When people recruit you as a spotter, you have a big responsibility to perform your job correctly. Be realistic. If you weigh 90 pounds soaking wet, don’t attempt to spot someone doing a 350-pound bench press. If you have any doubt you can pull it off, don’t take on the assignment. The moment that the lifter’s arms give out isn’t the moment to realize you’re out of your league. If you do accept the job, pay close attention so you’re ready at the precise moment your partner needs help. Step in to help on these situations:
- The weight stops moving for more than a split second and it’s immediately apparent that the person is no longer in control of the movement.
- The weight begins traveling in the wrong direction.
- The lifter screams, “HELP!”
- Your partner can’t complete a rep.
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