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GrassMaine89

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This is a clip from my squat session tonight...I haven't tried this weight close to this in awhile but I figured my true technique would show with heavier weight...my technique is better than it was but would like some advice...I think flexibility is an issue so some helpful stretches would be nice...any comments or observations are more than welcome...I appreciate any help in advance

Josh

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Looks good from this angle but could see more with the camera more at hip/torso level. I'd use collars though. All it'd take is one of the plates to slide out towards the end to put a bad tweak in your back.

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Looks good from this angle but could see more with the camera more at hip/torso level. I'd use collars though. All it'd take is one of the plates to slide out towards the end to put a bad tweak in your back.

Ok I'll make another video in a couple days a little higher...ya I need to buy collars at some point...I think I have cheap spring clamps somewhere...thanks for taking a look

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Springs will work good enough. Even some big pony clamps.

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Looks good from this angle but could see more with the camera more at hip/torso level.

I'd use collars though. All it'd take is one of the plates to slide out towards the end to put a bad tweak in your back.

+1 and +1.

For flexibility you could do different kinds of squats (powerlifting, bodybuilding) with light weight, very light, and just go as low as you can and rest there for a while. Even bodyweight is good for that. It's easy to do it daily and you will feel better after a while. With bodyweight only you can relax in the bottom and let your back go rounded. With a load the straight back is of course the most important thing.

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Ok that seems simple enough...I'll start working on these...thanks for the reply

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You don't look very 'tight' maybe lacking ab / core strength? this would allow you to lift more by helping direct the force to where its needed.Do you ever use a belt?

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You don't look very 'tight' maybe lacking ab / core strength? this would allow you to lift more by helping direct the force to where its needed.Do you ever use a belt?

I hurt my back squatting awhile back because I wasn't tightening my abs enough...I try to do it now but tend to go loose at the bottom...I don't know if I can't think about hitting depth and staying tight or what...I've never used a belt before...probably would be worth the investment?

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After your main work sets go do some paused squats 3 x 3r or 5 x 3r starting with 70% of your 1RM and add 5# a session. That'll get you tight down there. Paused squats cure almost everything.

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After your main work sets go do some paused squats 3 x 3r or 5 x 3r starting with 70% of your 1RM and add 5# a session. That'll get you tight down there. Paused squats cure almost everything.

Awesome...thanks for the advice

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Ever do box squats? They helped my form tremendously when I first started lifting.

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I have but it's been awhile...I think it was when I was still in high school...maybe these are something I could explore again

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Good stuff! Try to practice your set-up. I spent a lot of time working on my walk-out--step back to the right; step back to the left; squat! This will make all the difference when the weight gets up close to 5 plates.

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I wouldn't say your core is lacking, as you maintain a great upright position even when near your max while low bar squatting. The angle is tricky, but you could probably work on your walk out (waay too many steps, it should only take 2 steps, anything else is wasted energy), and keep your upper back tighter. How wide is your stance? Some hip flexor stretches are good no matter who you are though.

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Good stuff! Try to practice your set-up. I spent a lot of time working on my walk-out--step back to the right; step back to the left; squat! This will make all the difference when the weight gets up close to 5 plates.

I wouldn't say your core is lacking, as you maintain a great upright position even when near your max while low bar squatting. The angle is tricky, but you could probably work on your walk out (waay too many steps, it should only take 2 steps, anything else is wasted energy), and keep your upper back tighter. How wide is your stance? Some hip flexor stretches are good no matter who you are though.

These are brilliant suggestions...When I bench (my preferred lift) everything I do is routine. I know exactly what I am going to do and do the same thing every time. I think by doing this I am preparing mentally and also really helping muscle memory through repetition. When I re watched my squat video I was able to see all the unnecessary fumbling around.

keep your upper back tighter. How wide is your stance?

My stance is pretty wide, I would say on each side 6 inches past shoulder width. I noticed after the video when I attempted 475 for 2, I stalled in the center of the lift and then pulled the bar down which activated my lats, and I was able to move again. I think maybe I get lazy at the bottom towards the middle of the lift. These are all excellent points that I will keep in mind for my next squat session.

Thank

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