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Lower Body Exercises Ranked: S–F Tier for Real-World Function & Longevity | #066
In this solo episode of The Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd ranks common lower body exercises from S–F tier based on real-world functionality, injury risk, and long-term return on investment for the general population.
This is not a bodybuilding or max-strength ranking. Instead, Judd breaks down which upper body movements actually carry over to daily life, athletic durability, and longevity — and which popular lifts may be overrated or unnecessarily risky for most people.
You’ll hear Judd explain:
Why barbell back squats aren’t the “king” for most lifters
Why conventional deadlifts quickly become…
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