Walk into any gym in America and find a guy completing his leg day workout. Chances are, he’ll be completing his workout in the same manner each time. He’ll begin with 5 minutes of walking on the treadmill. He’ll stop by the water fountain for a quick drink, and then he’ll immediately head to the squat rack to begin lifting heavy. He may feel he’s hitting the front thighs while they’re at their strongest, and he’s right. But if his goal is to be a bodybuilder, and not a powerlifter, he may be sabotaging his own progress. Let’s examine why. The squat is a compound movement which involves many muscle group besides the quadriceps. The hamstrings, glutes, hips, calves, and back all contribute to this movement. This makes it a great movement for overall growth. ...

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