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How to Implement Paused Squats

  • Paused squats can help identify and work on specific weaknesses in the squatting movement, such as building torso rigidity and increasing horsepower out of the hole.
  • To diagnose limitations, squat with a light weight, bouncing between full depth and the sticking point about 50 times, to discover fatiguing muscle groups.
  • Breathing paused squats improve torso rigidity by focusing on complete inhalation and exhalation while maintaining thoracic extension, helping to strengthen abdominal muscles.
  • For increasing power out of the squat's bottom position, progressively lengthen the pause duration in squats over several weeks, starting with a manageable weight.
  • Paused squats should not be taken to failure to maintain quality of each rep, and can be included as a primary movement or a supplemental exercise in a workout routine.
  • For additional detailed information on squat techniques and variations, refer to the comprehensive guide on squats by Stronger by Science.
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