Squats are among the most popular exercises performed around the world today.
Among the most endearing factor in squatting is one can include free weights into the workout.
The free weights can be barbells or dumbbells of which each has different uses and benefits.
Squats are very simple exercise for one to perform and are important to the development of various muscle groups of the lower body.
When squats are performed using free weights in one's hands, it is even more beneficial.
Performing squats Squats need be performed in the right manner for it to be effective.
The main areas squats exercise target includes hips and thighs of a person.
It is therefore important that squats are performed correctly.
The following details show how to perform squats correctly: · A person stands with the feet to the ground, the distance between feet should match the approximate distance between shoulders · Bend knees slowly for the body to go as close as possible to the ground · Make sure the knees don't extend beyond the toes to prevent chances of serious knee injury.
· Stand back again and get to your starting position.
Squats with Dumbbells Squats with dumbbells are tougher compared with one's with barbells because a person is required to hold each of the dumbbells in one in each had while squatting.
This result to increase of load on the upper body making it hard to perform the squat.
The scenario here is dumbbells hang freely for each suspension.
Using barbells instead of dumbbells enables one to carry more weight.
It is for this reason that many people prefer squatting with barbells specifically the ones attached to a machine.
Squats with barbells There are two methods to use when performing barbell squats.
The first method is done by holding a free barbell, placing it to the back of the neck while squatting.
This results to an increase in total weight of the body and also increases effectiveness of the exercise.
The drawback here is balancing requires more work.
The other method is done by using a Smith machine, attaching thee barbell on both sides.
One doesn't have to worry about losing balance in this case because the barbell is fixed.
This is the reason why most people prefer barbell to squatting.
Barbell squats versus Dumbbell squats · Barbell offers one a chance to lift heavier weights compared to dumbbells · Squatting with dumbbell builds the upper body but with squats, the lower body is primarily aimed.
· Barbell squats puts lots of pressure to lower back which can result to injury.