We’ll never say barbell back squats are a terrible exercise—especially since some will argue, convincingly, that the movement is the king of all exercises. But for the average gymgoer, this heavyweight staple might not be the best move for their training wants and needs. The Men’s Health fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., and trainer Mathew Forzaglia, NFPT-CPT, founder of Forzag Fitness, break down the barbell back squat and share effective lower-body exercise options that can provide the same benefits and possibly even do more for you to increase your leg day gains. Watch more Men’s Health Muscle videos HERE:
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