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Squat: Explosive

Exercise
Equipment
Sets
Reps
Rest
Exercise 1 of 6

Back Squat

Equipment
Barbell, Squat Rack
Sets
8
Reps
3
Rest
--
60% of 1 rep max.
Exercise 2 of 6

Reverse Band Squat

Equipment
Sets
1
Reps
2
Rest
--
80% of 1 rep max. Hang a pair of bands from the top of a power rack, looping them around the ends of a loaded barbell. The bands will unload some of the weight in the bottom position of the lift, helping you accelerate out of the hole more quickly.
Exercise 3 of 6

Olympic Squat

Equipment
Sets
5
Reps
5
Rest
--
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart or a bit narrower; squat as low as possible (below parallel) while staying upright.
Exercise 4 of 6

Leg Press

Equipment
Sets
4
Reps
15
Rest
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