Weight lifting... where do I start?

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  • FrnkLft
    FrnkLft Posts: 1,821 Member
    Also, look up "So you think you can squat?" and "So you think you can deadlift?" on YouTube. Problem solved :)

    Amazingly good video batches there.

    Yeah, but the squat videos could have done more if you ask me. I mean, I trust the info they gave, and the video is excellent and from an outstanding source (thank you EliteFTS), but they could have given you some more shots from the front, and more tips on knee alignment... just would be nice.

    Also, I don't think they mention that the squat in the video is "low bar", they just assume (I guess there's not high bar in power lifting?)
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    I don't like the idea of suggesting squats and deadlifts for beginners because it is so easy to hurt yourself if you do not do those correctly. I still have problems with my lower back from injuring it squatting years ago. I would focus on very easy routines as a beginner. Over time you can build up. I have always gone too fast and done too much for me and then ended up hurting myself or I did not know how to do the move correctly even though I did read about form.

    God
    the longer I'm on this site the more irritated I get.... then again maybe it's just today- so I apologize in advance- my patience is beyond thin today.


    what is easier than a routine that literally has FOUR (Or FIVE)exercises in it?
    Squats
    Deadlifts
    Bench
    OHP.
    (throw in pendlay row/pull ups/lats whatever and it's five)


    Beginners are going to hurt themselves on anything if they aren't taught properly- I watched a guy almost rip his arms out on the assisted pull up machine.

    Seriously- it has nothing to do with the program- the foundations need to be taught-WITH ANY PROGRAM

    Are you suggesting/expect doing machines is going to help you learn how to be a more proficient squatter? seriously? is that your logic?

    I can't I just can't.

    Get a starting program like the ones suggest.

    Learn the TECHNIQUE- with a broom stick whatever.
    Get a coach/trainer- a reputable one- to help guide you
    post a video - watch a video
    do some research.

    you are less likely to hurt yourself learning how to properly squat with a broom stick than you are trying to learn on the smith machine.

    Seriously.
  • conniedj
    conniedj Posts: 470 Member
    ^^^^THIS, for real!

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