Today we're going to talk spotting. We ONLY ever spot each other on two barbell exercises, the back squat, and the bench press. And seeing as we don't do a lot of bench press, we'll just talk about the squat. Coach Gareth Campbell is an honourary member of the CFNZ whanau, currently living in London, and I'm going to let him talk to you more about it...
"I wanted to broach the topic of spotting, primarily for the squat as I have seen some interesting interpretations and have had feedback from other members with concerns over spotting in general.
The role of the spotter:
Simple…. ensure a safe lift.
What is a safe lift?
Pretty easy question to answer really. A lift where the lifters form is not compromised during the movement and they don’t drop the barbell on top of themselves or get stuck in the bottom and panic.
Notice I mentioned form first?"
Read more HERE........(warning, article is accompanied by a pic of a scantily clad woman, spotting another scantily clad woman.....so be careful if opening at work...... We also do not recommend bear hugging under the boobs as a legit spotting technique.....)
WoD
Front squat 5x3
HSPU 5 x 3-5
- alternate between sets, resting as needed
Then,
Manmakers 20/12.5kg
AMRAP in 4 mins
S+C
Front squat 5x5
DB Press 5 x 5
- alternate between sets, resting as needed
Then,
5 Burpees
10 Swings
AMRAP in 5mins
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