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Why the Front Squat is Superior to the Back Squat in Training w/ Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash - Barbell Shrugged- #477

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In today's episode the crew discusses:   Musculature recruitment differences in the front squat and back squat Why the front squat helps overcome mobility limitations Why the front squat creates a deeper range of motion Why the back squat is better for testing but not training Why there is more core development in the front squat Why the front squat is safer to coach in group class settings Why the front squat is superior in training but the back squat is. superior in testing And more…   Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram   ————————————————   Training Programs to Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/34zcGVw   Nutrition Programs to Lose Fat and Build Muscle: https://bit.ly/3eiW8FF   Nutrition and Training Bundles to Save 67%: https://bit.ly/2yaxQxa ———————————————— Please Support Our Sponsors   Organifi - Save 20% using code: "Shrugged" at organifi.com/shrugged   www.magbreakthrough.com/shrugged - use coupon code SHRUGGED10 to save up to 40%   http://onelink.to/fittogether - Brand New Fitness Social Media App Fittogether   Purchase our favorite Supplements here and use code "Shrugged" to save 20% on your order: https://bit.ly/2K2Qlq4    Garage Gym Equipment and Accessories: https://bit.ly/3b6GZFj Save 5% using the coupon code "Shrugged"

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