Any fellow SL 5x5'ers & runners?

FrustratedYoYoer

Hi guys, my news feed seems to be a bit quiet lately nd it'd be good to have some more friends who are following SL 5x5 or lift alongside running. I run 3 times a week (10-15 miles) and do SL 5x5 2 or 3 times depending on my shifts at work. The weights are getting quite heavy nw so some moral support would be good!

mkakids

I do! I dont post much though...but i will respond to other peoples posts.

FrustratedYoYoer

mkakids wrote: »

I do! I dont post much though...but i will respond to other peoples posts.

I'll add you

gdyment

I run most days (every day in December) but started SL 5x5 a few weeks ago two times a week for sure, sometimes 3. Squat and DL are still not too bad but OHP is close to fail I think.

FrustratedYoYoer

gdyment wrote: »

I run most days (every day in December) but started SL 5x5 a few weeks ago two times a week for sure, sometimes 3. Squat and DL are still not too bad but OHP is close to fail I think.

Yes I am getting there fast with OHP too. I'm up to 26.5kg with it. This is my second round of doing Stronglifts. I think last time my record was 27.5 kg. Need to do some reading about technique as I'm sure that will help. I have the Starting Strength book so I use that plus youtube videos. The whole hip thrust thing while pressing has really helped so there must be a few other tips and tricks. I'll add you too

brianlundlarsen

I run 3 days a week: Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday and do strongslifts Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

I used to run Saturday also but cut it out when I started lifting about a month ago. So far it's OK, but I realize I probably have to start eating more to continue progressing.
I am currently at: SQ: 60 kg, OHP: 32.5 kg, DL: 60 kg, BP: 45 kg, BR: 45 kg.
I'm mostly feeling the squat weight, not sure if it's from doing high bar squats (supposedly you can lift less this way, but I struggled with low bar and flexibility) or from the running.

FrustratedYoYoer

Cool I have just done workout A which is my least favourite, followed by a few accessory exercises and a 1 mile run on the treadmill since i felt like it. So far I'm up to:

Squats: 62.5 kg
BP: 36 kg
OHP: 26.5 kg
DL: 70kg
Bent row: 35 kg

I'm pretty pleased with my progress. This is new territory with the squats since last time 60 kg was my limit before I gave up. I'm getting near my previous 5x5 maxes with my other lifts but I'm taking my time going up by 0.5 or 1 kg each time since I'm a girl and it's getting pretty heavy! I was never gonna sustain those 2.5 kg jumps for very long but as long as I'm progressing I don't care how slow go.

Aiming to get out for a run tomorrow depending on how my chest is since I'm suffering with my asthma or a virus at the mo. Not sure which!

BethAnnieT

Just started SL 5x5 two weeks ago. I wish I had more time to run, but I usually get out twice a week. I can't seem to run on a treadmill, so I have to fit it in during the short daylight hours... tough right now.
I also play volleyball twice a week, and do a long hot yoga session once per week.
I also eat a lot of chips & salsa. So, the struggle continues....

KathyApplebaum

I run/ride 3-4 days a week and lift heavy 2 days a week. I just learned about 5x5 a couple of days ago and it looks very appealing.

I'm really happy with how lifting is helping my running. I was at a plateau with distance/speed, but since I started lifting I'm less sore after a run, I've taken several minutes off my 5k and 10k times, and now a half marathon is definitely in my sights. My running buddies are getting sick of hearing me recommend lifting.

jacksonpt

I lift + swim/bike/run... but I'm doing a bastardized version of 5/3/1.

FrustratedYoYoer

KathyApplebaum wrote: »

I run/ride 3-4 days a week and lift heavy 2 days a week. I just learned about 5x5 a couple of days ago and it looks very appealing.

I'm really happy with how lifting is helping my running. I was at a plateau with distance/speed, but since I started lifting I'm less sore after a run, I've taken several minutes off my 5k and 10k times, and now a half marathon is definitely in my sights. My running buddies are getting sick of hearing me recommend lifting.

Lifting has helped my running immensely. I am much quicker without having to put half as much effort in. It's great!

FrustratedYoYoer

I'll add you guys who have posted

FrustratedYoYoer

jacksonpt wrote: »

I lift + swim/bike/run... but I'm doing a bastardized version of 5/3/1.

531??

jacksonpt

FrustratedYoYoer wrote: »

jacksonpt wrote: »

I lift + swim/bike/run... but I'm doing a bastardized version of 5/3/1.

531??

Yep, 5/3/1. Google it if you're interested.

brianlundlarsen

What do you guys do about calorie intake?
Personally I eat more on the lifting days than I do on my running days, but I am honestly split between building muscle and loosing fat. I know I have to up my calories to continue to make progress with lifting but I am also still +20% body fat so have a few kilos to loose.

jacksonpt

brianlundlarsen wrote: »

What do you guys do about calorie intake?
Personally I eat more on the lifting days than I do on my running days, but I am honestly split between building muscle and loosing fat. I know I have to up my calories to continue to make progress with lifting but I am also still +20% body fat so have a few kilos to loose.

I eat based on my weight goals at that particular time of year... gaining in the fall/winter, cutting in the winter/spring, maintaining through race season.

FrustratedYoYoer

brianlundlarsen wrote: »

What do you guys do about calorie intake?
Personally I eat more on the lifting days than I do on my running days, but I am honestly split between building muscle and loosing fat. I know I have to up my calories to continue to make progress with lifting but I am also still +20% body fat so have a few kilos to loose.

I eat according to my goal which is to lose weight. My net is set at 1660 but I kind of eat according to hunger and my work shifts. My job is also active and involved working nights. Some days (often workout days) I won't eat back all my cals unless I'm actually hungry and want them. Equally, on other days if I'm hungry then I'll eat and go over whether I worked out that day or just worked. I try to keep an eye on my net cals for the previous 7 days rather than day by day to keep myself in check.

I also go off my energy levels. If they start to dip and I feel rough I'll eat a bit more for a few days til I feel back to normal. I'm more for listening to my body these days than sticking to set limits. When it comes to my food anyway


I should also add that as long as I continue to see progress with the weights and runs I'm happy. Some months I've only lost 1-2 pounds and some nothing but it all adds up. Slow and steady for me

FrustratedYoYoer

Oops sorry

mandyrene21

I'm planning on starting SL 5x5 next week (was planning to start this week but sick toddler at home). Any tips for a beginner? I haven't lifted in years and have mostly done cardio/circuit training due to the lack of a gym membership. Been a bit inconsistent with my workouts the past couple months also.

summerdaze120

I literally just started SL 5X5 yesterday and I am starting C25K today So I will be running and lifting each week. I am not very strong, so I am not even starting out with a bar for lifting, just dumbbells (15lbs). I am hoping to get to the bar soon!

Lifting / M / W / F
Running / T / TH / S

Adding you now

mandyrene21

summerdaze120 wrote: »

I literally just started SL 5X5 yesterday and I am starting C25K today So I will be running and lifting each week. I am not very strong, so I am not even starting out with a bar for lifting, just dumbbells (15lbs). I am hoping to get to the bar soon!

Lifting / M / W / F
Running / T / TH / S

Adding you now

Good luck! I'm so excited to get started I will also be lifting MWF and doing some form of cardio TThS...just haven't decided on the cardio yet! Might mix it up to keep it interesting.