What is the world record for the heaviest squat?
A SQUAT is one of three main exercises used in powerlifting – along with the deadlift and the bench-press.
We have pulled together everything you need to know about this type of lift.
The Squat is one of three types of lifts used in powerlifting, as well as the deadlift and the bench press
What is the world record for the heaviest squat?
To do a squat correctly, you need to keep your core tight and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
When using a barbell, it should rest along the top of your shoulder blades and traps.
The heaviest unassisted squat weight lifted by a male is 477.17 kg (1052 lb).
The heaviest assisted squat lifted by a male is 484.89 kg (1069 lb).
The heaviest unassisted squat weight lifted by a female is 278.9 kg (614.86 lb).
The heaviest assisted squat weight lifted by a female is 387.5 kg (854.29 lbs).
All of these weights are verified by the Guinness Book Of World Records.
Who holds the record for the heaviest squat?
The heaviest unassisted squat weight lifted by a male is 477.17 kg (1052 lb), achieved by American Ray Williams at the Arnold –Slingshot Pro American meet in Columbus, Ohio, USA, on March 4, 2017.
The Guinness World Record for the heaviest assisted squat was achieved by Andrey Malanichev at the BigDogs ProRaw Powerlifting meet in Frankston, Victoria, Australia, on October 29, 2016.
The heaviest squat for a woman was achieved by American April Mathis in Orlando, Florida, USA, on October 29, 2011.
April completed the squat wearing only a belt and knee sleeves.
The heaviest assisted squat for a woman was achieved by Rebecca Swanson in Chicago, Illinois, USA, on October 29, 2005.
How much can the average man and woman squat?
This is dependant on the weight of the person doing the squat.
According to StrengthLog, the average man can squat 58kg with no prior experience of doing this.
The average woman is said to be able to squat 27kg without any previous experience of this type of lifting.
