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I suppose the ubiquitous answer of "it depends" works well here too. I'd say it depends on you as a lifter (your strengths and weaknesses), as well as your training objective. It's a good alternative exercise to train your back if you don't have a SSB. Actually, between Front Squats and Zercher lifts, you can train the upper erectors pretty hard. If you're trying to train your legs (usually quads), I can see where keeping the reps down can help some folks. But on the other hand, if your upper back is what is limiting you from high reps, it might limit you on low reps too. For me, if I think of any reason to keep the reps down on front squats, it has more to do with breathing and bar position. For me, it's very difficult to breathe on front squat. And if I get past that, I tend to drop my elbows as I fatigue, causing the bar to slide down. That is what usually limits me on front squats, but regardless of the rep count. |