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To find the correct hand placement, place each of your middle fingers on the smooth line on the bar. Then grip the bar at that spot. |
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Your shoulders should be back, and the bar should rest on the muscle just above your shoulder blade. This lift will be uncomfortable (perhaps even painful) if the bar is placed too high or too low. |
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Lift the weight from the rack with the help of your spotters. Position your feet at least shoulder width apart with toes pointed just slightly outward. Breath in as you lower with the weight. |
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When your thighs are parallel to the ground start lifting the weight up. Your knees should always follow the same pattern/direction as your feet. Your back remains straight throughout the lift, and you exhale as you lift the weight up. |
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