This is one of the most ingrained myths in the fitness industry: front squats train your quads and back squats train your hamstrings and glutes more. I’m here to tell you today that’s 100% false. The squat trains the squat muscles and does NOT exclusively train any specific muscle or group of muscles just by moving where you hold the bar on your body.

Full blog article on THIS TOPIC: https://squatuniversity.com/2017/08/08/is-your-squat-quad-dominant-or-hip-dominant/

Science of the Squat Blog Article: https://squatuniversity.com/2016/04/20/the-real-science-of-the-squat/

Dr. Aaron Horschig is the founder of SquatUniversity.com. A physical therapist, coach, speaker, and author of ‘The Squat Bible’, Dr. Horschig is a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He works with such athletes as international soccer players, MLB and NFL athletes, national-level Olympic weightlifters, and youth athletes.

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