Slyosniper
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I used to hate training legs until they finally started developing.
I've always been able to get my hamstrings and adductors sore, but my quads were a different story. Someone suggested I try belt squats and sissy squats, and after just two weeks, I can honestly say they've been a game changer. I'm finally feeling my quads doing the work.
If you don't have a belt squat machine, I found an improvised setup that works well. I use a long single-handle cable attachment between my lifting belt and the cable hook to do belt squats.
For sissy squats, I use the rope attachment on a high cable with just enough weight to help support my balance. Keep your hips pushed forward and really focus on letting your quads do the work. It takes a little practice to get the movement down, but once it clicks, you'll know it.
I promise you'll be walking funny after a few sets! If your quads are hard to activate like mine were, these two exercises are definitely worth trying.
I've always been able to get my hamstrings and adductors sore, but my quads were a different story. Someone suggested I try belt squats and sissy squats, and after just two weeks, I can honestly say they've been a game changer. I'm finally feeling my quads doing the work.
If you don't have a belt squat machine, I found an improvised setup that works well. I use a long single-handle cable attachment between my lifting belt and the cable hook to do belt squats.
For sissy squats, I use the rope attachment on a high cable with just enough weight to help support my balance. Keep your hips pushed forward and really focus on letting your quads do the work. It takes a little practice to get the movement down, but once it clicks, you'll know it.
I promise you'll be walking funny after a few sets! If your quads are hard to activate like mine were, these two exercises are definitely worth trying.
