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Originally Posted by James W  I dont think this is hi-jacking this thread but with regards to front squats...
I have tried 3 methods of holding the bar, with the typical Olympic lifter grip (which I lack the flexibility to do) using straps to make up for that, and with arms crossed in front.
None of these are comfortable, when I cross my arms the bar position actually makes my shoulders bleed which isnt that comfortable.
If I use the other two, when I get to the bottom of the movement I actually choke myself on the bar  , but if i move the bar further away from my neck it moves my centre of gravity too far forward.
Anyway not sure what im expecting in reply but I hope someone has an idea how i can change it? |
I think too many people try to have their shoulders pushed too far back when doing front squats (shoulders back like they were doing back squats) I prefer to bring my elbows quite close together which brings the delts a little further round, then the bar sits nicely for me sat just behind where the lateral head of the delt attaches.....
Works for me.....