Most people should squat "to parallel," but there are times for going higher or lower.

At the very core of any good workout routine, you'll find one move: squats. They're such a natural part of having a fit, strong bod, in fact, that you've been doing them since birth. “Even before ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In addition to deadlifts and chest presses, squats are considered one of the “big three” lifts since they ...

Squats might seem simple, but they’re actually incredibly technical—and easy to mess up. Carolyn Parker, a Gym Jones instructor and the founder of the Ripple Effect Athlete Training Center in ...

WHEN IT COMES to the barbell back squat, the exercise sometimes referred to as the "king" of all the heavyweight moves in the gym, the biggest point of focus for guys isn't necessarily how many plates ...

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Henry Cavill said he prefers to do back squats instead of front squats. Both techniques can help build strength in the same areas, but with different limitations. Visit Insider's homepage for more ...

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Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. I’m one who can ...