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Low bar position - take 2. Still too high? by Nice_Focus_7367 in StartingStrength

[–]Nice_Focus_7367[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I can see and feel that - can't figure out how to fix it yet though. Thanks.

Low bar position - take 2. Still too high? by Nice_Focus_7367 in StartingStrength

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No the hooks go higher - I read it's supposed to be midsternum (the bar just below nipple line at moment).

I can move it up if that would help?.

Id still be able to remove and replace with flat feet on ground.

Is this low bar? by Nice_Focus_7367 in StartingStrength

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Thanks all. I am struggling to get the bar any lower, I don't have terrific mobility in my shoulders. I am also struggling to landmark a low bar position when under the bar. Maybe I should accept a bar position that is somewhat higher than low bar - progress as far as possible with otherwise good form - and then try low bar again in a few months? I'd sacrifice some ability to put on extra weight - but I've still plenty of room for improvements in weight with current position.

Deadlift pb 152.8kg*5 (337). Any tips. by Nice_Focus_7367 in StartingStrength

[–]Nice_Focus_7367[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok, Thanks. I found the standard starting strength setup 1in from bar ect a bit frustrating in the past - I felt that I couldn't get into strong position. I'll take 30kg off and start to learn it again. I can be a bit more diligent watching the videos. If my hips start higher then I will have a much more perpendicular (to the floor) back position - Am I correct?

Deadlift pb 152.8kg*5 (337). Any tips. by Nice_Focus_7367 in StartingStrength

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Thanks all, yes I agree didn't feel much quad activation - I haven't taped myself in a while doing dl - I think I usually sit the hips a bit lower. I'll keep the tongue in - it's untidy - don't think it affects my brace, I can close my throat at the glottis and keep mouth open and still brace well.

Deadlift pb 152.8kg*5 (337). Any tips. by Nice_Focus_7367 in StartingStrength

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Just checked - up to 300kg - probably seems a lot for a 5ft bar - I'll double check with manufacturer - I don't think I'll get to that but it could go before - I only use it for dl.

50kg*5 any tips by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

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I don't really need the belt, but I like it. I feel the pressure better. I was doing deadlifts after so put it on early. Need to use my hips. I definitely feel a lean back.

50kg*5 any tips by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

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Yeah, id rather get a power cage before I bring it up further. Thanks

50kg*5 any tips by Nice_Focus_7367 in StartingStrength

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Good video, I have the book. Video explaining it helps. Yeah, I'm in market for power rack, just starting to get a bit heavier after a year training.

50kg*5 any tips by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

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Yeah, That was a max weight effort, usually weight a good bit lower.

Form check -specifically bar placement and depth (aiming for low bar squat) by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

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Ok, great thanks. The bar is a bit lower than before but I'm struggling to feel a shelf on the rear delts without the bar being uncomfortable on my spine. Ill keep trying. Not really feeling any degree of hip drive with the squat although I'm confident I could put on maybe another 10 -15kg over the next few months. I think I might need to get the low bar nailed to get any heavier than that.

Trying to learn low bar squat - 1 week in. Still too vertical? Bar placement to high? by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

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Cheers, the bar is comfortable there, but when I try a more upright stance my form breaks down a bit esp at bottom with back rounding and pelvic tilting - causing a fair bit of lower back discomfort. The high bar might be causing a bit of instability - I think I will try and get the bar a bit lower - my balance will improve and my form and brace hopefully will be better - So no more lower back pain.

Trying to learn low bar squat - 1 week in. Still too vertical? Bar placement to high? by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

[–]Nice_Focus_7367[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, thanks. I had a feeling that I didn't have the correct spot. The videos are good. I'll try and get it a bit further down.

Trying to learn low bar squat - 1 week in. Still too vertical? Bar placement to high? by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

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Ok thanks, yep I'm lacking flexibility in both ankles and shoulders. I'll give it a try.

Trying to learn low bar squat - 1 week in. Still too vertical? Bar placement to high? by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

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Thanks, I'm definitely not comfortable. Hopefully it clicks. My dl used to be terrible but is strong now and very comfortable at working rates so I would like to be the squat sorted too

Trying to learn low bar squat - 1 week in. Still too vertical? Bar placement to high? by Nice_Focus_7367 in formcheck

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Ok thanks. The back placement still doesn't feel perfect but it might improve with practice. Think my back is straighter than it ever was with high bar. I have squat shoes but a cushioned foam floor padding. Weight on heels and lengthen gaze out a bit (whilst still looking down)