous lift.

[@CIZOPASNIK]

World class strength and effort! Im adding this vid to favourites, thank you for motivation!

[@jwquinn23]

Wow! Very inspiring. I am going to re-watch this before my next squat workout.

[@psychosadistik]

Wow... Can't believe someone didn't post this before hitting legs today... Seeing this just makes me wanna squat again and just pound it out nonstop hardcore....

[@OMFGO]

@Blenderate Thanks for the fast answer, Im really happy with that :).

[@roymilla6636]

Dang pure strength

[@AndyAngelZ]

that was more than parallel, really amazing effort. 120%

[@guyrelax]

Super impressive. What is your max? P.S. Anyone who thumbed down this video is an idiot. Perfect form and crazy display of strength and technique

[@PappaAlvaro]

Well impressive yes but I think he would do even better with a lowbar style, involving more muscles and then lifting more. Read Rippetoes Starting strength and learn about the squat

[@idonaveh5343]

@@PappaAlvaro Low bar is nothing but powerlifters cheat to the original real squat that is meant to work mainly on your quads. If you want to be stronger do Olympic style. If you want ego do low bar

[@PappaAlvaro]

@@idonaveh5343 You really don't understand anatomi do you? If you have yhe bar lower you will lean forward and then involve the back, adductors and hamstrings more. More muscle more force and that means more weight. Recomend you read the book Stsrting strength where Ripptoe explains the squat for 90 pages.

[@PappaAlvaro]

@@idonaveh5343 And Im not talking ab powerlifters. Im talking ab normal people who needs to be stronger. Using more muscles is better every time

[@idonaveh5343]

@@PappaAlvaro 90 pages about the squat? Almost a novel. The squat is not meant to work on your hamstring, it’s a pushing exercise mainly for the quads and off course other muscles as well that are functioning in order to keep your torso upright as much as possible (mainly the core). The exercise for the hamstrings and posterior chain is the deadlift and all the different pulls. As I told you- a low bar squat was not an exercise up until the 60’s where powerlifting was born, and they did it as cheat in order to lift more weight. It’s the same as that sumo deadlift cheat. The guy in the film is doing a perfect technique high bar (Olympic) squat. This is the only way the squat should be done. If you move the barbell down, you distort the whole drill and lose what it should give you.

[@nickr104]

Crazy stuff!! You are a beast my man!

[@jhawksrule75]

AMAZING, one of the greatest feats of strength I have ever seen, that was truly no BS lifting! BTW, great pick with the RATM!!

[@anhisking]

if you read the literature and studies, it basically says that the belt provides extra intra-abdominal pressure which assist the existing structures (tva and other core muscles)

[@emantabrizi]

"Now I can't feel my legs." LOL, you should probably stop at that point. This is, by far, the most impressive squat video I've seen on KZbin!

[@Jag0n03]

YOU'RE A BEAST, BRO

[@HoltrontheDestroyer]

Respect! That is how you do a squat! Inspiration.

[@Blenderate]

There are good reasons to use supportive gear in some circumstances, as well as good reasons to not. You can read about these elsewhere. But the main reason that I avoid using supportive gear as much is possible is simply that it artificially inflates my numbers, and I'm more interested in knowing how strong I am without resorting to such aid. Raw lifting is both 1) more aesthetically pleasing (IMO) and 2) provides a better basis for competition with other lifters.

[@Holyspiritrecieved]

screw the gear... it benifits those with short arms and short legs... they dont squat that far to begin with. Much more impressive to see a 6ft 6 guy squating 4 plates than a 5ft 5

[@Michael-rx2hv]

May this video live on forever to be an inspiration to you lifters from now to the end of time. Wheymen.

[@eddieinalbq]

Dude, you are an animal. I am impressed! The best I ever did was 405 pounds x 15 reps with belt and wraps at a body weight of 198 pounds.

[@ReDeV7]

Extremely impressive!

[@M3ntok]

Your quads, they... they terrify me. Seriously though, that is very impressive. Good job man!

[@LorenzKamo]

that was fucking brutal - you sir have made my day

[@myname9252]

Thats whats crazt about going heavy on compounds,even though your at just half your rep max,it starts to really wear you out.Props man

[@km1cn]

You're a beast. Keep up the damn good work.