5 Tips To Squat MORE Weight!

[@WollyFatboy]

Do you have a link for those shoes?

[@SquatUniversity]

www.tyr.com/footwear/l-1-lifting-shoe

[@NewNormalWorldOrder]

@@SquatUniversity Man get your shelf a shoe, man!

[@xyoungdipsetx]

@@SquatUniversitydo they have a heel? Like the one tom platz and power lifters use? To help get depth too.

[@saiphinglis1607]

@@xyoungdipsetx If it is a squat shoe then it does

[@CM-um8ot]

Altras are good also

[@HomelessShoe]

Tip 6: Screaming 'Yeah Buddy, light weight baby!" gives you 10% additional strenght.

[@DarkArtsDeepDive]

It’s science. Ronnie Coleman would agree.

[@JohannesDavidsen2024]

🤣

[@amisialmaxjunior5485]

😅😅

[@Theronc39]

Nah hahaha 🤣🤣🤣

[@Claire-cj6nn]

Haha.. and it surely reminds me to keep good form and following Brian Carroll's And SQUni's advice . As I am a back patient due to an accident.. it took me 2 years to develop my damaged core to a basic level.. and I am currently able to squat with a bar with a 5 kilo max. I have been bedridden.. thanks to these guys and Stuart mgcill.. 🙏🏼

[@BrianCarroll1306]

Thank you for the collab! This one should give some nice tools for the squat regardless of goal.

[@SquatUniversity]

Thank you man!

[@supagreatman2826]

One of the best things about this dude is that he never takes credit for himself when he uploads something. He always respects us, the audience, and he is always full of energy in his videos. Keep up the hard work!!

[@JickFincter]

I love to see these two channels working together I wish he actually shouted out Brian's youtube channel it doesn't get enough attention.

[@benchgoblin]

please change the thumbnail to this man and not a photoshoot model using fake plates

[@AtheistNihilist]

Aaron you are one of the more modest fitness influencers out there, you don't spam us with shirtless content like your fellow fitness influencers. But when you do take your shirt off, you show that you've got it too! Great video and great tips gonna try them out. My short term goal is to squat 2 plates. I'm close and i'll get there.

[@Bloozguy]

You'll get it. I'm 69, hit 225 a few months back....ah..but these psoriatic arthritic knees flare up.... I didn't bother trying for me, just in case, lol. I figured at 69, a 2 plate squat is not too too bad, lol.

[@MaxStudy-qn4vk]

Feet😜😜

[@cocrob9453]

Bro has helped me break my squat issues and plateau a year ago. Helped me go from 225 to 275 in less than 2 months.

[@matthewmcwane9569]

How did you apply this video to your program? What did you change or add?

[@paulcraffey7679]

6 minutes of pure gold. And it’s free!! Brilliant, thank you! 🙏 💪

[@Takezo.D.Shinmen]

A big guy complimented me for my squat technique Today. Thank you Mr Squat University.

[@kcbm225]

Sometimes it's all we need for a great day 😀

[@scott-hr3hd]

I feel all of that on leg day. Slow, hard, concerted and go big and drive those numbers up with each 90lb (2x45) gain per sets until I cannot go any higher. Breathing technique controlling the coke bottle core while breathing deeply through the nostrils into diaphragm while griping hard on the abs, extenders and obliques.

[@jacobdalessandro9639]

I love Jeff cavilere. I am not a physical therapist but I am an exercise physiologist so I have a good basis of info and knowledge. Going back to my first point I love Jeff his info has been great and helped me with clients. Lately (last 2 years) I felt his content became or advertisy? Anyways I am glad I found you because you really seem to care about helping people :)

[@melaniemcneil407]

Helpful. Fairly new to all this. I've realized that my squishy shoes throw me off balance all the time. Tomorrow, different shoes and better foot grip. Thanks.

[@SquatUniversity]

Hope it can help!

[@JARwasnotavailable]

Can you give a little more detail breakdown on the 6 week program? What does he meant by 5x5 week 1? With what weight? And the assistant work, with what weight?

[@onpoint356]

Great work and content Aaron! Please make a similar one for deadlift as well.

[@Temetnosce77]

Simply awesome! Thank you brother.

