Sun, Nov-10-02, 10:49
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Plan: Zone
Stats: 255/242/230
BF:21%/15%/8%
Progress: 52%
Location: Philly
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What is the proper position of the bar at the end of the positive phase (directly over the shoulders?) and negative phase (touching the chest just above the nipples?)
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Yes, and yes.
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Should I lock my elbows at the end of the positive phase?
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No, go to just short of the point of lockout (unless you are a competitive powerlifter). This avoids strain on the joint, and also keeps tension on the muscles being worked ("time under tensions" is good.)
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If I have to arch my back to complete my reps, am I using too much weight?
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Yes. Lower the weight. |