I’m having trouble moving up in weight with high bar squats. My form must be off as my left hamstring hurts and prevents me from doing heavier squats. Any advice?
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Thread: High bar squat form
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02-25-2024, 04:56 PM #1Registered User
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High bar squat form
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02-25-2024, 05:46 PM #2Multi-Platinum User
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Posting a video would help us assess. You can provide a youtube link and just put a space in it.
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02-25-2024, 06:07 PM #3Prepare Perform Prevail
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Definitely need a form video. Additionally, I think a lot of guys can benefit from doing leg curls before their squat movements as it seems to help "feel" better. John Meadows recommended that and now if I do back squat movements I always do this and it seems to help a lot.
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02-25-2024, 08:17 PM #4Multi-Platinum User
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I do this as well. Seems to help me squat better. I just work up to one hard set so I don't wear myself out with leg curl volume when squatting is the priority. I also do RDLs later in my workout.Originally Posted by SuicideGripMe
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03-10-2024, 06:56 PM #5Registered User
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It sounds like your form might need a little adjustment, especially if you're experiencing pain. For high bar squats, focus on keeping your torso more upright and make sure your feet are shoulder-width apart with toes slightly pointed out. Ensure your knees are tracking over your toes and you're squatting deep enough (hip crease below knees), but don't compromise form for depth. Stretching and strengthening your hamstrings and glutes outside of squatting may also help.
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