You are the wedge – squat tips.

In any lift, you are the wedge between the barbell and your base of support.

In the squat:

1. Make your approach to the bar the same every time.
2. Take a little time to stretch out to obtain a comfortable position.
3. Get tight. Brace hard, pushing yourself into the bar to remove any slack from your body.
4. Don’t walk out too far. Just enough to not hit the rack is fine.
5. Don’t take too many steps trying to find the right position. Take note of where your stance is most comfortable.
6. Deep breath.
7. Hold your breath on the descent.
8. Expel your breath when you get back to the top.

Practice, practice, practice.

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