Trouble with the squat

[jhudak]

Mr. Rippetoe,

I have read a few of your resources and have many friends who speak highly of your work. I have been dealing with some squatting problems for the past few years now and wondered if I could get your advice. It seems that I will make progress for a while using the box squat but as soon as I take the box away and attempt a free squat I sustain a hip injury that leaves me with back spasms. I know there are a lot of variables that go into it but any advice you have I would greatly appreciate. Thank you for your time and help.

Sincerely,

Josh

[Mark Rippetoe]

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