Top Squat by Dave Draper - Nick Tumminello Testimonial

[SpeedoJoe]

Can low bar squats be done with this or would the handles get in the way as it would be a couple of inches lower down the shoulder blades?

[rdeffleymoviesnew]

All I can say is HELL YES!! The barbel squat is my favorite exercise. However, for the last year I haven't been able to do squats regularly because of shoulder impingement issues due to the bar positioning. The last time I aggravated my shoulder doing squats, I couldn't do any lifting for a month. The Top Squat will finally allow me to squat using a barbel again and get off the damn hack squat machine.

[mrkitanai1]

Mike Boyle says back squats are problematic; therefore, NO ONE should be doing them. Mike Boyle is the guru!

[hellomynameis151]

I want to clarify the benefit,

This bar puts the shoulder in a position on inhibition of the pecs and sub scap, and makes thoracic spine extension possible!

Nice piece of equipment!

[zenithstrength]

I agree with golf progress....I use the Top Squat with my tennis players so they can still squat while sparing the shoulders. As far as the difference between this and the safety squat bar, besides cost, the leverage is a different with the ssb. With the Top squat the weights are in line with your body similar to a regular barbell squat so it is easier to stay upright during the descent. However, since a ssb is cambered your center of gravity is thrown off and it will tend to pull you forward.

[lmaorightnow]

I bought the Top Squat a few years back due to a rotator cuff injury that precluded me from getting my hands back far enough to safely hold the bar. This device works fantastic and I highly recommend it even if you don't have an injury. It keeps your back and neck in the correct postion which can help avoid injuries going forward.

[J0hnFreeman]

Price= 179$ plus shipping, tax, etc. Haven't found an review yet.

[101CavGrunt]

Does this have any advantages/disadvantages over a Safety Squat Bar other than the cost?

[golfprogress]

Looks like a great product for anyone who still wants to back squat but has problems with external rotation of the shoulder