[@Sundji]

I hurt my knee and my squat plummeted from 405 to mid 200s now. Long femurs and weak core are making it hard for me to get back to my peak strength. my ankle mobility and hip mobility are good but I tend to fail at the bottom of my squat and my right knee (the one that got hurt) always buckles inwards on my way back up during those harder sets. Hopefully with these tips I'll be able to work my way up.

[@garthjohnson88]

Try front squatting brother

[@soldierside365]

Your adductors are taking over because the rest of the quad is weak. Valgus isn’t a huge issue in and of itself, but incorporate some banded work for glute medius (like and abduction machine or crab walks with a band around your legs) to build strength in the glute to help keep your knee and ankle as close to alignment as possible

[@kadeemjoseph8138]

I swear every guy on these YT comments can bench 315 and squat 405 yet you rarely see these guys at the gym lmfa

[@soldierside365]

@@kadeemjoseph8138 maybe the same people who watch KZbin videos are the same people who can hit these numbers, but are certainly the minority when it comes to seeing them in the gym.

[@kadeemjoseph8138]

​@@soldierside365I think the most likely scenario is most of those guys are lying

[@NaturalIntensity69]

the soyjack face thumbnails get me every time

[@anthonyhulse1248]

Excellent info. I’m just starting squats at 63 and after a total knee replacement. I’m up to 185 for 5 now. I love squats. I feel really energized after. I’ll try your suggestions. Looking forward to lifting 250 in the not too distant future!

[@avalokiteshvara113]

You are awesome

[@Ummkelechi]

❤❤❤

[@travisduggins5346]

I just put my l1 lifter shoes thru the ringer today and they felt great!

[@capricornblack3450]

I’ve been stuck at 405 on my squat for awhile now. It’s tough getting past three reps with it. I’ll rework my form. And I’ll incorporate the reps and sets you guys recommend. Also I’ll start hitting my core more frequently. Hopefully that can push me past there. My one rep max on squat has been 425 though. I don’t feel too confident with that weight overall.

[@ZenKrio]

Do Squats more would be my suggestion. I blew my Squat up by Squatting every day I could, went from 315 to 500some in a few months. In saying that, I was Squatting multiple times a day, 5x5. I wasn't on anything at the time though, so you can likely do it. There was a kid I helped out, who upped his Squat by 100lbs in a few weeks this way, but he stopped because his legs were actually growing too fast. But this is key, if you feel ANY knee pain, work the other parts of your legs and glutes, my mistake was just driving through the pain, and I have a lot of issues to correct now (still have a great Squat though).

[@capricornblack3450]

@@ZenKrio OK! Great advice. I'll be sure to push more frequently. I also just got a pair of lifting shoes. So far, so good. Thanks for the advice. And stay strong.

[@Rob.Ko.]

​@@capricornblack3450if your technique is locked in and you've been training with no rising injuries or niggles, I wouldn't be chopping and changing form all the time. I went from 185kg to 355kg (with wraps) in 2 years but upholding high consistency. Stick to a program and see it through, and get it in a lot more reps than you are currently, that's usually applicable to 95% of guys

[@angrycockroach7298]

What about recovery if you squat daily the quads would be sore af​@@ZenKrio

[@ZenKrio]

@@angrycockroach7298 It starts that way, but after a bit they just stop hurting, your body gets used to it like it does anything else. You don't wanna just jump into it, but you start with say, 2 Squat days week one, then 3, then 4, then once you get say, 5 down, you likely won't hurt afterwards, and this was me doing 5x5 increasing the weight by 5lb a day until I couldn't. IT worked for me, thats all I can really say.

[@МихаилВеличковский-ы5п]

Thank you very much!!!

[@CankleCankle]

Thanks for including your suprised face in the thumbnail. How else would we know that it is an interesting video?

[@endcensorship874]

As a cyclist, the squat is important for me. I use mountain bike shoes to lift in. 5-10 is the brand. There is almost zero cushion in them.

[@tylascraig9306]

Great vid. My fave of yours. Thank you. Will start this schedule Mon. Much love. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@curranlyles]

Lots of helpful info. Thank you!

[@carmenlopez6783]

Please do live streams for q&a👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💚💚💚💚

[@ToomasVane]

I love squatting!

