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    Default Squat Form Check 3

    I can't seem to get the form down, so I put all three sets up for different angles.
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RupjdRW6A_U

    Previous form checks:
    http://startingstrength.com/resource...382#post473382

    http://startingstrength.com/resource...870#post468870

    And yes, I do realize I did 6 reps on the last set (on accident).
    Last edited by Sean B; 07-03-2012 at 12:28 PM.

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    Your squats are quite a bit different between your first and second set. The first set was way too deep, or else the tilt of the camera makes them appear that way. Your second set looked a little shallow on all of your reps. So, I don't know what to tell you with regard to depth. I can say that you should narrow your stance and drive strongly to the top with your hips. You have a tendency to lift your chest as you ascend. Stay tight at the bottom. Do not confuse the stretch reflex with "letting go and praying for a rebound."

    Weight lifting shoes will make your squats a more consistent and solid experience. I highly recommend them. Eating lots of good food will only help matters.

    Your squats don't actually look bad. Think "hips" and stay tight.

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    Thanks man, I definitely agree with you. It does look like the second set was a bit high but it may be the camera angle, not sure though. And thanks for the tip about rebound, I never really thought about it that way. Also I have been increasing my calorie intake.

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