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Which lift is the classic one to do with a spotter?
The barbell bench press, so someone can help if a rep stalls.
- Bodyweight stretching
- Easy walking on a treadmill
- The barbell bench press ✔
Why: Cleveland Clinic's bench press steps start with securing a spotter. Its trainer says it is safer to have someone ready to help when needed, especially when you push yourself.
Huh, didn't know that: Cleveland Clinic notes that a standard barbell weighs 45 pounds before you add any plates.
Why did the barbell apply for a partner? It needed a spotter.
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Answer: The barbell bench press. Cleveland Clinic's bench press steps start with securing a spotter. Its trainer says it is safer to have someone ready to help when needed, especially when you push yourself.
- Cleveland Clinic: Bench Press Form health.clevelandclinic.org/bench-press-form
safer to have someone ready to help when needed
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