ATF Squat

Discussion in 'Health and Fitness' started by Blevunly, Jan 8, 2006.

  1. Blevunly

    Blevunly Valued Member

    What exactly is ATF squat?
     
  2. pgm316

    pgm316 lifting metal

    Ass-To-Floor

    You go all the way! :)
     
  3. Combatant

    Combatant Monsiour Fitness himself.

    **** to the floor I am guessing, usually known as ass to the grass (ATG).
     
  4. Blevunly

    Blevunly Valued Member

    Ok thanks agian
     
  5. flaming

    flaming Valued Member

    I cant even go that low without weight. I fall backwards. What stretches should i do?
     
  6. Nick K

    Nick K Sometimes a Valued Member

    get a pile of books that you can just squat down on

    practise squatting (without weight) may be 10 reps every other day

    after a week, remove a book or two and persevere..

    patience my friend!
     
  7. flaming

    flaming Valued Member

    I'll try it with my poufee. And i can hold a stick over my head. Then some big encyclopedias. Im also thinking of getting this book Stretching Scientifically: A Guide to Flexibility Training Thomas Kurz, anyone know if its any good or recomend a better book.
     
  8. Nick K

    Nick K Sometimes a Valued Member

    Generally recommended as one of the best.
     
  9. Colucci

    Colucci My buddies call me Chris.

    It's also important to play around with your stance width. Try squatting a bit wider, or bring your feet a bit closer. Nick K's got it right. Generally, the best way to get more flexible for squatting, is to squat. Though, I'd recommend 10-15 easy reps every day. Or, you could do something like 2x5 before every weight-training workout.
     
  10. flaming

    flaming Valued Member

    I did a few tonight with my stance a bit wider and it was easier, slightly. I tried it with my arms above my head that was even harder. I injured my back a while ago trying to one arm snatch a 56lb weight. So i think the strength in that side need building up too.
     

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