HOW I BUILD BIG LEGS WITHOUT SQUATS | FULL LEG WORKOUT
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It's duchon, back with another one. Big fan of this guy's simple routines. It takes the guesswork and complexities out of the equation.
thanks man, no need to overcomplicate things 💪🏼
@@richard_duchon 9:56 Can you share with us a leg workout at home for those persons who can’t afford a gym membership?
As a tall lifter with most of my height coming from my femur length, ive found doing squats extremely difficult, so seeing this video knowing you can still build huge legs without squats makes me feel much better,
Same boat bud, 6'3 over here and my torso is like a foot long😂
Have you tried elevating your heels while squatting? Helped me out
Tried gear like this guy is on?
There is a reason you don't see many tall men with big wide quads even if they work out. The muscle is longer so it doesn't appear as wide
@@helios4425 just have to work harder
This makes me feel seen. i do all these and not a barbell squats because i have shit ankle mobility from old breaks and even with good form it puts pressure on my curved spine so all these variations truly help and its good to see someone post about it.
Since I got to forty years old and just started back in the gym after two-three years out . I have used the smith machine for squats and calve raises . My legs are far from massive , but in two months I have seen the muscle shape and develop and had no lower back problems and find my form is loads better
I wish I could to these exercises like you but I am still fat and unfit. I am trying so hard though. I train everyday. I got the best meal plan from NextLevel Diet. I hope I will get in shape fast so I can start with some calisthenic then. Wish me some luck boys and girls!!
Good luck, just train hard
Fat = 80% diet. Every time I've lost weight, I did on diet alone and zero exercise.
You'll get there. Consistency is key
@@chidipablo624 I hope so
Yep same here my legs are growing just fine with out squats since they cause me to much pain from injuries they are not needed at all simple leg press variations close and wide stance high slow control reps everything is super set as well you don’t even need to go to heavy as well if it’s slow and controlled makes it hard
Those type of exercices suit me very well , according to my hip issue ...
thanks for sharing 👍👍👍💪🏼
This is awesome. My next month Leg session, no squats/a break .Following this routine. Thanks @Duchon
How was it? Do you feel it works?
This one’s great! 🙌🏼 Gonna do this workout on Friday. 🔥
This is exactly what I was looking for, thanks man!
Good advice. I do different squat-variations because it has worked the best for me. But for people who hate or can't do barbell squats I'd highly recommend hack squats. It enables you to get a below 90 degrees range of motion and you can put on more weight since your back is supported. One of the best leg-exercises in my opinion!
Completely agree, and pendulum squats. My gym I go to has just got a pendulum squat machine and wow what a killer.
@@ESKATEUK That's nice I wish my gym had one, it seems like a great exercise as well!
That’s what I also do hack squats
No doubt. I recently starting using the hack squat machine and have seen good results. I had spine surgery and, as a result, I have lumbar hardware.
@@mrtheorogelio do you do the regular hawk squat or reverse ?
Came in to the gym 5am saying god i hate squats...that first exercise my god thats harder then it looks..love it alteady feel every single rep! Thanks for this, been looking for something diff than squats🇨🇦🏋🏻♂️💪🏼
This is exactly ruclips.net/user/postUgkxUHHotQRjIQnfuxEeVotlkHVYWH0DXZoS what I needed to get some exercise while I'm stuck at my desk all day. It's just the right size. Only downsides are that the right oeddale unscrews itself while I use it and increasing the tension causes it to squeak while in use. Both are minor issues that aren't that important to me. So I give it 5 stars.
The one and the only legend. We say hi from Africa where bodybuilding is literally challenging and hard. I’ve been following you for a while. You are my motivation 🔥🔥
What's hard about bodybuilding in Africa? Don't they have gyms in your country?
This is great because squats and deadlifts actually cause me a lot of pain, especially in my lower back/hip, even had someone look me over for technique, change of position etc and nothing helps, so it's nice to see they're not mandatory.
How are you doing with the pain now? Has this helped and have you seen improvement in side and strength?
Always giving the best tips man 🙌🏻👏🏻 #KeepItSimple
I like that you can tell you're an avid body builder and still recommend machines, most people I talk to cringe at the thought of using a machine and said you wont get gains unless you use freeweights.
I just finished a leg day. I tried that step back lunge on the smith machine. Wow! Best pump I've ever gotten with just a plate a side! Thank you!!
thanx bro nog meer geleerd van jouw 💪ben zelf geen squat fun. hoop nog meer video’s te zien well done 👍🏻
Very nice workout!! I'll use this leg training for now on. Thank you!
THanks for showing us your way Richard , i learn alot!
Great content man! Just implemented some exercises from this video into my routine :)
Grande Richard ! 💪💪 Great video
Hey Richard, glad you didn't try to get in a locker, since it is leg day. I remember that from one of your prior videos....LOL. I to, have to put insoles in all of my shoes due to foot pain.....they do help a lot. I have never done reverse lunges and will try them today. Thanks for sharing and have a great week.
