How To Squat Higher (For Powerlifting)

Summary by Krater

The video explains how to fix squatting too deep for powerlifting by adjusting camera angles, slowing down the eccentric phase, widening stance, and programming pause squats.

From the video

Answers: How do I stop squatting too deep for powerlifting?

• squat depth in powerlifting
• eccentric speed in squats
• squat stance width
• pause squats for powerlifting

Exercises

• back squat · barbell
• pause squat · barbell

What it concludes

• Squatting deeper than parallel is unnecessary and a waste of efficiency in powerlifting competitions.
• Setting the camera at hip height is the most effective way to accurately assess squat depth.
• Reducing the speed of your eccentric movement allows you to maintain tightness and consistency.
• Widening your stance width can help you squat higher and prevent squatting below parallel.
• Incorporating pause squats into your training forces you to stay tight in the bottom position and improves descent control.