April 2012 PMID 22373894

Muscle activation in the loaded free barbell squat: a brief review.

Dave R Clark, Mike I Lambert, Angus M Hunter

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Peak: 4 in Aug 2022
across 4 sources since Feb 2019

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What people are saying

The social discussions reflect a strong interest in how squat techniques and loads affect muscle engagement, with phrases like 'muscle activation increases with heavier loads' and references to specific percentages like 70% 1RM. The tone is analytical yet optimistic, emphasizing potential implications for training while acknowledging ongoing debates, which showcases a balanced engagement with the article's findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge and find alignment with the review's focus on muscle activation during squats, although some express mild skepticism about the applicability of findings.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions are quite engaging, with many participants showing a high level of curiosity and enthusiasm about factors influencing muscle activation in squats.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reference specific details like load percentages, stance, and equipment, indicating a moderate depth of interaction with the research.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations highlight that the review could influence training practices and understanding of biomechanics, though the overall impact appears to be cautiously optimistic rather than revolutionary.

Abstract in brief

  • The article reviews research on muscle activation during the loaded free barbell squat, focusing on how different factors like squat depth, stance, and equipment impact muscle engagement and performance.
  • It highlights that muscle activation tends to increase with heavier loads and varies with exercises modifications, but factors like stance width or using a weight belt don't significantly change muscle activation levels.
  • Despite numerous studies, there is no clear consensus on how to best apply this information for training, so the review aims to clarify findings to better guide exercise practices.

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西岡卓哉 Takuya Nishioka
@taku0726_tr · X

スクワット(SQ)中の筋活性に関する知見まとめ(抜粋) ✅足幅と股関節外旋角を大きくすると内転筋や大臀筋の活性が高まる ✅パラレルだとボトム付近で筋活性が最大になる ✅70%1RMのフロントSQとバックSQで、脚、大腿、体幹の筋活性は同等 続く↓ https://t.co/P68qyKk8TW

Aug 1, 2022 · 75 likes · 7 shares · 14,727 followers View post →
毒多TKO
@Chirosamurai · X

https://t.co/owtyGiNe3W https://t.co/dXJnXh5pvo あとプッシュプレスも良いよう。

May 13, 2023 · 18 likes · 2 shares · 13,220 followers View post →
山城しょうや/ウエイトリフティングコーチ
@yamasho0327 · X

RT @Chirosamurai: https://t.co/owtyGiNe3W https://t.co/dXJnXh5pvo あとプッシュプレスも良いよう。

May 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 6,855 followers View post →
Deena
@TruEssenciaOG · X

Muscle Activation in the Loaded Free Barbell Squat: A Brief. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research https://t.co/hVp48NsegX

Feb 27, 2019 · 1,030 followers View post →
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@ykms050cl200 · X

RT @Chirosamurai: https://t.co/owtyGiNe3W https://t.co/dXJnXh5pvo あとプッシュプレスも良いよう。

May 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,027 followers View post →
よ ね く ら
@Yonechi0320 · X

RT @taku0726_tr: スクワット(SQ)中の筋活性に関する知見まとめ(抜粋) ✅足幅と股関節外旋角を大きくすると内転筋や大臀筋の活性が高まる ✅パラレルだとボトム付近で筋活性が最大になる ✅70%1RMのフロントSQとバックSQで、脚、大腿、体幹の筋活性は同等…

Aug 1, 2022 · 7 shares · 662 followers View post →

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@kz400mspr · X

RT @taku0726_tr: スクワット(SQ)中の筋活性に関する知見まとめ(抜粋) ✅足幅と股関節外旋角を大きくすると内転筋や大臀筋の活性が高まる ✅パラレルだとボトム付近で筋活性が最大になる ✅70%1RMのフロントSQとバックSQで、脚、大腿、体幹の筋活性は同等…

Jul 25, 2023 · 7 shares · 13 followers View post →
山城しょうや/ウエイトリフティングコーチ
@yamasho0327 · X

RT @Chirosamurai: https://t.co/owtyGiNe3W https://t.co/dXJnXh5pvo あとプッシュプレスも良いよう。

May 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 6,855 followers View post →
どぅ
@ykms050cl200 · X

RT @Chirosamurai: https://t.co/owtyGiNe3W https://t.co/dXJnXh5pvo あとプッシュプレスも良いよう。

May 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,027 followers View post →
毒多TKO
@Chirosamurai · X

https://t.co/owtyGiNe3W https://t.co/dXJnXh5pvo あとプッシュプレスも良いよう。

May 13, 2023 · 18 likes · 2 shares · 13,220 followers View post →
北﨑 学(Manabu Kitasaki)
@MKitasaki · X

RT @taku0726_tr: スクワット(SQ)中の筋活性に関する知見まとめ(抜粋) ✅足幅と股関節外旋角を大きくすると内転筋や大臀筋の活性が高まる ✅パラレルだとボトム付近で筋活性が最大になる ✅70%1RMのフロントSQとバックSQで、脚、大腿、体幹の筋活性は同等…

Aug 1, 2022 · 7 shares · 74 followers View post →
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@45ra485ao · X

RT @taku0726_tr: スクワット(SQ)中の筋活性に関する知見まとめ(抜粋) ✅足幅と股関節外旋角を大きくすると内転筋や大臀筋の活性が高まる ✅パラレルだとボトム付近で筋活性が最大になる ✅70%1RMのフロントSQとバックSQで、脚、大腿、体幹の筋活性は同等…

Aug 1, 2022 · 7 shares · 45 followers View post →
よ ね く ら
@Yonechi0320 · X

RT @taku0726_tr: スクワット(SQ)中の筋活性に関する知見まとめ(抜粋) ✅足幅と股関節外旋角を大きくすると内転筋や大臀筋の活性が高まる ✅パラレルだとボトム付近で筋活性が最大になる ✅70%1RMのフロントSQとバックSQで、脚、大腿、体幹の筋活性は同等…

Aug 1, 2022 · 7 shares · 662 followers View post →
西岡卓哉 Takuya Nishioka
@taku0726_tr · X

スクワット(SQ)中の筋活性に関する知見まとめ(抜粋) ✅足幅と股関節外旋角を大きくすると内転筋や大臀筋の活性が高まる ✅パラレルだとボトム付近で筋活性が最大になる ✅70%1RMのフロントSQとバックSQで、脚、大腿、体幹の筋活性は同等 続く↓ https://t.co/P68qyKk8TW

Aug 1, 2022 · 75 likes · 7 shares · 14,727 followers View post →
Deena
@TruEssenciaOG · X

Muscle Activation in the Loaded Free Barbell Squat: A Brief. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research https://t.co/hVp48NsegX

Feb 27, 2019 · 1,030 followers View post →