Definition
The specific position in a lift where the mechanical disadvantage is greatest and failure most likely occurs. The invisible wall in your bench press that feels personally offended by your existence.
Example Usage
My sticking point is two inches off my chest in the bench press, where dreams go to die and barbells become immovable objects.
Origin
Weightlifting and biomechanics terminology describing mechanical disadvantage points
Fun Fact
Different exercises have sticking points at different ranges—squats typically fail at parallel, while deadlifts fail just below the knees, conveniently at the exact moment you've committed.
Source: Biomechanics and strength training literature
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