spotting a squatter

[spanky2000]

is there a proper technique to spotting a squatter? I hate being asked to spot, especially for squats and not knowing exactly what i should be doing, i simply do what i see others doing and where i lift i can just assume that it's wrong. thanks

[Massive690]

well usually you need 2 people to spot a squatter, one on each side of the bar. otherwise it gets a little akward as you have found

[crash]

I usally stand behind the person squatting. If the need assistance I place my hands on there pecs and help that way. Its sounds kinda gay but its what I've always scene.

[Beefster]

Not sure if it technically the "right" way to spot, but I have always shadowed the person squating from behind with my arms around him and my hands essentially on his pecs. That way if he gets into trouble, you can just squat with him with your hands moved to his pecs to help him keep in form. Yes, your crotch is up against his ass and like I said, shadow his squat.

Now let me here the "gay-looking" comments. LOL

[bg65]

thats exactly how I do it...anyone who makes a gay joke about that is stupid, insecure or a virgin...or all three how else would you spot someone doing squats...it does suck though when they are wearing a tank or sleeveless shirt and your arms get covered in pit juice...