Q: In terms of leg development, what is the difference between a high bar squat and a low-bar squat?
A: A high-bar (Olympic lifting) squat places more stress on the quads and works the legs through a greater range of motion. A low-bar (powerlifting) squat puts more stress on the glutes and lower back. If you only perform low bar squats, you would probably want to supplement your program with exercises such as leg curls and split squats to ensure complete leg development.
Q: In terms of leg development, what is the difference between a high bar squat and a low-bar squat?
A: A high-bar (Olympic lifting) squat places more stress on the quads and works the legs through a greater range of motion. A low-bar (powerlifting) squat puts more stress on the glutes ...