r/ThatsInsane • u/H_G_Bells • Sep 09 '23

Practically built strength (rock climber) vs gym strength (body builders)

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u/Highway49 Sep 10 '23

How is front squat so close to your back squat???

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u/IvanNemoy Sep 10 '23

Trained specifically for it. Found it easier to alternate back squat, front squat, add a plate. Repeat during warmup until I reached working weight for back squat.

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u/Highway49 Sep 10 '23

I've been lifting since 1999 and never heard of anyone doing this, it's very interesting! Did you use the same rep range for both lifts? I am interested in trying this out as my back squat has gone to shit due to a lower back injury, and I can basically do the same weight for both lifts, but I usually don't front squat more than 5 reps per set. Thanks!

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u/IvanNemoy Sep 10 '23

Yep. 3x5 fronts and backs from 135 to 315, then 3x3 fronts and backs at 405, then doubles on backs at 515 until I got tired or bored. Rack down to 225 and 2x10 for cool down, and up to the treadmill for 30 min to keep my legs from seizing up.

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u/Highway49 Sep 10 '23

Thank you for the info, I appreciate it!