Get my Workout App for 1$ first month: www.richardduchon.app/ My Instagram: / richard_duchon MyProtein link: bit.ly/3GJOqme discount code ‘DUCHON’ www.legendlondon.co discount code ‘DUCHON’
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 🔥🔥
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.
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,
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🇨🇦🏋🏻♂️💪🏼
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
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.
This is exactly ru-vid.comUgkxUHHotQRjIQnfuxEeVotlkHVYWH0DXZoS 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.
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
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.
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.
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!!
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.
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!
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!
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!!
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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 😆
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
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.
@@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
