Ive been doing low rep squats (3x5, 5x5) for many years now. Ive upped my 1RM from a measly 135 to an acceptable 405. With that said, I hurt my lower back and am experimenting with high rep/low weight squats. What Ive noticed is how dreadful I am with high reps. I could not finish 3x20 with 30 second rest intervals at 95lbs!
My first question is what would cause me to be so terrible with high rep squats? I thought lifting relatively heavy would somewhat transfer over.
Second, would my weakness with high rep squats be partially responsible for my life long skinny legs? I have not been able to put any size on my legs through the transition from 135 to 405 over the years.
Thank you.
My first question is what would cause me to be so terrible with high rep squats? I thought lifting relatively heavy would somewhat transfer over.
Second, would my weakness with high rep squats be partially responsible for my life long skinny legs? I have not been able to put any size on my legs through the transition from 135 to 405 over the years.
Thank you.