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There was no significant difference in the rating of perceived exertion between partial and full back squat exercises at 10RM.
Both squat variations can be used interchangeably without affecting perceived exertion.
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There was no significant difference for rating of perceived exertion between partial and full back squat exercise at 10RM (8 ± 1 and 9 ± 1, respectively).
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Based on the study design and direct measurement of perceived exertion.
Source
Muscle Activation Differs Between Partial and Full Back Squat Exercise With External Load Equated
Josinaldo J. da Silva et al. · The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research · 2017
DOI 10.1519/jsc.0000000000001713
other · n=15Cited 76×
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