Beyond Brawn - The Insider's Encyclopedia on How to Build Muscle && Might

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. I can use the Tru-Squat without back or knee problems, and I can descend

to the parallel position. My lower back is not put at risk at this depth,

though it is in the barbell squat.

. ough a costly machine it does not take up a great deal of space, and

enables people who cannot squat safely with a barbell to be able to obtain

the potential great benefits of the squat. Without it I would never have

squatted again.

Performance tips for the Tru-Squat

. a. Prior to use the Tru-Squat needs to be adjusted according to the height

of the user. e heights accommodated range from '" to '". But the

height settings can only be approximate. For example, if you have legs a

little longer than the norm for your height, try the height setting imme-

diately under your actual height. is will slightly alter the pathway

your torso moves through, and reduce the forward travel of your knees.

is may put you in a better position than you would be if at the set-

ting that directly matches your height. Experimentation is needed to

e Tru-Squat demonstrated by Mike Schmeider at Iron Island Gym. e stance used

by Mike is closer than what works safely for me.

Photo courtesy of Dr. Ken E. Leistner