Safety Notes

• Use wider grip to reduce impingement risk
• Avoid if acute shoulder issues present
• Do not lift beyond shoulder height
• Engage core to protect lower back

Spotting

Spotting not typically needed; use machine safeties for heavy loads.

Common Mistakes

• Pulling bar too high causing impingement
• Using momentum from body swing
• Narrow grip leading to shoulder stress
• Failing to control descent

• Shoulder impingement
• Acute elbow tendonitis

• Adequate shoulder flexion and abduction

Build Up First

• Basic vertical pulling technique
• Core stability competency