How much do you lift? (Ladies only)
jamaicanlady
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Hey ladies. Can you help me out? I'm looking for some motivation. I'm interested in finding persons (women) who weigh about the same as me and to know how much they lift. It's not to compare in order to feel bad about myself nor is it to feel like I'm better than anyone. It's simply so I can have some goals to work towards. For example, I can squat 85 lbs for 10 reps but when I tried to do 90 lbs it was an epic fail. I figure now it may have been due to several factors but honestly, it really discouraged me and I thought to myself that maybe at my weight I wasn't supposed to be able to squat 90 lbs. Then I met (online) someone close to my weight who is currently squatting 105 lbs and is increasing weekly.
In the off chance that there is someone else who is in my position but nowhere close to my weight, it would be nice if all ladies who do the following lifts would post how much weight they're currently pushing so that others can be motivated too. Thanks in advance
Here is mine:
Weight: 134 lbs
Squat: 85 lbs / 10 reps
Deadlift: 105 lbs / 10 reps
Overhead press: (Haven't tried this yet)
Bench press: (Haven't tried this yet)
In the off chance that there is someone else who is in my position but nowhere close to my weight, it would be nice if all ladies who do the following lifts would post how much weight they're currently pushing so that others can be motivated too. Thanks in advance
Here is mine:
Weight: 134 lbs
Squat: 85 lbs / 10 reps
Deadlift: 105 lbs / 10 reps
Overhead press: (Haven't tried this yet)
Bench press: (Haven't tried this yet)
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Are you following any kind of program, or is that just one set of ten reps?0
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What you weight is not the only factor in what you lift. Don't worry about who lifts what and where you fall on a scale. The goal is to lift more next week than this week.0
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What you weight is not the only factor in what you lift. Don't worry about who lifts what and where you fall on a scale. The goal is to lift more next week than this week.
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^^ This.
In all honesty when I lift I do 3 sets and each set I go up in weight and try to get 10 reps each time.
It doesn't matter what someone else does. It only matters what YOU do0 -
Are you following any kind of program, or is that just one set of ten reps?
Its 3 sets of 10 reps0 -
What you weight is not the only factor in what you lift. Don't worry about who lifts what and where you fall on a scale. The goal is to lift more next week than this week.
I know there are other factors. But for say competitions, you're put into weight classes, no? Correct me if I'm wrong.0 -
Are you following any kind of program, or is that just one set of ten reps?
Its 3 sets of 10 reps
3x5 is a better range for big strength gains. 3x10 is a good hypertrophy range, but you're not going to make drastic strength gains week to week. Just try to progress week to week. Also, the longer you lift, the more you will learn to press yourself further.
Obviously I'm not female, but my wife is 5'2" and weighs 125 Lbs...she squats 3x5 @ 135 Lbs. 3x10 she squats around 100 Lbs.0 -
Are you following any kind of program, or is that just one set of ten reps?
Its 3 sets of 10 reps
3x5 is a better range for big strength gains. 3x10 is a good hypertrophy range, but you're not going to make drastic strength gains week to week. Just try to progress week to week. Also, the longer you lift, the more you will learn to press yourself further.
Obviously I'm not female, but my wife is 5'2" and weighs 125 Lbs...she squats 3x5 @ 135 Lbs. 3x10 she squats around 100 Lbs.
Thanks for your reply. I'm currently following a program (NROL) and just finished a fat loss phase and will be moving to hypertrophy in 2 weeks or so where I will be doing some 5 rep sets.
Like I said, I just wanted to have an idea of how much others are lifting. Some persons are able to motivate themselves other ways, for me, when I know that so and so is lifting a certain amount of weight, I have something to look forward to down the road. It's not that I'm going to immediately jump to that, I only increase in 5 lb increments weekly if possible. But at least on the days I feel like quitting, I'll know that if I just stick with it, one day I'll get there.0 -
Hopw long have you been lifting? I think you are doing great!
I weigh 133 lbs. I started about 4 weeks ago. Here's what I can do:
Overhead Press- 5x5- 45 lbs
Benchpress- 5x5-40 lbs
Squat- 5x5- 45 lbs
Deadlift- 5x5- 70 lbs
Bent over rows - 5x5 - 60 lbs
I am stuck right now at 40 lbs for the bench press. But I will keep trying. Agree that you go at your own pace, add weight when it gets easy. Keep going!!!0 -
What you weight is not the only factor in what you lift. Don't worry about who lifts what and where you fall on a scale. The goal is to lift more next week than this week.
I know there are other factors. But for say competitions, you're put into weight classes, no? Correct me if I'm wrong.
