January Check in and Chat - HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
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I finally hit 175lb deadlift today (142% BW) - and I had a witness! I got my hubz a gym membership for his birthday so I can use him as a spotter, lol. I was only able to get it up once, but its more than last week! I am having some back pain, which was left over from the other day...so I was considering not even doing deads today. I probably shouldn't have, since I feel like I might have to either skip them next week or lighten up and increase volume to work on endurance. Between doing 3x5 heavy deads twice this week and 35lb plate hyperextentions, my spine feels "bruised" sorta and my back just feels over trained.0
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I'm finally back!
Still on rest days until Monday....thank God as my trip was non-stop and LOTS of partying and drinking which I rarely do.....no needless to say I'm feeling less than stellar today lol
I'm so looking forward to getting back into my exercise routine and OMG eat at HOME! I hate eating out now!
It looks like everyone has had a good few days and that we have some new comers to the group which is awesome!0 -
This may have been asked already, but where did you get that awesome rack?Squats: 5x5 85
Bench: 5545 80 Five min. rest helped but I am clearly slowing down on the bench press.
Row: 5x5 80 3 min rest.
These are all getting harder. Maybe I am going to start liking rest days soon! lol!
Genetics.
Oh, wait, you weren't talking to me. Sorry.
lol!!
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I had a really decent deadlift day yesterday, despite feeling like utter crap walking into the gym, and having been hungry and exhausted feeling all day.
There's a thing Rippetoe and others say, which reminds me to link this, which is more about managing depression with weightlifting, but includes this paragraph which I tend to hold close to my heart when I really don't WANNA go (although I'm over that hump now, I just know that I WILL lift if I'm supposed to lift that day, and extraneous things like how I feel or a bad schedule don't matter)
"There is a line that gets bantered around in Olympic weightlifting circles (often attributed to Glenn Pendlay or John Broz): How you feel is a lie. In weightlifting, what we mean is that some days you’ll walk into the gym feeling totally dead tired and yet you will hit a Personal Record (PR). Other days you will feel amazing but have a horrid workout. You just don’t know till you go for it."
http://www.theironsamurai.com/2011/07/16/managing-depression-with-weightlifting-or-how-you-feel-is-a-lie/0 -
Tameko, thanks for sharing...there are definitely days that I need that tattooed on my fcking forehead.0
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Hahaha. My personal version of that is completely dorky: it's that I got my highest SAT score by a good 100 points on a day I got AF and was writhing in crampy pain. :laugh: But it does apply across the board!
I feel like I am cheating on all of you with my running shoes and Murikami's Kafka on the Shore. I am fitting in an extra gym day tomorrow though so I can catch up! It'll be a three lift-day week.0 -
There's a thing Rippetoe and others say, which reminds me to link this, which is more about managing depression with weightlifting, but includes this paragraph which I tend to hold close to my heart when I really don't WANNA go (although I'm over that hump now, I just know that I WILL lift if I'm supposed to lift that day, and extraneous things like how I feel or a bad schedule don't matter)
Funny you should mention this...I didn't even think about it, but every year (since I moved out to Seattle), I get pretty moody/down during the winter (SAD?). I didn't even realize that I haven't had that issue at all this year! I believe that getting into the gym, sweating, and the following endorphine rush from pulling heavy have really helped to ward of the winter blues.
I think I am taking it easy this week - my body is telling me to put on the brakes and I am going to listen. I have to remind myself that strength training isn't a sprint, its a marathon - and the only person I am racing is myself. I think I am still wanting to up my numbers too quickly and setting myself up for injury (this week its my back, lol). I am thinking about moving into 5/3/1 now, since my husband is now joining me during my lift sessions, plus I like the built in deloads, focus on one main lift per session, and the less agressive progression.
I gave SL 13 weeks, with my final results being:
Squat: 45-->100 (mental block at 100 that I can't seem to pass)
OHP: 45-->65
Bench: 45-->75
Deadlift: 85-->175x1 (170x5)
Row: 45-->85
Weight: 127-->124.50 -
Vette, those are some impressive stats!! I need to remind myself of the marathon vs race mindset. I see the numbers you ladies are lifting and I'm like, "Damn, I'm behind!" :laugh:
Workout A today....if I can figure out if the rec center is open today. Stupid website is down.0 -
There's a thing Rippetoe and others say, which reminds me to link this, which is more about managing depression with weightlifting, but includes this paragraph which I tend to hold close to my heart when I really don't WANNA go (although I'm over that hump now, I just know that I WILL lift if I'm supposed to lift that day, and extraneous things like how I feel or a bad schedule don't matter)
Funny you should mention this...I didn't even think about it, but every year (since I moved out to Seattle), I get pretty moody/down during the winter (SAD?). I didn't even realize that I haven't had that issue at all this year! I believe that getting into the gym, sweating, and the following endorphine rush from pulling heavy have really helped to ward of the winter blues.