[@northlondonkyokushinkatecl7674]

Thanks for all tips, ❤❤❤. Perfect explanation❤🔥🔥. Boost my squad and dedlift❤❤

[@alreemmoh633]

dr. Aron your videos are soooo beneficial they have helped so much. could you please make a video about the navicular accessory bone especially when the feet are flat and what could be a good solution for it thank you....

[@Chickadee_]

Finally, the shoe in pink!❤ And the rest of the video was great too!😊

[@ZenKrio]

I personally Squat in a Sabo Deadlift Shoe. I don't need a firm sole, when my shoe can just have no sole.

[@davida.taylor8444]

How often are the workouts recommended? Is this once a week? Twice a week? 3x a week? Or however often our current leg program is? I'm doing 2x a week right now. Good info. I think I'll head to the gym right now to try this out.

[@mn-ru4li]

The faces people make in thumbnails always get me thinking, yes, that's just a normal facial expression

[@maxb5957]

Max was here

[@mylesmatthew72]

the perfect ATG squat

[@josephyoung6749]

I honestly feel like my single leg squats are better than regular squats because my hips (feels like hip flexors) get too sore during regular squats. I do like the idea of "deloading".

[@Zoom.x9]

I work out at home so I might use chalk or a marker to outline where to place my feet based on what feels even/best for both legs. I overthink my foot positioning sometimes.

[@SquatUniversity]

That's a good method

[@Arboristtree]

I don’t understand what you were saying at the end on the whiteboard. The assistant worked and all that. Can you please explain more clearly what you are saying for us novices. Thank you.😊

[@cozmokraemer]

Always love your videos! One comment though, you keep advertising your squat shoes, but they are never in stock in any larger sizes. I have tried to buy TYR shoes several times to support you and the channel, but there are NEVER any size 13. Its super frustrating, and so i bought the Nike Romaleos

[@leonprinz6241]

does your book cover knee injuries like pcl tears and how to rehab and prevent future injuries

[@radical_drift1019]

The closed captions say Brian only squats 136 😂

[@edwinbolanos7627]

Yoo this duo explains 🔥🔥🔥🔥 You goinng to excuse me but i wear my workboots when i heavy squat even tho it looks funny at the gym i can get more solid footwear and stability

[@PrimeMatt]

Excellent

[@ebigarella]

Besides being excellent, the vid also showed me why the channel is not called the pecs university

[@EricTheGolfFiend]

Not really expecting a reply here, but worth an ask. Years ago I tore my ACL and sprained basically every other ligament in my knee, it didn't heal well and I have pain after a certain amount of flexion, but can improve after good deal of stretching. THE PROBLEM: When I'm squatting and the weight gets heavier(for me, 225-245lbs-ish) I start to squat into my "good" leg. I've done some single leg stuff before(not really heavy) and there's no strength discrepancy between the two. Is there something you could recommend to help, or is it as simple as focus on getting more on the "bad" side? LONG message, sorry.

[@TanesiaJones]

Underrated

[@JuggoJuggo]

My biggest problem right now on squats is quad activation, like I need to taser my quads before a squat workout, I rarely get a quad pump or soreness from a squat workout.

[@fanfam]

High bar quating should be stopped. It can cause damage to the cervical vertebrae.

[@tayloriousmaximus]

How to squat more weight: Step 1. Get them piggies out Step 2. ??? Step 3. Develop a slight hip shift necessitating the faber test and kettlebell shifts. Step 4. Deload to air squats.

[@nodrab1812]

we want tips for deadlift and bench press

[@uaigneach34]

Number 1 tip, eat more Weight moves weight You can have the identical muscle mass but if you gain 50 pounds of fat I guarantee you will have huge improvements from improved core bracing alone. Never underestimate the power of the belly

[@andrewtanczyk4009]

Low bar squat seems to have improved my squat. Along with a better one pronged belt and good knee wraps.

[@hrsmp]

Low bar squats are basically same exercise as good mornings or RDLs, you're not training quads at all, posterior chain does all the work

[@jamesvoodoo1025]

I have gotten muscle bound and tight in my old age and I just can't reach the ends of the bar with my hands to squat anymore. I have tried everything, best I can do is get a few fingers on the very edge of the bar right by the weight plates.

