Originally Posted by
Baby Puke
I'll add to this-- I never have a spotter. In a good squat cage it's not really necessary,though it would be nice. This also helps me keep the weights "realistic" in terms of loading.
wanted to speak to this- as i think Babypuke is on to something when he mentions "realistic" bar loads...
i think there is a common misconception that an effective strength program is full of "at the limit efforts" with tons of catastrophic misses...
the reality is that a good program with progressive weight gains has you lifting weights you can lift- and the execution of these hard but doable sets is what creates the adaption to allow you to add a little more weight and be able to hit all your reps..
i can count the number of missed squats in a year on one hand- and most of them are from when i come out of Track Training mode and do higher weight/lower rep work for powerlifting..