Full Squat for Full Size Gains, Partial Squat for Full Strength Benefits - Heavy(/-ier) Weights for Both Size & Strength
In most, but unfortunately not all studies, this would be a partial squat... The latest resistance training study from the Charles Sturt University comes to a somewhat expected suggestion in the practical implications: "[R]esistance training programs designed to change body composition (e.g., hypertrophy, fat loss) are reliant not so much on power and force but more on total work performed, high-intensity FROM [full range of motion] squats should be the focus" (Drinkwater. 2016). Unsurprising for everyone, who has read the previous SuppVersity articles, in which I've often argued for " full squats for full development ". Different ROMs may also be used as part of classic periodization schemes. 30% More on the Big Three: Squat, DL, BP! Mix Things Up to Make Extra-Gains Linear vs. Undulating Periodizationt 12% Body Fat in 12 Weeks W/ Periodizatoin Detraining + Periodization - How to? Tapering 101 - Learn How It's Done! The argu...