I think I am taking it easy this week - my body is telling me to put on the brakes and I am going to listen. I have to remind myself that strength training isn't a sprint, its a marathon - and the only person I am racing is myself. I think I am still wanting to up my numbers too quickly and setting myself up for injury (this week its my back, lol). I am thinking about moving into 5/3/1 now, since my husband is now joining me during my lift sessions, plus I like the built in deloads, focus on one main lift per session, and the less agressive progression.
I gave SL 13 weeks, with my final results being:
Squat: 45-->100 (mental block at 100 that I can't seem to pass)
OHP: 45-->65
Bench: 45-->75
Deadlift: 85-->175x1 (170x5)
Row: 45-->85
Weight: 127-->124.5
I think that I needed to hear this, too, I've been struggling the last couple of weeks. I'm getting to the point where I need a spotter, and sometimes there just isn't anyone at the gym. It really makes me wish that I had somebody who would go with me, or maybe even a mentor to help guide me or push me while I'm in there. Plus I'm trying to re-work my diet so I can start losing my poundage again. I get the whole SAD thing, too, cause I think I get it, especially living in the cheery state of Wisconsin! Plus I work from home most of the time so the gym is my only social interaction during the day. I talk to my animals way more than most people I think.....
But yes, the day I did my PR for deadlift (140) was a day I just wasn't feeling it and I just decided to go for it. I know that even if I don't feel the motivation to go somedays, like today, that when I do go I will feel great. Plus it seriously helps to have you awesome group of ladies to come back and post about my accomplishments, where else would I do that??? My IRL friends really don't get the whole weightlifting thing and none of them are interested, whereas here you guys get it and feel that joy and elation that comes with hitting a goal you had in mind or done something you never thought you could do before.
so yeah, I think Mark Riptoe had it right - but I think that you guys are kinda the x factor in all that too. How many of us would feel as motivated as we are were it not for this group.
So my personal thank you to all of you.0 -
Just completed my first workout since my one week exercise break and I have to say.....it felt soooo awesome!!!! I woke up early excited like a school girl to go down and LIFT!
I did decrease weight a tiny bit, which was totally a great idea because I did struggle a bit and I didn't do a finished today because my legs were screaming at me after my squats, but that's okay.....I will build back up this week to get back to where I left off next week
Happy Monday Ladies!0 -
There's a thing Rippetoe and others say, which reminds me to link this, which is more about managing depression with weightlifting, but includes this paragraph which I tend to hold close to my heart when I really don't WANNA go (although I'm over that hump now, I just know that I WILL lift if I'm supposed to lift that day, and extraneous things like how I feel or a bad schedule don't matter)
Funny you should mention this...I didn't even think about it, but every year (since I moved out to Seattle), I get pretty moody/down during the winter (SAD?). I didn't even realize that I haven't had that issue at all this year! I believe that getting into the gym, sweating, and the following endorphine rush from pulling heavy have really helped to ward of the winter blues.
I think I am taking it easy this week - my body is telling me to put on the brakes and I am going to listen. I have to remind myself that strength training isn't a sprint, its a marathon - and the only person I am racing is myself. I think I am still wanting to up my numbers too quickly and setting myself up for injury (this week its my back, lol). I am thinking about moving into 5/3/1 now, since my husband is now joining me during my lift sessions, plus I like the built in deloads, focus on one main lift per session, and the less agressive progression.
I gave SL 13 weeks, with my final results being:
Squat: 45-->100 (mental block at 100 that I can't seem to pass)
OHP: 45-->65
Bench: 45-->75
Deadlift: 85-->175x1 (170x5)
Row: 45-->85
Weight: 127-->124.5
I think that I needed to hear this, too, I've been struggling the last couple of weeks. I'm getting to the point where I need a spotter, and sometimes there just isn't anyone at the gym. It really makes me wish that I had somebody who would go with me, or maybe even a mentor to help guide me or push me while I'm in there. Plus I'm trying to re-work my diet so I can start losing my poundage again. I get the whole SAD thing, too, cause I think I get it, especially living in the cheery state of Wisconsin! Plus I work from home most of the time so the gym is my only social interaction during the day. I talk to my animals way more than most people I think.....
But yes, the day I did my PR for deadlift (140) was a day I just wasn't feeling it and I just decided to go for it. I know that even if I don't feel the motivation to go somedays, like today, that when I do go I will feel great. Plus it seriously helps to have you awesome group of ladies to come back and post about my accomplishments, where else would I do that??? My IRL friends really don't get the whole weightlifting thing and none of them are interested, whereas here you guys get it and feel that joy and elation that comes with hitting a goal you had in mind or done something you never thought you could do before.
so yeah, I think Mark Riptoe had it right - but I think that you guys are kinda the x factor in all that too. How many of us would feel as motivated as we are were it not for this group.
