How to spot a good spotter!

What is a spot? It is when you are performing an exercise for a certain number of repetitions and after a set number you can no longer execute the desired action on your own or without sacrificing good technique. It is at this point that your spotter will give you assistance in order to complete this rep and also the set if you have not reached your target number of reps. A spot can vary depending on the exercise being performed and the weight being lifted. Even though spots can vary they must always be executed correctly and with communication between the spotter and lifter.

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