Squat Setup: Build the Lift Before You Walk It Out
A strong squat starts before the first step back. Grip, upper-back tightness, torso position, foot pressure, and patience in the walkout all determine how the bar feels once the lift begins. Many missed squats are already in trouble before the lifter reaches depth. The bar is loose. The back is soft. The hips are behind the torso. The walkout is rushed. By the time the lifter starts the descent, too much energy has already been spent getting organized. The setup...
