Squat Question.

[Genocidal]

I know this is a stupid question, but did anyone else get a pain on their back (upper/shoulders) when first squatting? I'm not using heavy weight, and I try move the bar as far back down my back as I can but it still doesn't seem to be in the correct place (according to Rippetoe's Starting Strength book.) I ignored the pain the past few workouts, just wanted to make sure it wasn't something that would hurt my training.

[canyonracerx]

It should be resting on your traps, not your neck. You should feel a "pocket" that it fits into but if you don't why not ask someone experienced at your gym to help you out.

[Genocidal]

Yeah I read that in the book. I used to sit it up on my traps/neck, but when I lowered it this happened. Feels like its bruised, but it doesn't show it. But I'll just get someone to check my form, hopefully it helps.

[canyonracerx]

It's impossible to help without video or seeing it in person but it could just be slight bruising from it being new. What are you squatting?

[Genocidal]

I was squatting 105 the first workout when the pain began. Today was 120 and the pain was still there, although I'm sure the extra weight didn't help much.

[canyonracerx]

So you are 4 or 5 workouts in, I would assume any soreness would be gone or at least starting to go away by now. You either need to post a clear video or have someone at your gym help you. If your form is indeed bad you don't want to ignore it and keep adding weight.

[Genocidal]

Actually, I'm on my second workout. I started at 10% lower weight than my 5RM so I figured a 15 lb jump wouldn't hurt on squat. (Btw: I am doing Starting Strength.)

[canyonracerx]

Actually, I'm on my second workout. I started at 10% lower weight than my 5RM so I figured a 15 lb jump wouldn't hurt on squat. (Btw: I am doing Starting Strength.)

Oh, well in that case it may be that your body is just adjusting still and you are just sore but I still can't say for sure without seeing your form. Maybe just keep the jumps small for a while and see how you feel....getting a form critique is still my best advice though. /thread

[Genocidal]

Thanks for the help. I'll just see what happens in the next week or so, and find someone to check my form lol.