Thank you! I want to train my legs without doing squats!! You are an example to get beautiful trained legs without squats! Gives me hope to get some nice legs too!! 😬
Squats suck ass, totally. But make no mistake, they benefit not just your legs but whole body and make a more anabolic environment within the body (if done properly with good form). I trained first 4-5 years without doing squats and everything but. I had decent legs too, but when I started squatting and squatting heavy. My legs exploded and whole body got bigger and better.
Just did this today. My new favorite leg day when I need a break from squatting
v creative alternative movements on the machines, I’ll be sure to try these, thank you !
No one can motivate me more than you bro
I'm glad to see another of your videos 😍it's been a while 👍
Nice leg program! I know it will work well. Here’s my experience - for years, My legs would not grow significantly until…..I started doing Bulgarian squats. Haha! You mentioned you weren’t looking forward to them. I
Must admit, they are so painful and make me gulp for air, but so damn effective for muscle growth.
It took me a while (weeks) to get the balance, control and fluidity of this exercise to maximize growth. Once, I mastered that, my legs grew like a weed and are separated with good shape. I don’t have to pile on heavy weights like traditional squats or leg presses. Just some light dumbbells are more than enough. At first, I used just bodyweight. One thing though, they are hard to do keeping tempo and squeezing at top. Burn is fiery intense and very unpleasant but rewarding. Major soreness for days post. However, the growth was so satisfying!!
I love squats, I'll always do them as long as my body allows. With that said, you got good results, keep up the great work amigo.
Agreed I’ll never stop squatting !
I was looking for this because I had back surgery last september. It wasnt a major surgery, but i have been getting back into legs and only doing certain things so im looking to branch outmore. Thanks for the vid!
I like your video cause it's simple, straight to the point on working out your legs.
I like the routine, looks so good I will start doing it tomorrow, I also used to live in Heerlen, actually in Maastricht I pretty like the gym options I find in the Netherlands, specially from Basic fIt, thanks for your videos.
Those reverse lunges are more effective and complete than squats. That is why he do not need squats. If he eliminate those lunges ( and gear , of course)will not have legs.
I like using the idea of using the leg extension for a standing hamstring curl. I can never get the settings right on the other machines and dont feel like I'm getting the the best out of the exercise. Will defo give it a go
This will be my new go to leg workout, thank you
Great video thanks Richard ❤️
Really liked it awesome. Thanks alot!!
Such badass training dude!!!🤘🏻🔥
Thank you so much for sharing brother!
Awesome video !!! Perfect !!
Thank you that was amazing it’s great to know that there’s other ways to build your legs thank you
Great content!! I’ve been always trying to vary my workout to confuse my muscle without sacrificing strength and growth. I totally agree with your workout today and will definitely do this on my next leg day.
I usually set an alarm for a random time during the night. I keep a loaded barbell right next to my bed, and when that alarm is set off I do 20 reps RPE 9 ATG squats, to maximally confuse the muscles.
this is your problem. always trying to vary...
bad idea...
He's still doing squats. You could not figure out that squat on your own??
@@SnowboredK 🤣
@peace why are you replying to me? and what do you mean?
You just earned a subscription from me. Your legs are amazing 👏 I hope to achieve that as well. I will try that thus week!
Amazing quality content Richard!
Just in all curiousity but what is the main reason you prefer reverse lunges instead of forward lunges?
My favorites are 1) Hack Squat, 2) Romanian Deads with the Hex/trap Bar (with heels elevated) and 3) Dumbbell Front Squat!
reverse lunges are easier because you’re balancing on the foot that stays in place, with forward lunges you’re balancing on the foot that you’re taking a step forward with and that’s a lot harder. Hope that makes sense, you can also only do reverse lunges when using the smith machine
@@richard_duchon
Makes completely sense!! That's a huge benefit I have never thought about!
Because of a shoulder injury I can’t hold up the barbell on normal back squats with out having a ton of pain and it just makes it so unfun for me. It’s definitely giving me hope that I don’t have to do squats to get big legs. Im just starting out but am only using machines for now and I definitely feel sore and work hard on my sets so I hope to see some good progress. Thanks for the video
this guy does not miss any workouts
My quads hurt just looking at this video. Great work out line up. Trying next leg day.
Great vid. Thanks!!
Thanks for sharing Richard
Just worked out. Adding this tomorrow
Amazing workout variations.. 🔥
Fabulous stuff mate
Thank You!
definitely giving this a go today!
Ty , I have a hip issue so squats are out for me. I will add these exercises on my next leg day.
Wea you been brothaa ..good to see you back!!
Love the approach! Impressive results! Have a comment on the RDL though - mostly because of beginners watching your routine. You are not hinging at the hips - looking at the video your hips are essentially motionless and all the movement comes from your upper body (bending at the waist). It still does the trick as you are very strong and maintain straight back. But in reality your back is exposed and you could find ways to further improve form.
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He's doing a stiff legged deadlift. You can do them with the knees slightly bent, as he is doing in this video, or with the legs straight, which emphasizes the stretch in the hamstrings. His form is very good, it's just that he got the name of the exercise wrong in the video.
