How deep do you squat?

mustb60

How deep do you squat, @ss to the grass or below the parallel?
Just watched a video on squat form and it mentioned that power lifters do not go all the way down as it lessens the volume.
Since starting I have been doing sumo lifts but quite not satisfied with my loads.

SideSteel

I attempt to squat to a depth that is unquestionably below parallel in the eyes of the side judges but no deeper than this.

amyinthetardis1231

I aim for just below parallel

DawnEmbers

Just try to get below parallel, as it's whatever would count in a meet that I'm looking for, assuming I compete again some day.

krokador

mustb60 wrote: »

How deep do you squat, @ss to the grass or below the parallel?
Just watched a video on squat form and it mentioned that power lifters do not go all the way down as it lessens the volume.
Since starting I have been doing sumo lifts but quite not satisfied with my loads.

If you plan on ever competing, get used to stopping right below parallel as it is what you'll want to do in competition. If not, there are some benefits to going lower, but depending on your body, it could also irritate certain things to go down low.

Unloaded squats? Go as deep as you can, no question there. With a bar on your back? It'll depend. Someone with hip issues might be able to sink deeper with weight on the bar, but it doesn't mean it'll be good for the hips *cough*not convinced that's not what caused my lower back issues*cough*.

If your position gets compromised for depth, just stick to how low you can go without your form breaking down. To some people that'll be above parallel. It's still better than not doing any. Do work on the mobility to get below parallel, and make sure you follow the correct loading pattern so as to not put too much pressure on your knees.