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Squats Are Secretly an Adductor Exercise

  • The article stresses that squats primarily target the adductor magnus, making it a key exercise for this muscle.
  • Recent studies, particularly one by Kubo et al, show significant adductor and glute muscle growth with full squats as compared to half squats.
  • Despite common beliefs, squats do not significantly increase hamstring volume, supporting the idea that they are not a primary exercise for hamstrings.
  • Squats remain an effective exercise for building lower body strength, particularly when performed with full depth.
  • Research suggests that while longer ranges of motion in squats favor muscle growth, incorporating partial ranges can also be beneficial for specific strength gains.
  • Overall, the findings emphasize the effectiveness of squats in targeting and building the adductors and glutes more than the hamstrings.
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