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Everyone probably should be squatting, but not every squat is right for everyone

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Everyone probably should be squatting, but not every squat is right for everyone

Back squats can compress the spine and, over time, lead to potential injuries. Thrusters may be too intense for some folks. And Cossack squats require mobility and stability that some lifters don’t have. When it comes to accessibility, the Goblet squat is that last bowl of porridge.  This front-loaded squat variation ensures that the lifter stays upright (bolstering form) and is done with either dumbbells or kettlebells, so the load is manageable. After mastering the bodyweight squat, the goblet version is a great foray into weighted squats for new lifters. For more advanced trainees, goblet squats can be repped out...

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