Hi everyone,
Here is my previous squat form check. So I have been doing HB squats, and am new to LB. This is my third LB session.
So I finally got my lifting shoes, although I could only afford the cheapest pair out there.
Set 1 185 lbs
Set 3 185 lbs
I tried to work on the advice SSC Hayden gave me:
1) Those shoes aren't doing you any favors. Buy a pair of lifting shoes. [Done.]
2) As you descend, yes you need to break your hips and knees at the same time. Get your knees forward sooner. [I tried breaking at the same time. Is this okay now?]
3) Resist the urge to pull your chest up/arch your back as you descend. Tight abs when you start and keep your back flat. [Tried.]
4) About halfway down, your knees don't go forward anymore. Be prepared to then just reach back with your butt. [I don't understand what this is and how do I see it ... ]
5) Keep your head down the entire time looking at a spot on the ground about 5' in front of you. Drive up with your butt, don't pull up with your head on the way up. [Ahh ... failed this! I will work on it.]
Coach, how can I know if the bar is moving directly above my mid foot from this back angle? I can tell when I video from the side. I also can't tell if I am squatting to proper depth from this angle ... And I don't know how to go forward now. Is my technique good enough to go directly to 225 lbs (my last HB squat weight) next session? Or do I have to increase the weight by 5lbs from here on, again?