Why do Crossfitters use High-Bar Squats?
What is the stated utility of high bar squats for this group? Does it match reality? Are low-bar squats better for the stated application? Is it simply dogma?
I fully expect to be slammed and receive snarky answers. I simply want to know why they are not doing low-bar squats. There has to be rationale.
Some background - I am a former Crossfitter who stumbled across Starting Strength and I am floored by the effectiveness of the program. I find myself sticking on the point of bar position because vertical high bar squats have been jammed into my head repeatedly. However - low bar squats have essentially dissolved my reoccurring back pain, and I am seeing quick strength increases.