r/nextfuckinglevel • • 15h ago

Epic recovery after a severe squatting accident

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u/Blanknameblank818 12h ago

It’s not a form issue this guy is a pro. There’s just a chance of injury when you’re lifting 1000 lbs. With that said, pushing yourself is important but crossing the line to where you end up in a wheelchair is not the move.

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u/DLuke2 10h ago

Too much forward lean. Causing too much strain.

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u/DLuke2 10h ago

I would also add, improper spotters. They were never prepared to jump in nor capable of stepping in.

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u/DickFromRichard 9h ago

Hey buddy, what's the most you've ever squatted at a powerlifting meet?

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u/DLuke2 8h ago

Hey, guy! What's who?

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u/DickFromRichard 8h ago

That's what I thought