Squat Machines

[Toadly]

I was wondering if anyone has or can recommend a squat machine or is effective in working that legs.

Thanks,
New member 'Toadly'

[hardcore210]

Cybex Plate Loaded Squat Press

HC210

[C A]

almost any leg press is good too.

[ratmonkey]

Originally Posted by hardcore210

Cybex Plate Loaded Squat Press

HC210

bump on that for a leg press. love the plate load squat presses.

[Riemann]

Why don't you just do regular barbell squats bud? They are not "bad for your knees" or "bad for your back." Anything else is just for those too lazy to squat.

[NDK]

I like Hammer Strength hack squat machine, however the one in my gym can't be loaded beyond 495.

[garyzilla]

Bro,

Unless your hurt or soemthing do not do squat machines. Do the real thing and get to the squat rack. Trust me.

[spookaroo]

I usually do leg press along with squats not either or...
As a change of pace I'll use a smith machine occasionally. I don't really like the hack squats cause of knee problems.
For my money though nothing beats free weight for squats.

[bigboy]

i agree barbell and plates the only way to squat. unless your hurt or a pussy. the squat is one of the best all around lifts. if you do choose to squat, squat parrallel or just below, if you dont your cheating yourself.

[NCBIGGJ]

I dont feel as comfortable in a smith machine for squats. I do free bar and I will use the plate loaded leg press for a change of pace. I also like the hack squat, to finish off the legs after a good squat day..