[@Halohayabusa777]

G-O-L-D!👌🏽💯

[@ixibladeixi2639]

What’s your take on the knees forward than your toes?

[@anujbajpayee2668]

Some tips for bench press

[@hernanserrano3464]

Sir; I am 16 months s/p bilateral Quadricep Tendon rupture and repair. I am now doing body squats and goblet squats with 15 lbs. I want to accelerate my squatting. How can I go about that? Hernan

[@hildevega-y4b]

Do you recommend super setting the assistance work for the 6 week program? Or should they be worked separately?

[@mdrgn79]

1306 lbs with a fabric exoskeleton. It's still impressive, but what about those guys that are squatting a grand raw?

[@nwshull]

Two questions, after a max week, when could you restart one of these programs. Also how many days a week should this be run each week 2-3?

[@ninebreakerrz7576]

love this video, but need some help with the range of motion of my arms as i struggle to get my arms back enough to hold the bar for squats. Can you do a video on how i can fix this issue please?

[@LLubdeRr]

I tell the bar that i love it, that scares the shit out of the bar

[@syrupnuggt]

Treat every single weight like lightweight baby

[@stefanschotte5490]

great tips ! pink shoes ? per week how many days 5x5 etc ?

[@lancelotlink6545]

Here's a squat tip for you all- your spinal discs do not regenerate. Guess how I found that out?

[@marcustucker9911]

had a good mindset during PR today but my body gave out

[@biz0n195]

Chief, can you make video on hyper lumbalis lordosis ? I started having pain on my lower back because of it

[@richardpwrlifter]

I bought the TYR weightlifting shoes and i enjoy my first Squat training ( on Nike romaleos 4 got alot of knee pain .... )

[@SquatUniversity]

Glad you like them!

[@brownmamba6538]

Got them as well. So far I like them

[@coletran3451]

He got that Mr. Beast thumbnail

[@nathanaelgriffin7452]

Honest question, when you talk about assistance work what does that mean? Are we talking accessories like leg curls/extensions or more squats with the paused/piston variation at the bottom depending on what you need more work in?

[@HolisticHypochondriac]

What undergraduate degree would recommend before becoming a Sports Physical Therapist?

[@CharleyAngel]

Can you PLEASE show the proper form for someone who is plus size with a tummy doing a squat? Please. I am plus size and I always want to kno if my form is correct but my range is not as seamless due to my tummy. I can’t find any videos on KZbin of this.

[@nickwhite8921]

Would you recommend doing the assistant work with the Main, or split them up into 2 workouts per week?

[@davidsirmons]

RIP the closed captions saying he squatted 136 lbs.

[@LordNoelle]

Hi! Am I to increase the weight in the every leg day during the weeks? also, should I increase weight ever set ? Thanks :)

[@lynox8639]

Any recommendations for a core/body workout to prevent being a literally pushover? How do I prevent myself from not falling easily from a light shove?

[@nikolapajovic9294]

Hey, I'm watching your videos for a while, I noticed that your knees look a bit weird, did you have any injuries and surgeries?

[@papadimes4892]

Can we do the main and assistant work on the same day ???

[@papadimes4892]

????

[@lichtsoldat7697]

Just watch the Tom Platz videos on proper squats. He is the foremost authority on leg development and squat technique.

[@Mulpti]

The assistance work is done the same day as the primary sets? Or is it a day 1 and day 2 type thing per week

[@skyscraper5910]

Hate to be this person, I destroyed my ankle a number of years ago, such that I have very limited dorsiflexion of ankle (still better than the docs expect). I started weight training and have imbalances in my squats because of it - my left quad is better than my right as my left legs will take more of the weight at the bottom of my lift. I use a wide stance (toes 2-3 inches from the squat rack), weight lifting shoes (aka a heel) and also put 2.5lbs plates under heels. I think I should just raise my heel more (use a 5lbs plate), but is there any other thoughts/recommendations/ways to get an assessment? I feel like going to a regular PT would not help, since this in depth weightlifting analysis isnt really a thing most PTs do.

[@gaferoz]

Hello Doc. Appreciate your guideline, thanks.. Could you please explain what one should do to improve one's ability to get up from a squat ? Even going below parallel makes it veti difficult to get back up without hand support!!

