Definition
When a spotter assists so much during a lift that they're basically doing a workout themselves, transforming your heroic max attempt into a sad two-person collaboration.
Example Usage
My spotter was leeching so hard on that last rep that it should count as his set, not mine.
Origin
Gym culture slang from the 2000s
Fun Fact
Studies using force plates have shown that overzealous spotters sometimes contribute 20-30% of the force on a lifter's 'max' attempt.
Source: Gym culture and lifting etiquette terminology
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