They are. But know they are also training the specific links in a sport specific manner that allows for stronger lifts. You, I assume, go for general fitness.
The way you training can dictate how much you can lift.0 -
You need to give it some time. I don't like the 3x10 rep programs. I am happy to share my stats with you, with what I workout with and what my 1 rep max estimates are for each.
I will also add that to increase your squat and deadlift, you should work to improve your upper body strength, and you may even want to incorporate accessory work. I've opted to incorporate the leg press into my workout, and my squat strength is much improved. The NROL program doesn't really allow for that to be added in, though.
I'm 125 as of this week, and my stats are:
I follow a program that has 5 sets of 5 reps, then last set to max. 4 day split with accessories. I do each of these lifts one day and not all on the same day.
Overhead Press - light weight warmup plus 35x5, 40x5 and 45xmax (7 rep max). 1RM is 55.
Deadlift - I have dropped back on the weight because of a forearm pain issue and workout with 95x5, 110x5, and 120xmax (11 reps max) 1RM is 150.
Benchpress - I workout with 55x5, 55x5 and 60xmax (5 reps max), 1RM is 75.
Squats - 105x5, 115x5, 125xmax (12 rep max), This week I up it to 135 for my last set to max. 1 RM is 175.
I have had breast cancer and mastectomy, so my upper body is still quite weak. But I am working on improving the stats.
It takes a lot of time. There is no deadline. Just take each day as it comes. You will see plenty of strength gains in the coming months.0 -
Hopw long have you been lifting? I think you are doing great!
I weigh 133 lbs. I started about 4 weeks ago. Here's what I can do:
Overhead Press- 5x5- 45 lbs
Benchpress- 5x5-40 lbs
Squat- 5x5- 45 lbs
Deadlift- 5x5- 70 lbs
Bent over rows - 5x5 - 60 lbs
I am stuck right now at 40 lbs for the bench press. But I will keep trying. Agree that you go at your own pace, add weight when it gets easy. Keep going!!!
Thank you! I have been lifting for 2 months longer than you. Well, not true. I started NROL last year, did a few weeks and then stopped. Started it over January 6 of this year. Sounds like you are doing Stronglifts, something I plan to do eventually once I finish NROL. How are you finding it? Good numbers by the way! And I think 40 lbs is great for the bench press, my upper body is pretty weak so I'm not sure what my bench press numbers will be like when I move to hypertrophy in 2 weeks.0 -
What you weight is not the only factor in what you lift. Don't worry about who lifts what and where you fall on a scale. The goal is to lift more next week than this week.
I know there are other factors. But for say competitions, you're put into weight classes, no? Correct me if I'm wrong.
They are. But know they are also training the specific links in a sport specific manner that allows for stronger lifts. You, I assume, go for general fitness.
The way you training can dictate how much you can lift.
I agree. And yes, I'm kinda going for general fitness. Actually at the moment I'm trying to bulk. But the reason I thought weight was the most crucial factor was because I had found a website (gosh darnit I can't find it again) that showed what category you would fall in (novice, beginner, intermediate, expert) based on the weight you are and the weight you are lifting for each compound lift.0 -
If you really want to increase your weights you could switch to s strength building program like StrongLifts5x5. Oh switch when you are done with New Rules.0
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5'3 115lbs
Overhead Press- 8x3 55lbs
Benchpress- 8x3. 60lbs
Squat- 8x3. 140lbs (can do more in lower rep range)
Deadlift- 8x3 105lbs (I have arthritis in my hands and overhand grip strength is painful/numb)
Bicep curl- 10x3 25lb in each hand0 -
I know that site! Can't remember either but keep in mind those are 1RM!What you weight is not the only factor in what you lift. Don't worry about who lifts what and where you fall on a scale. The goal is to lift more next week than this week.
I know there are other factors. But for say competitions, you're put into weight classes, no? Correct me if I'm wrong.
They are. But know they are also training the specific links in a sport specific manner that allows for stronger lifts. You, I assume, go for general fitness.
The way you training can dictate how much you can lift.
I agree. And yes, I'm kinda going for general fitness. Actually at the moment I'm trying to bulk. But the reason I thought weight was the most crucial factor was because I had found a website (gosh darnit I can't find it again) that showed what category you would fall in (novice, beginner, intermediate, expert) based on the weight you are and the weight you are lifting for each compound lift.0 -
What you weight is not the only factor in what you lift. Don't worry about who lifts what and where you fall on a scale. The goal is to lift more next week than this week.
Good point!
