Hey, BBM team! I’m approaching the third block of the Bodybuilding II template and wanted to inject some novel exercises into the mix that I hadn’t tried before. I usually try to throw one or two exercises I haven’t experimented with into the rotation at the start of each new cycle/block to keep things fresh and promote adherence.
I was thinking of experimenting with a heels elevated barbell hack squat for BB2’s third block. I’m sure you’re familiar with this exercise, but just as a rough overview, it’s a “squat” that is more or less pulled from the floor from behind the lifter as opposed to the positioning in a traditional deadlift. I find the mechanics of this exercise programmed as a “squat” to be unusual enough to seek your opinion on it because I’m still not sure if this is a great exercise or just total gym fuckery. Do you think this movement can be programmed into a squat/knee dominant slot, or is it too much of a pull from the floor? If you think there’s an argument for it being integrated into BB2’s lower body days, where would you program it in the week? I was thinking as a main squat slot, but wanted your opinion. Thanks, guys!