Question

when spotting an overhead press, the spotter would need to
a. keep his or her hands off the lifter and weights and make sure the lifter did not fall back
b. keep his or her hands beneath the bar and watch the bar carefully
c. hold the lifter under his or her shoulders and move with the lifter as the weight is lifted
d. place his or her hands outside the lifter’s hands and stand with a straight back
please select the best answer from the choices provided.
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

When spotting an overhead press, the spotter needs to be in a position to assist with the bar if needed. Option B is correct because keeping hands beneath the bar allows the spotter to help if the lifter struggles. Option A is incorrect as hands off may not be helpful. Option C (holding under shoulders) is not the standard spotting position for an overhead press bar - related spotting. Option D (hands outside lifter's hands) is not the proper way for overhead press spotting where focus is on the bar.

Answer:

B. keep his or her hands beneath the bar and watch the bar carefully