So my personal thank you to all of you.
I couldn't agree with all of this more!!! I wish we could have a SL Group Convention or something where we can all become RL friends haha!
I won't lie, as much as I LOVED this mornings workout, I did start to wonder how long I can do squats 5x5 at the heavier weights. I have 5 weeks left in the SL program and I do love it, but I don't know that it will be sustainable. I have seen a lot about 5/3/1 so maybe that is the way to go next.
I have to say that this type of lifting....the HEAVY LIFTING has completely changed my life and my confidence. The difference in myself from November until now is huge and I'm speaking mentally/emotionally rather than physically. I don't know that I could ever not do it now 0 -
I did my A and B workouts last week with 45 pounds. Now upping to 50 pounds! I'll let you all know how it goes. Have a nice day everyone.0
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Darwin and Vegas - This group is amazing! I really enjoy coming in and chatting daily...we do need a Convention or something, lol.
Clarita - way to keep upping the weight! You are doing great!
Thanks, Extraordinary, its so hard to not compete with other people's numbers - its human nature I guess. I see Nexangelus' numbers and I keep thinking I need to get where she is, like next week. I have to remind myself that she's been training for years and I have only been training a few months.
I can't believe how proportionally lifting and confidence are related. The more I lift, the more badass I feel. The more badass I feel, the more my confidence grows. I am in a good mood, I strut, I think I am hot *kitten*...lol, the list goes on and on. It has done a lot to repair the damage caused by the messed up horomones, the fat gain, and lousy depression that I got when I had the Mirena. I am feeling like ME again - and not just ME, but a badass version of me! I come to work and brag to all the guys when I bust through a PR - they don't really care, but they humor me usually. However, when I came in gloatting about hitting my 175lb dead finally - some actually seemed impressed!0 -
Sunday I felt awful! I didn't sleep much the night before, my back and neck hurt and we had had a really hard week because we had some schedule changes and my son has aspergers so that is difficult for him. I felt pretty depressed. So I just sat on my butt and watched videos and ate almost 4000 calories. I usually eat fairly well and I did yesterday as well but I also had lots of chocolate, carrot cake, a chocolate banana milk shake and some frozen lasagna. MY WORKOUT WAS AWESOME THIS MORNING!!!!! I had 24 almonds and some water before I worked out but it was great! I put the 25 lb plates on for the first time! I got all 5X5!! I am so excited!! Maybe that resting thing and feeding yourself is where its at!!
Squat: 5x5 95lb
Bench 1x5 85lb 4X5 80lb (should it be sets x reps? or reps x sets?)
Row : 5x5 85
I hope you guys have a workout like that this week!!! I feel great and my aches are much better!0 -
Vette, those are some impressive stats!! I need to remind myself of the marathon vs race mindset. I see the numbers you ladies are lifting and I'm like, "Damn, I'm behind!" :laugh:
Yes, it has taken me months to get to where I am now and I was lifting heavy many years back and I do not think the muscles forget that.Thanks, Extraordinary, its so hard to not compete with other people's numbers - its human nature I guess. I see Nexangelus' numbers and I keep thinking I need to get where she is, like next week. I have to remind myself that she's been training for years and I have only been training a few months.
However, when I came in gloatting about hitting my 175lb dead finally - some actually seemed impressed!
Time, oh how we all hate that word. It does take time and effort and consistency. Lifting heavy just gives me a boost, just for me, hey I can do this, I am strong type of boost. When others in the gym comment or ask questions or just peer in amazement (and horror sometimes it looks like) it is even more of a boost. Coming in here and seeing so many ladies being so strong and doing something they love also gives me feedback, I want more women in the gym to do this shizz...even more men at times, if only they would lift properly and use the compounds...ahhhhh!
And congrats on the 175 dead vette...wheeeeeeee!
Congrats to you all for keeping strong and keeping going. Remember to eat well, rest well and the muscles will grow and respond accordingly. YAY US!!!
p.s. re the wrist/elbow thing, I have terrible tennis elbow just on the left arm. Doing dumbell bicep curls kills my left arm, but I am fine with my right. That is even with rest....and taking glucosamine....0 -
And does anyone else have problems with their elbow and/or wrists as the weight gets higher?
Yes my wrists were bothering me on the overhead press yesterday. I thought it was because I've been using the curl bar we already have to start out songlifts. I am going to look into an olympic bar today, otherwise I will have to start using dumbells when the weight gets heavier.0 -
I am feeling all the love in this thread today! I appreciate you guys too. 0
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I want more women in the gym to do this shizz...even more men at times, if only they would lift properly and use the compounds...ahhhhh!
Hmm, I disagree. I get impatient while waiting for the power rack to open up, lol.
I am ok with no lines :laugh: .
