Anyone else get bruises on there shoulders from squatting?

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Ive got a killer line that goes across my shoulders where i hold the bar when i squat.

Is this normal or should i be holding the bar a bit differently?:confused:

Its not causing me any pain or soreness, id just like to make sure im doing things right and this can be normal:)
 
its normal, after all you are carring a huge weight onto a part of your body that isnt used to it :D
 
Nope. Not even from front squatting either. (although only attempted 115kg squats and 80kg front squats for 5 each) I imagine as it gets heavier it gets more painful but the body will adjust.
 
Hmm the ones in Kree's pic looks like it may be caused by the bar slipping/rubbing against your back, rather than just a heavy weight being on top of your shoulders. Is it not worth seeing or asking a friend to see if you can adjust your shoulders to create a flatter shelf for the bar?
 
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