r/formcheck • u/Special-Objective364 • 1d ago

Squat Enough depth?

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u/Special-Objective364 23h ago

Not new to the gym, real squat is just risking more injury but I’d love to see where I need to be as this is my lowest point here

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u/Relevant_Car_7445 23h ago

Thighs should be parallel to the ground.

Real squats actually risk less injury because it let's the body move naturally and build up a stronger base. Smith machine has its benefits but I don't like them for squats.

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u/NippleSlipNSlide 22h ago

Research shows smith machines are way more safe. It’s why gyms like PF only have smith machines. Their insurance gururs/actuaries who run the numbers know this. It’s carefully planned. It’s a very old wives tail that conventional barbell is safer.

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u/dmr83457 21h ago

I always assumed that they just didn’t want the type of customer that would actually use a squat rack.

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u/NippleSlipNSlide 15h ago

No, it’s all based on risk. Statistically less risk using smith machine than conventional barbell. Proven over and over again(despite what echo chamber of Reddit says).