@Ptown and @tomatoe thank you, gives me something to think about in terms of using them to do what I couldn’t do without them rather than just using them as a crutch, as it were, when I don’t have a spotter.
I’m thinking as I go more often my confidence in lifting without a spotter will grow out at least I’ll have more of an idea how much to pull back on the weight if I’m by myself.
I’ll also have a look at what I can do to work my back if I do leg press over squats.
One thing I’ll add is that people are pretty much always happy to spot you - I’ve found gyms to be some of the friendliest and supportive places out there. I know it can be a little daunting but I’d encourage it.
@Ptown and @tomatoe thank you, gives me something to think about in terms of using them to do what I couldn’t do without them rather than just using them as a crutch, as it were, when I don’t have a spotter.
I’m thinking as I go more often my confidence in lifting without a spotter will grow out at least I’ll have more of an idea how much to pull back on the weight if I’m by myself.
I’ll also have a look at what I can do to work my back if I do leg press over squats.
Cheers.