But for realz, I get really upset when female coworkers, husband, mother, etc. tell me to be careful or I will bulk up and "lifting anything over 20lbs for reps is bad for you". Sometimes I want to scream, "Do you have any idea how hard it is to put on muscle?!?!"0 -
Darwin and Vegas - This group is amazing! I really enjoy coming in and chatting daily...we do need a Convention or something, lol.
Dude I would so be up for that....I have no idea where people are located geographically???0 -
Darwin - If you can promise me Aaron Rodgers, I will come to WI tomorrow!0
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Darwin - If you can promise me Aaron Rodgers, I will come to WI tomorrow!
Do you think if I had Aaron Rodgers I'd be sharing him???0 -
Meh, he has a lot of free time these days....0
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I would totally go to a convention. But omg do you know it SNOWS in Wisconsin!? SNOW people. Its like 70 here today. I've been wandering around in capris and sandals all weekend. I don't even OWN any shoes that are snow appropriate I think. Then again, I would like some boots. A meet up in wisconsin would be a great excuse to buy some boots. *debates*0
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I would totally go to a convention. But omg do you know it SNOWS in Wisconsin!? SNOW people. Its like 70 here today. I've been wandering around in capris and sandals all weekend. I don't even OWN any shoes that are snow appropriate I think. Then again, I would like some boots. A meet up in wisconsin would be a great excuse to buy some boots. *debates*
You'd also get cheese curds? I finally found some here (PA) recently, and I was so excited! I moved from MI last year, and I didn't realize that even though the whole country has dairy cows the whole country does not have cheese curds. Noobs!
I'm sick right now so I'm living vicariously through everyone's lifts. More posts please. Thanks
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I would totally go to a convention. But omg do you know it SNOWS in Wisconsin!? SNOW people. Its like 70 here today. I've been wandering around in capris and sandals all weekend. I don't even OWN any shoes that are snow appropriate I think. Then again, I would like some boots. A meet up in wisconsin would be a great excuse to buy some boots. *debates*
You'd also get cheese curds? I finally found some here (PA) recently, and I was so excited! I moved from MI last year, and I didn't realize that even though the whole country has dairy cows the whole country does not have cheese curds. Noobs!
I'm sick right now so I'm living vicariously through everyone's lifts. More posts please. Thanks :laugh:
I wasn't thinking Wisconsin as the place to do it....but hey! Saves me money
In Wisconsin's defense....We haven't had significant Snow in Milwaukee in 2 years, you can still see the grass. However it is literally 0 here today!
Also in our corner -
1. Lots of Beer and Brewery tours
2. Lots of cheese and the deliciousness that is cheese curds.
3. To meet our protein macros let me introduce you to sausage central
4. We literally have a bar on every corner - no joke.
5. We're controversial politically - have you watched the news in the last year??
6. Home of Laverne and Shirley!
7. Get your picture taken with the Bronze Fonz!!!!
Ok, well.....I think I've left you with enough ideas of why you should come here.
My wedding's in February though....so lets discuss for after my nuptials 0 -
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Well I'm in Edmonton, Canada....it's damn cold here more often than not so my vote is somewhere HOT .....with lots of outlet shopping lol0
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Also in our corner -
1. Lots of Beer and Brewery tours
2. Lots of cheese and the deliciousness that is cheese curds.
3. To meet our protein macros let me introduce you to sausage central
4. We literally have a bar on every corner - no joke.
5. We're controversial politically - have you watched the news in the last year??
6. Home of Laverne and Shirley!
7. Get your picture taken with the Bronze Fonz!!!!
I am intrigued by cheese curds :huh:
I do like beer...and sausage.
And Aaron Rodgers.
BUT Tameko is right...somewhere warm would be nice. Oh....Vegasbaby's name got me thinking....
Vegas is warm - right? :laugh: Who would have thought she was a canuck!0 -
I thought that was Zombie Fonz!<
Bronze Fonz0 -
Also in our corner -
1. Lots of Beer and Brewery tours
2. Lots of cheese and the deliciousness that is cheese curds.
3. To meet our protein macros let me introduce you to sausage central
4. We literally have a bar on every corner - no joke.
5. We're controversial politically - have you watched the news in the last year??
6. Home of Laverne and Shirley!
7. Get your picture taken with the Bronze Fonz!!!!
I am intrigued by cheese curds :huh:
I do like beer...and sausage.
And Aaron Rodgers.
BUT Tameko is right...somewhere warm would be nice. Oh....Vegasbaby's name got me thinking....
Vegas is warm - right? :laugh: Who would have thought she was a canuck!
Cheese curds are one of the most delicious things you will eat in your life. The key is you have to eat them fresh, they literally squeak when you eat them, that's how you know....Nothing tops them.
I've never been to vegas......I would definitely consider Vegas!!! Perhaps I'll write Aaron Rodgers some fan mail....maybe we can cut a deal.0