Everyone else's numbers posted here blows mine away so I'm not going to post :laugh: Cool news though is that I have witnessed several men in the gym who lift less than me.. I feel less of a n00b now :laugh: :laugh:
OP, check out Stronglifts 5x5. I prefer that much more than high rep, low weight programs0 -
Yes it all depends on your goals. Think you're on the right track! Just keep pushing and change your workouts every 4-6 weeks. This will keep u from hitting a plateau.
I have NROW! But haven't had the chance to dive into it. Would like to see your progress add me as a friend if u like!
Stats:
145lbs
Squat: 135x20, 145x15, 185x10, 225x8 1rm 320
Bench press 95x12, 115x6, 135x3
Overhead press. 65x10, 95x8, 110x3. 1rm 135
Db rows. 55x10 65x8 75x6-7.
Dead lift 110x15, 135x8 215x5.0 -
Yes, I will definitely switch when I'm finished with NROL.If you really want to increase your weights you could switch to s strength building program like StrongLifts5x5. Oh switch when you are done with New Rules.
Arthritis in your hands and you can lift that much??? I'm VERY impressed. I can barely hang on to 105, will have to switch to mixed-grip soon. Your squat is also unbelievable. HUGE motivation for me.5'3 115lbs
Overhead Press- 8x3 55lbs
Benchpress- 8x3. 60lbs
Squat- 8x3. 140lbs (can do more in lower rep range)
Deadlift- 8x3 105lbs (I have arthritis in my hands and overhand grip strength is painful/numb)
Bicep curl- 10x3 25lb in each hand
I do too, but since I've started NROL already and am getting great results, I'm just going to stick with it until its finished. Plus I always start things and quit in the middle, this time I'd like to stick it out. By the way, the purpose of the original post wasn't to make anyone feel bad or anything like that about the weight they are currently lifting. It's simply to show how far others have reached with hard work. Great job on "outlifting" all those men!Good point!
Everyone else's numbers posted here blows mine away so I'm not going to post Cool news though is that I have witnessed several men in the gym who lift less than me.. I feel less of a n00b now
OP, check out Stronglifts 5x5. I prefer that much more than high rep, low weight programs0 -
Definitely adding you! Those are huge numbers! By the way, checked out your profile and you look GREAT!Yes it all depends on your goals. Think you're on the right track! Just keep pushing and change your workouts every 4-6 weeks. This will keep u from hitting a plateau.
I have NROW! But haven't had the chance to dive into it. Would like to see your progress add me as a friend if u like!
Stats:
145lbs
Squat: 135x20, 145x15, 185x10, 225x8 1rm 320
Bench press 95x12, 115x6, 135x3
Overhead press. 65x10, 95x8, 110x3. 1rm 135
Db rows. 55x10 65x8 75x6-7.
Dead lift 110x15, 135x8 215x5.0 -
I do too, but since I've started NROL already and am getting great results, I'm just going to stick with it until its finished. Plus I always start things and quit in the middle, this time I'd like to stick it out. By the way, the purpose of the original post wasn't to make anyone feel bad or anything like that about the weight they are currently lifting. It's simply to show how far others have reached with hard work. Great job on "outlifting" all those men!Good point!
Everyone else's numbers posted here blows mine away so I'm not going to post Cool news though is that I have witnessed several men in the gym who lift less than me.. I feel less of a n00b now
OP, check out Stronglifts 5x5. I prefer that much more than high rep, low weight programs
Great commitment! I hope you post some before and afters when you are finished with New Rules!
Oh I'm aware, just thought the person who posted that made a good point. I do have to say though, it isn't really hard to make other women feel bad especially when women who weigh less are posting how they lift heavier than you. It's inspiring at the same time though. I've only been doing Stronglifts for two weeks now so I suppose I shouldn't be so hard on myself. lol0 -
Weight 135 lbs
Squat: 155lbs
Deads: 155 lbs
Overhead press: 70 lbs
Bench : 90 lbs
These are all for 5 sets of 5.
I was around where you are about 5-6 months ago.
Eta I'm doing stronglifts and have been since about October before that I did nrolfw. The site you're thinking of is
Www.strstd.com
Or that's a similar one I think 0 -
Yes it all depends on your goals. Think you're on the right track! Just keep pushing and change your workouts every 4-6 weeks. This will keep u from hitting a plateau.
I have NROW! But haven't had the chance to dive into it. Would like to see your progress add me as a friend if u like!
Stats:
145lbs
Squat: 135x20, 145x15, 185x10, 225x8 1rm 320
Bench press 95x12, 115x6, 135x3
Overhead press. 65x10, 95x8, 110x3. 1rm 135
Db rows. 55x10 65x8 75x6-7.
