Why You Should Always Use Safety Clips When Doing Barbell Squats

It just might prevent weight plates from sliding off the barbell like a stack of metal pancakes.

Sergio Ruiz
2 min readSep 8, 2021

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I’ve seen my fair share of accidents in the gym in what seems like a lifetime of working out.

Luckily, no one was ever severely injured or seriously hurt.

It’s why I always stay observant, cautious, and careful whenever I step into the gym to work out.

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Sergio Ruiz

Fitness professional & nutrition coach with 19+ years experience as a personal trainer in San Francisco | www.sfbodymatrix.com