rocketman44's Review Of Smith Machine Squat

Jul 27, 2010 6:32 AM: Very good alternative or supplement to barbell squats. Allows lifter to concentrate on the squat without balancing the bar. Also allows for greater variety of foot postions and thus specific targeting of hamstrings/glutes if desired. Downrated somewhat because plane of motion not satisfactory for some...+See More Very good alternative or supplement to barbell squats. Allows lifter to concentrate on the squat without balancing the bar. Also allows for greater variety of foot postions and thus specific targeting of hamstrings/glutes if desired. Downrated somewhat because plane of motion not satisfactory for some lifters; on the other hand, no spotter is needed. -See Less