Good form, I’m a fan of the smith machine I use it for many exercises especially for my back and chest but never for legs, which I’m going to try
Thanks soo! much for this workout routine 🥰💋
A tip mate, keep your cervical spine neutral when lifting, in this case it's in a risky degree of flexion when you're doing the smith lunges because you're looking down. This puts the C6C7 disk at risk. Your lumbar spine enter flexion as well in the romanian deadlift, the movement should only be in the hips. I wish someone had told me this during my early years, because the price of not doing this has been real high.
u not serious rn..
@@splishsplash6802 Does it look like i'm not? If you're questioning the facts that i laid out in my comment you should study the anatomy of the spine and mechanisms for disc injury, some biomechanics wouldn't hurt either. A great start is Dr. Stuart Mcgills books.
I’ve seen a lot of people preach on Romanians to try and curve the the back allowing a better stretch on the hammies. But a neutral position with deep stretch on them works just as well
U R 100% right - EVERY exercise is done with cervical flexion and forward head posture....a cervical disaster in the making
@@EatinMySandwich Anyone preaching spinal flexion when lifting is someone that you shouldn't listen to. What happens when you allow for spinal flexion in an RDL is that you have to go deeper to get the same stretch as when you keep the spine neutral and only allow movement in the hips. If i allow flexion i can touch my toes, if i don't i don't come half way until i get the same stretch. I suggest that you look at this video with Dr. Mcgill ruclips.net/video/3WAQ0q8iYX0/видео.html
Thank you for the most uncomplicated leg workout 💪
Very nice video thank you this will really help me on my skinny chicken leg bulk
It’s encouraging to see your leg development without squats. Did you ever do a lot of squats in the beginning to build them?
Lunges and Bulgarian splits are squat variations like one legged squats
Excellent teacher
Love this💪🏼
Thanks bro !
I have bad knees and squatting even in good form, hurts my knees. Thank you so much for this
Love the reverse lunge, can't wait to try it !
Been squatting for 33 years no problem whatsoever nothing wrong with squats being a lazy Ass is the real issue for most people who gripe about the exercise !
Bingo. When I go to the gym, I go to push my limits and embrace the pain of progress.
I thought I was alone but I have noticed better results using less weight performing lunges than squats!!
Looks like a great leg routine. I’ll try it in on my next leg day thx!
Thanks for sharing, I love it. Great legs muscle 💪
Great routine. Certainly will try it since I personally do not incorporate squatting into my routine. However, technically, the majority of the compound movements were single leg squats 😆
Hi there please can you tell me what is the best pre workout meal and post workout thanks.
the leg king
That's great, keeping it simple
LOVE THIS VIDEO 💪🏿
I had a back issue so I didn't like to do squats or deadlift, but I cycled a lot and did lunges, and other forms of squats and back exercises
This dude naturally has a good build for lifting and gaining muscle.
Hey Richard, when I do lying hamstring curl the pad just rolls up my leg towards the knee joint (back of my knee) which kinda reduces tension and makes the exercise suboptimal. I have tried a lot with literally no weights too but can't prevent it from happening.
Sounds like the positioning on the pad is a bit to far up your leg prior to making the lift. Your machine should have a few ways to manipulate the position, try making the pad rest on the back of your foot as close to the bottom as possible. Also, try putting the seat back or moving your whole body forward on the machine depending on which curl machine your using.
Bro i seriously love you
this gonna be my next set plan
Excellent.
This is essentially my leg day routine, but i do squat from time to time to build core endurance and lower back strength
How do you feel about single leg extensions? Is there better results than double?
THANK YOU !!!
I have a struggle with balance when I do reverse lunges and Bulgarian split squats. The Smith is a good idea. I've never done squats and have focused on lunge varieties over the years.
I love using the smith machine to do my squats and reverse lunges ,I notice its a machine that is 80% not used by the gym members better for me ,my only great struggle is doing front squats again the smith is my friend
what is the name of the shoe insoles for feet? i need them bro!
Nice my dude take for the tips I’ll do that tomorrow it’s leg day for me aging
I like to do dumbbell Squats and more recently dumbbell Sumo Squats which are really good; especially for the hamstrings. With my chicken legs I've often found I get too out of breath doing barbell squats long before I feel any kind of burn in my quads but I still do them occasionally as its one of the best big compound exercises for building overall strength and works out multiple muscles in one go.
As a guy who has had 3 knee surgeries and hip issues I struggle upkeeping my legs. Squats are certainly out of the question for me at this point. So it's good to know the potential without regular/front squats or deadlifts. Appreciate the video.
Man i feel you but i found the solution. His name is “knees over toes guy”. Check him on yt. Youre welcome
@@sonpois appreciate it. That’s the second recommendation I have heard now. I’ll look into it. Thank you.
@@dillonproctor7835 no worries. Regarding diet, i quit gluten years ago as it caused major inflammation in my joints as well as brain fog, sinus and skin problems. Worth checking out if you have any of those symptoms. Wishing you good health
Very good thanks .
What is the difference between the reverse lunges and the Bulgarian split squat? Mechanically they seem and feel almost identical.
BSS has greater range of motion
Thank you, Bro ~
Loved it bro
Will try these exercices for a change 🙂
Great video, obviously it works