Squat Plateau Fix Why Your Strength Has Stopped Increasing

2 weeks, 2 days ago Overcoming Plateaus & Burnout
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NorthernLass Guest
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Mar 30, 2026 17:37

My squat has been stuck at 80kg for ages and I cannot figure out why. I live in Leeds and the winters here are dark, so maybe that is affecting my energy, but my form feels solid. I am hitting depth every time but I just cannot seem to add more weight to the bar without my technique failing.

I suspect my core stability might be the weak link. I have started doing more McGill Big 3 exercises to see if that helps. Does anyone have experience with using pause squats to break a plateau? I have heard they are great for building power out of the hole.

I am also wondering if my shoes are the problem. I am currently using flat Vans, but I see a lot of people in my gym wearing Adidas Adipowers. Is it worth switching to a lifting shoe with a heel to help with my mechanics? I would love to hear from any ladies who have broken through a similar strength wall.

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