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Low Bar Position Stretch | Paul Horn
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Shoulder stretches for proper squats
I've read the article "The Elbow Problem" and understand there is no need to elevate the elbows beyond what's necessary to lock in the bar. My issue is when trying to have my forearm proximally aligned with my torso I still get terrible tennis elbow. I've tried opening my hold on the bar until the pain is gone but this defeats the purpose of having a tight upper back and energy transfer etc. Basically, I have very little flexibility in the shoulders it seems.
What stretches, warm ups etc can I perform to improve on this please? I've noticed having my hands so far apart and the elbows elevated and away from my body are making it hard for me to progress and also even go low enough on the squat.
Plus the pain sucks in my arms...
Many thanks
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Low Bar Position Stretch | Paul Horn
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Also, I've found s-l-o-w LTEs, 2x8, with an empty EZ curl bar go a long way to helping stretch my shoulders and elbows out before squatting.
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Check this thread: Paul Horn SSC: The LBBS Stretch
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