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THE BFS BOX SQUAT
Unfortunately the safety of this antastic Core Lift is questioned because of misconceptions that it compresses the spine and is dangerous to the lower back. We know this is an effective and safe lift<
By Dr. Greg Shepard
Published: Winter 1997


I learned about the Box Squat from two throwers in Los Angeles in the late 1960s. George Frenn was our nations best Hammer thrower and John Cole was one of the best Discus throwers. Both George and John were also world record holders in Powerlifting. We first trained at the original Golds Gym in Venice Beach and then later at the West Side Barbell Club. Louie Simmons, who has trained many Powerlifting record holders, also learned about Box Squats at the same place. He took this knowledge back to Columbus, Ohio and now has his own West Side Barbell Club.
There are misconceptions that Box Squats compress the spine and/or are dangerous to the lower back. There is even a poster in a number of weight rooms describing th