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Squats
Though a very good article, I would argue one point with you. Through my experience as a lifter, 19 years, using various techniques (grew up as a powerlifter-not anymore), I believe too much stress is caused on the elbows and there is too much of a tendancy to push the bar forward where you suggest to hold the bar during squats. I've seen powerlifters get tendonitis using this technique and once they switched to a more extended grip (also, as relaxed as possible) the problem subsided or went away. Since seeing this as a young lifter I learned from it and have always used an extended grip with no problems. Also, when I see people (especially guys just learning) using a narrow grip I have them go extended and they usually, immediately, can tell a difference on the aspects discussed above. Lastly, new lifters who start by using the narrow grip tend to hold the bar way too high on their back, almost on their neck which causes them to bend forward too far. Thanks for giving the opportunity to voice my opinion.
Matt in Utah
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Hybrid Mode
