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Louie Simmons totalling 1885lbs at the SPF Luke Edwards Benefit Bash with a 705lb squat, 505lb bench and a 675lb deadlift.Video of Louie Simmons totaling 1885lbs (#2 in the masters) at the SPF Luke Edwards Benefit Bash with a 705lb squat, 505lb bench and a 675lb deadlift.
Squats are used to help develop power through the bottom of the squat and dead. This is one of the most common sticking points and the use of variable height boxes enables the athlete to gradually increase their power through the lift. Box squats are done in sets of two repetitions anywhere between 8-12 sets. The percentages of your maximum effort should decide your set volume. Using 45% for 12 sets of 2 reps and up to 65% for 8 sets of 2 reps. A mid point could be 10 sets at 55% of your one rep max (1RM). Resting time between sets is limited to 45-60 seconds to keep the speed up.
Over in Ohio there exists a gym. We aren't talking about a franchise fitness center here that looks nice where you can be comfortable and have your happy workout. We are talking about a real gym. You know a scary place but a place where scary lifting is encouraged. This is a gym by the name of "Westside Barbell", a club for serious powerlifters.
[Courtesy:-Ben Tator]
The max effort method is better than other common methods. It helps to improve intermuscular and intramuscular coordination, because the body will adapt to only the stimulus placed upon it. The max effort method produces the greatest strength gains. While it is not uncommon to suffer fatigue, high blood pressure at rest, anxiety, and depression from using this method, it is the most popular among top athletes and lifters.
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