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    l2elapse is offline That don't kill me, can only make me stronger
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    Box Squats turn into back workout?

    box squats are much easier on my knees so i perform them and i will bend at the hips first and touch my butt on the seat but i feel i get more of a back work out

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    the only way i can see it working your back is if your changing form.

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    Try widening your stance some.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Brent_G
    Try widening your stance some.
    Excellent advice.

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    Quote Originally Posted by justinandrews7
    box squats are much easier on my knees so i perform them and i will bend at the hips first and touch my butt on the seat but i feel i get more of a back work out
    Get a lower bench.

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    Like Znak said, I was going to suggest the hight of the seat. Play with that a bit.

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