Low bar back squats
Today’s strength we have low bar back squats. More often than not many of us have trouble with this lift because the rack position is unfamiliar and uncomfortable. For athletes who do this regularly this lift can often allow them to squat heavier than our high bar back squat.
Unlike the high bar back squat, the low bar requires the athlete to set the bar farther down the shoulder and this position can feel tight in the shoulders. This position allows the torso to come forward and butt farther back. This keeps the bar over the athlete’s center of gravity.
Try and approach today’s strength with an open mind and open shoulders. Sometimes leaving your comfort zone is good for you.
Have fun and go lift things!
Strength:
LBBS
5-5-5-5-5
WOD:
Helen
3 Rounds:
400 m run
21 Kettlebell swings (1.5/1)
12 Pull-ups