Understanding the importance of depth
in squats is imperative. We base our standards on a parallel depth or slightly below
it. The high school All American standard is
500 pounds for males with heavy builds and
325 pounds for females with heavy builds.
The all-state standard is 400 pounds for
males and 235 pounds (think two plates and
a collar) for females. BFS set those standards
to help athletes and coaches understand
when an athlete achieves something remarkable. Only an exceptional athlete with special
understanding of how to do squats can reach
those standards. If an athlete squats a foot
high, or three inches high with 500 pounds,
it is meaningless. Not a whole lot is really
happening, and the athlete will miss out on
great benefits.