Squat without a spotter?

[johnmc7]

I joined a gym two weeks ago and ive been squatting 90kg x5

If the rack has safeties (which it does), the two bars running parrallel do you need to have a spotter ??

Just wondering if i can squat while my gym buddy is on holidays?

[jolanar1]

Yes you can squat without a spotter. I can't imagine a spotter doing much good for squatting to begin with.

[mferrandi]

yes you can, if you lose strength just lower the weight down to pins

[Jasonk282]

i squat without a spotter. no issues.

[VoxExMachina]

I joined a gym two weeks ago and ive been squatting 90kg x5

If the rack has safeties (which it does), the two bars running parrallel do you need to have a spotter ??

Absolutely. The rack safeties are 10x better than any spotter, and all you ever need.

[PerfectCreature]

I tried a spotter, I found them more in the way, then keeping me safe. Maybe my spotter was spotting wrong.
Those bars are solid and will save you far better then any human spotter.
Make sure to test the height they need to be by 'mock failing' just in case. That is how I set mine up.
Never had to use it for real, but at least I know it is there.

[gallagnm]

like everyone said OP, you dont need the spotter if you have the parallel bars. If you need to just lower the weight to the bars and step out from under

[johnmc7]

Thanks everyone , felt like a noob for asking but now i know

[Fade2Blue]

When you squat make sure your form is on point and don't try to go too heavy than what you are comfortable with. If the squat rack has safety bars make sure they are properly set in case you do have to bail out.

[TheStreetKing]

I joined a gym two weeks ago and ive been squatting 90kg x5

If the rack has safeties (which it does), the two bars running parrallel do you need to have a spotter ??

Just wondering if i can squat while my gym buddy is on holidays?

If i'm squatting in a power rack with safety bars I prefer to squat without a spotter. I don't like putting someone else at risk of injury when I can simply dump the bar onto the safety bars. I've done it a thousand times with no problems, You just need to preset the bars to the correct height before you begin moving any real weights. I set the safety bars 2 inches below the bar height when i'm at the bottom of the squat!

[orca23554]

If I had a safety rack I'd make sure nobody even gets near me during squats

I squat alone and without a power rack or any other safety for that matter

[JmanTheJuiceman]

Absolutely. The rack safeties are 10x better than any spotter, and all you ever need.

Nice sideboob Vox, I'm mirin' the new sig!



Also OP, just make sure you're safety bars are set to a proper height are you'll be fine.

[Anthony21]

Yes you can squat without a spotter. I can't imagine a spotter doing much good for squatting to begin with.

Actually spotters are pretty helpful when it comes to squatting if you know how to properly spot a squat. If they weren't helpful why would they have them at powerlifting events?

[Dave4D]

Actually spotters are pretty helpful when it comes to squatting if you know how to properly spot a squat. If they weren't helpful why would they have them at powerlifting events?

I've read from several sources that if you use a spotter for squats, you need 3: one for each side of the barbell, and one behind you. If you don't have enough spotters, make sure you use the safety bars.

[Jasonk282]

I've read from several sources that if you use a spotter for squats, you need 3: one for each side of the barbell, and one behind you. If you don't have enough spotters, make sure you use the safety bars.

That's not really true, at least in the commercial gyms. The problem lies in the spotter knowing WHEN to give you a spot. Anytime I need a spot, I tell them, do not grab the bar till I tell you to. Since most spotters will jump in right as you begin to struggle with the lift.

Also, PLers use 3 spotter also mainly due to the sheer amount of weight being lifted. Just having one person spot a man squatting 600+ is not going to help.

FYI...they also have 3 people spotting in the bench and you NEVER see 3 people spotting bench in a commercial gym.

[TheStreetKing]

Actually spotters are pretty helpful when it comes to squatting if you know how to properly spot a squat. If they weren't helpful why would they have them at powerlifting events?

Well a lot of powerlifting events don't have safeties except for some I've seen use straps but its not very easy to spot someone squatting 800lbs which is why they usually have 3-5 guys spotting!

[lefield]

Go for it. Make sure you know they are set properly however instead of assuming depedning on the type

[xxdieharderxx]

Buy a power cage!
Or this might be you screaming for mommy !

http://youtu.be/yQfbBGsN0qs

[Anthony21]

Well a lot of powerlifting events don't have safeties except for some I've seen use straps but its not very easy to spot someone squatting 800lbs which is why they usually have 3-5 guys spotting!

I know why they have 3 spotters. I was stating that his comment on spotting the squat is pointless was idiotic.

[MKattenberg]

I joined a gym two weeks ago and ive been squatting 90kg x5

If the rack has safeties (which it does), the two bars running parrallel do you need to have a spotter ??

Just wondering if i can squat while my gym buddy is on holidays?

For squatting, you need 2 spotters one on each side,. i alwa decline spotters on my BP altho sometimes i regret it, SO ask strangers to spot for you + helps you meet new people

[dk240t]

I never squat with a spotter. Not necessary at all.

[mferrandi]

Beware of pervy guys who offer unsolicited spots for the squat, or guys who keep their crotch way to close to your asscrack while spotting you

[DeBaie]

lol.
thats the best part about squatting - it's the best lift and you can fuk a spot.

[adamdavidson47]

I usually need a spotter to help me off of the ground when I'm done squatting.

[beardb]

If you have a power rack that you can adjust to your height/depth so that you can get proper ROM and still be able to set the weight on the pins on a missed lift, it's fine to squat without a spotter. I prefer to have a spotter mainly for a form check and just to help me get out that last rep on my heavy sets when I'm really fatigued if needed.

[kanis999]

I've seen the parallel safety bars handle well over 400 lbs without any visible stress, so I trust them completely with my sub 400 lb squats. I love having them there, because you can intentionally go into a squat that you probably won't be able to complete.

[sgttom]

Depends on how heavy you lift. For the great majority I would say Yea its safe without a spotter. I squat without a rack or spotter, though I wouldn't suggest it .

[defleaner]

http://youtu.be/OKvUawU3XnQ

[f2dz]

Just keep the weight manageable and you don't need a spotter. Know your limits.

If you're going for one rep maxes then I'd advise to have a spotter there with you. But like others have said, safety bars are probably just as good.

[doranj1978]

Never once have I squatted with a spotter...that's why we have power racks with 11 gauge steel safety pins.

You can a run a bus through them and they won't budge.