Question

If you could select only ONE from these following squat variants ( Romanian Deadlift (stiff legged Deadlift), High bar back squat, Summo squat or the Front squat) to train with, if your goal was to maximize muscle activation, force production (strength) and potential carry over to track sprinting which one would it be and why?

Answer 1

When comparing Romanian deadlift to High bar back squat with the given condition

One that I would select is high bar back squat as it helps in activation of number of muscle like

1. Gluteal muscles are activated in high bar squat
2. Spinal Erector are activated
3. Quadriceps muscle is having more activation in high bar squat
4. Scapular muscle as well as rhomboids are activated
5. Lattismus dorsi and hamstring muscle are activated in high bar squat .

this Exersice is more activating and strengthening one and it is effective in carrying on to sprinting track