OPEN YOUR SHOULDERS FOR LOW BAR SQUATS

A lot of people want to low bar squat due to the extra glute and hip focus as well as being able to move more weight, but it often gives a lot of people trouble, with one of the main reasons being shoulder mobility.🙁 Getting into the low bar position requires a good amount of shoulder external rotation. This 3 drill routine will help you build that.😃 . It goes like this: . ☝Open up the passive joint range of motion. This drill can be done with a PVC pipe as I show here or a broomstick at home. Don't crank too far too quick. Ease in and let it open up gradually. Contract/Relax or PNF works really well here too. . ✌Get more specific to the squat position and pull the elbows under actively. I suggest starting in high bar and then gradually going down as you get looser. . 👌Build some strength in the new position by pressing up and pulling back down without letting the shoulders flare out or the back hyperextend. This helps lock in mobility long term. . If you've ever wanted to low bar, this one can help you get t