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Old 10-10-2011, 12:58 PM   #16 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by BigJosh View Post
My priority is making myself stronger over moving more weight. Therefore I go as low as possible without rounding my back, which these days is pretty damn low, definetly below parallel.
Also, based on my own experience, I believe a deep squat is easier on and healthier for the knees.
I agree! I have an unstable kneecap due to a pushbiking accident decades ago and it means I cannot run or jump rope without undue pain...however, it never causes issues when squatting. (yet )
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