Dead lift 110x15, 135x8 215x5.
Holy shiz on that squat!0 -
http://www.strstd.com/
check out that site.... very awesome.... it'll tell you what you want to know exactly
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Id like to note that I;d never base my squatting ability off other peoples numbers..... tons of people go nowhere near as low as they should and its easy to do double your real capacity when you do that.. bench you cant really cheat on... you can flare your elbows, until the day you blow your rotator cuff
i dont dount Sblakes numbers.. those legs are sick... amazing physique..0 -
Id like to note that I;d never base my squatting ability off other peoples numbers..... tons of people go nowhere near as low as they should and its easy to do double your real capacity when you do that.. bench you cant really cheat on... you can flare your elbows, until the day you blow your rotator cuff
^^agreed. It also often comes out that they use a Smith to squat in. The numbers are not comparable.0 -
Id like to note that I;d never base my squatting ability off other peoples numbers..... tons of people go nowhere near as low as they should and its easy to do double your real capacity when you do that.. bench you cant really cheat on... you can flare your elbows, until the day you blow your rotator cuff
That is true. I appreciate reading this
Ladies or even you astronomicals, how and when do you make the progression from a "Smith" to a regular squat? I have started with 80lbs on the Smith machine.. it's not difficult but not easy either. Sometimes there is a rack that is free but I don't use it and wait for the Smith.. I'm concerned about injury and I often don't have a spotter with me at the gym0 -
What you weight is not the only factor in what you lift. Don't worry about who lifts what and where you fall on a scale. The goal is to lift more next week than this week.
I know there are other factors. But for say competitions, you're put into weight classes, no? Correct me if I'm wrong.
They are. But know they are also training the specific links in a sport specific manner that allows for stronger lifts. You, I assume, go for general fitness.
The way you training can dictate how much you can lift.
I agree. And yes, I'm kinda going for general fitness. Actually at the moment I'm trying to bulk. But the reason I thought weight was the most crucial factor was because I had found a website (gosh darnit I can't find it again) that showed what category you would fall in (novice, beginner, intermediate, expert) based on the weight you are and the weight you are lifting for each compound lift.
I've seen that chart. I think it is full of it. Really, just make sure you are lifting more next week than this week. (Generally speaking). When you said you failed at 90, what do you mean? You couldn't do 3x10x90. You only did a few reps or you just couldn't move it at all?0 -
Id like to note that I;d never base my squatting ability off other peoples numbers..... tons of people go nowhere near as low as they should and its easy to do double your real capacity when you do that.. bench you cant really cheat on... you can flare your elbows, until the day you blow your rotator cuff
That is true. I appreciate reading this
Ladies or even you astronomicals, how and when do you make the progression from a "Smith" to a regular squat? I have started with 80lbs on the Smith machine.. it's not difficult but not easy either. Sometimes there is a rack that is free but I don't use it and wait for the Smith.. I'm concerned about injury and I often don't have a spotter with me at the gym
Do it now. But know that chances are your smith machine is counter balanced and when you first free squat, you will probably only being doing the bar. As well, pending on your gym you should have a rack with adjustable safety bars. Put them at a height of just below the bottoms of your squat depth.0 -
Ladies or even you astronomicals, how and when do you make the progression from a "Smith" to a regular squat? I have started with 80lbs on the Smith machine.. it's not difficult but not easy either. Sometimes there is a rack that is free but I don't use it and wait for the Smith.. I'm concerned about injury and I often don't have a spotter with me at the gym
Squats are actually pretty safe to do without a spotter, so long as your gym has safety bars on the racks. They should be below knee-high so you don't get caught on them when you go down. Then if you can't get up, you can "dump" the bar behind you on those (dignity intact) or if you lose your balance, sit down on your *kitten*. (undigified but you'll live)
Bench Press is the one I don't like doing alone. I tend to mix it up with dumbell presses for the balance, and smith for the weight. My progress suffered on that lift though, but I kept getting stuck under the bar!!
Free weights are just sooo much better for you. You will feel so many different muscles working around your core and in your legs, that weren't having to work while using the smith. It's a bit scary to start with, but a great feeling.
Now I just wish I could ever get a go on a barbell at my gym these days!! The only times I can get there it's always busy.
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I am switching gyms because Planet Fitness only has Smith machines, which makes me feel like I'm spinning my wheels. Next week I start at Spectrum. I will also be switching from NROLFW to Strong Lifts or Starting Strength (book arrives tomorrow). I think because I was previously forced to use Smith Machines, I'm going to pretend I never lifted before, start over with just the bar and work up from there.0
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