I don't know for sure what it is, but there seems to be something about the combination of strength in deep ranges of motion, mobility of the ankle and hip and stability of both the lower limb and the torso that single
leg squat demands which make it a great injury prevention tool.
Not exact matches
I actually feel it's fine to do deadlifts in addition to the basic routine as the
demands placed by bodyweight
squats and one
legged squats are not all that great.
My guess is that the more
demanding and full - body a movement — all out cycling and back
squats as opposed to
leg presses and bench press, which are comparatively more isolated — the more likely baking soda will help.
The Barbell Front
Squat is an awesome strength developing drill that places high
demand not only on your
legs but also your upper back, shoulders and core to maintain position.