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Discussione: [SQUAT] Activation of different muscles/Differences between front and back squat

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    Sorpreso [SQUAT] Activation of different muscles/Differences between front and back squat

    Paoli et al. (2009) studied the effects of specific stance width and loads on different muscles of the thigh.

    six experience trainees performed squats at 3 different stance widths and 3 different loads. the 3 stances were narrow (hip width), wide (double the hip width), and "in-between." the 3 loads were 0, 30% 1 rep max, and 70% 1 rep max.

    interestingly, the results showed that the only significant difference in emg muscle activation was for glute max with increases in stance width and loads. so their were no differences in emg activation for other muscles with different stances.

    we might use a narrow stance thinking quads or medial quads are activated more. when in fact we might be just training all the muscles of the thigh equally the same during back squats.

    so for those who care about glute hypertrophy, do some back squats with a wide stance.


    Abstract:
    Paoli, A, Marcolin, G, and Petrone, N. The effect of stance width on the electromyographical activity of eight superficial thigh muscles during back squat with different bar loads. J Strength Cond Res 23(1): 246-250, 2009-

    Many strength trainers believe that varying the stance width during the back squat can target specific muscles of the thigh. The aim of the present work was to test this theory measuring the activation of 8 thigh muscles while performing back squats at 3 stance widths and with 3 different bar loads. Six experienced lifters performed 3 sets of 10 repetitions of squats, each one with a different stance width, using 3 resistances: no load, 30% of 1-repetition maximum (1RM), and 70% 1RM. Sets were separated by 6 minutes of rest. Electromyographic (EMG) surface electrodes were placed on the vastus medialis, vastus lateralis, rectus femoris, semitendinosus, biceps femoris, gluteus maximus, gluteus medium, and adductor maior. Analysis of variance and Scheffe post hoc tests indicated a significant difference in EMG activity only for the gluteus maximus; in particular, there was a higher electrical activity of this muscle when back squats were performed at the maximum stance widths at 0 and 70% 1RM. There were no significant differences concerning the EMG activity of the other analyzed muscles. These findings suggest that a large width is necessary for a greater activation of the gluteus maximus during back squats.
    (C) 2009 National Strength and Conditioning Association

    Gullett, JC, Tillman, MD, Gutierrez, GM, and Chow, JW. A biomechanical comparison of back and front squats in healthy trained individuals. J Strength Cond Res 23(1): 284-292, 2008-
    The strength and stability of the knee plays an integral role in athletics and activities of daily living. A better understanding of knee joint biomechanics while performing variations of the squat would be useful in rehabilitation and exercise prescription. We quantified and compared tibiofemoral joint kinetics as well as muscle activity while executing front and back squats. Because of the inherent change in the position of the center of mass of the bar between the front and back squat lifts, we hypothesized that the back squat would result in increased loads on the knee joint and that the front squat would result in increased knee extensor and decreased back extensor muscle activity. A crossover study design was used. To assess the net force and torque placed on the knee and muscle activation levels, a combination of video and force data, as well as surface electromyographic data, were collected from 15 healthy trained individuals. The back squat resulted in significantly higher compressive forces and knee extensor moments than the front squat. Shear forces at the knee were small in magnitude, posteriorly directed, and did not vary between the squat variations. Although bar position did not influence muscle activity, muscle activation during the ascending phase was significantly greater than during the descending phase. The front squat was as effective as the back squat in terms of overall muscle recruitment, with significantly less compressive forces and extensor moments. The results suggest that front squats may be advantageous compared with back squats for individuals with knee problems such as meniscus tears, and for long-term joint health.

    (C) 2009 National Strength and Conditioning Association

    Un ringraziamento sentito a dr.j che li ha messi a disposizione.

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    Ottimo articolo, bene bene
    E io che ho sempre creduto che il front squat fosse più impegnativo per le nostre ginocchia rispetto al back squat!

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    Cosa si può dire delle forze in gioco sul rachide nei due tipi di squat frontale e normale?
    Il quadro però di solito è simile a questo:
    - tiro alla morte, riposo 7 giorni (per muscolo) - rialleno lo stesso muscolo ritirando alla morte, riposo 7 giorni ma arranco
    - rialleno lo stesso muscolo ritirando alla morte, riposo 8 giorni - rialleno lo stesso muscolo ritirando alla morte e togliendo alcune serie - scarico perchè mi sento uno straccio. - ritiro alla morte, riposo 8 gg ma arranco peggio di prima - rialleno lo stesso muscolo ritirando alla morte, riposo 9 gg e tolgo altre serie...ma sto sempre peggio. Ragazzi, sono in sovrallenamento. Sbagliato! Lo chiamerei "overreaching da sottoallenamento"...BII

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