[@Messup7654]

Use lighter weight keep going to that depth you will get stronger in it overtime

[@FIGGY65]

What do you mean by “without hand support?” Are you saying that you push up on the bar in an exaggerated manner, or are you saying that when doing air squats you have to push yourself up with your hands on the ground?

[@gaferoz]

​​@@FIGGY65 yes I mean during air squats, I have to push myself up using my hands on the ground.. so how to improve the ability and eliminate using hands ??

[@FIGGY65]

@@gaferoz . Hello Gaferoz. What is your height/weight/age/and are you male?

[@gaferoz]

​@@FIGGY655'11" 48 male, so any ideas how to improve and eliminate using hand to push back u from air squats

[@alexistm]

How many times a week are we supposed to hit that program?

[@cammwinchester]

I need advice, I have scoliiosis and had spinal fusion 8 years ago, idk what to about squatting and deadlifting... I see alot of info saying to say away from spine compression and some saying not to... what's is your advice

[@Red_Proton]

Do you have a link/playlist dedicated to core?

[@AllTheButtons87]

There is evidence out there that women have different needs from this type of program for muscle building. Definitely would be good to address these differences in how many sets and later de-load

[@mykneegrow2819]

His back doesn’t stay neutral tho it hyper extended near the bottom of the rep

[@himangshuboruah4720]

Assitant means two workouut per week?

[@soulunison20]

Does squatting in socks/bare feet work if you don't have the shoes you recommended?

[@Hayden.21]

What is the assistance work? Like do I do a 5x5 one session and do assistance next session, or do both on same day 2 sessions a week?

[@rodkitv]

Are there advantages or disadvantages to squatting barefoot? Is one preferred over the other?

[@litchrye]

i personally like to squat barefoot bc more stability but it really depends on ur shoes

[@totallyraw1313]

Hey Bri, what's your vertical jump, man?

[@user-hr7xn5xz6b]

Why is my range of motion and form so much better on my front squats? If the bar is on my back I can’t go as low

[@NewNormalWorldOrder]

WHO’S GONNA CARRY THE BOATS??? AND THE LOGS???

[@S.A.F707]

What does the 5x5 ,4x4 means? 4 sets with 4 reps/week like that or 4sets/4days per week?

[@michaelxthunder]

What % of weight should be the 5x5, 4x4, and accessories?

[@georgecolligan9381]

Is this guy from Philly? Or Baltimore?

[@aakashraj308]

Can someone please explain the program, Is it 5x5 every day of the 1st week and at what rpe.

[@SonLe-hj6dj]

Awesome video as always! Can you please do one on hypermobile tailbone joint pain? I had such injury from too much butt winking with squatting and it was horrible recovering from. Thank you!

[@samreimann4233]

Same here, I have an awkward time with back squat and deadlift for the same reason. I have been doing dumbell variations and box squats instead. Can't use as much weight as with a back squat though 😔

[@eli_727]

personally i found smith machine squats a bit less painful, i feel like it stresses my lower back less at the bottom. Deadlifting sadly its not on the table for me anymore

[@SonLe-hj6dj]

@eli_727 have you ever tried box/sit down squat, where you squat to a platform under you, like a chair or a box, rather than going all the way to the ground? It helps not compromising your spine too much while still letting you get your strength up so your spine is fully supported

[@eli_727]

@@SonLe-hj6dj its not really what im going for, i can personally choose the depth i want on squats, if i want to stop at 90’ knees then i do it, if i want to go a bit lower i can do it too, tho only when i hit full depth like the sit squat position i feel pain

[@charizard9735]

Genuine question: Do squats/deadlifts when performed properly have any long term negative effects on the body? And at what point do you stop trying to go heavier?

[@JickFincter]

Several negatives but also Several positives. Look into Brian carrols book 10 20 life. Squats and deadlifts are very hard on your knees and if done improperly they can be terrible for the spine. However when done properly ie not progressing too fast and using the best form possible they can actually make your spines super stiff and healthy. If you go heavy on squats and deadlifts avoid stretching the low back you want it as stiff as possible.

[@personanongrata6249]

I would like to purchase a red squat U shirt. Do you still have those?

[@DeezerWeezer20]

hurts got me here