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BoxerBrawler
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Has anyone been doing this? If so, what have your results been?
I just started today. I really like it! My days will be set up for Thursday/Saturday/Monday with Tuesday and Wednesday as my non-lift days. As a beginner today was 45lb / 45lb / 65lb. I'm looking forward to going up in weight for the next one
I just started today. I really like it! My days will be set up for Thursday/Saturday/Monday with Tuesday and Wednesday as my non-lift days. As a beginner today was 45lb / 45lb / 65lb. I'm looking forward to going up in weight for the next one
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I picked up SL after doing stage 1 of NROLFW.
I also used it this past summer for awhile
I enjoy the simplicity of the program0 -
Great program for beginners, you should notice immediate strength gains! It will be important to adjust your calorie intake accordingly for the new amount of exercise/lifting you will be doing.0
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I've been doing it for about 5 weeks.
I've kept my weight relatively low so I can focus on proper form. I enjoy it. The app is very helpful and the program is easy to follow.0 -
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I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.0
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midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
I'm curious how you think it wasn't specific enough?0 -
cushman5279 wrote: »
Yuppers!0 -
midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
What's not specific about the program? They are compound lifts, they work the most amount of muscles per movement............
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I really, really liked it! So simple yet very effective. I didn't think I'd really feel anything at first because I do a ton of physical activities that involve body weight, resistance, tons of squats, cardio, endurance, etc. I have never used a barbell, I've only used hand weights and heavy bar. But I can kinda sorta feel it in my butt and shoulders and even a little core right now 0
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cushman5279 wrote: »
Yuppers!
Yay! I love to eat lol0 -
cushman5279 wrote: »I really, really liked it! So simple yet very effective. I didn't think I'd really feel anything at first because I do a ton of physical activities that involve body weight, resistance, tons of squats, cardio, endurance, etc. I have never used a barbell, I've only used hand weights and heavy bar. But I can kinda sorta feel it in my butt and shoulders and even a little core right now
When the weight starts getting heavier; with proper form/technique, you will notice A LOT of core stimulation for all of the lifts.
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midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
I'm curious how you think it wasn't specific enough?
It doesn't include the workouts that I do.0 -
midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
What's not specific about the program? They are compound lifts, they work the most amount of muscles per movement............
Yes, that is what I'm saying. It's generic lifts and not specific lifts that target particular muscles.
ETA: In other words, it probably works for a lot of people, but it just doesn't work for me. Instead I track with MFP because I can add custom exercises.0 -
midwesterner85 wrote: »midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
What's not specific about the program? They are compound lifts, they work the most amount of muscles per movement............
Yes, that is what I'm saying. It's generic lifts and not specific lifts that target particular muscles.
Generic or Boring lifts? What are your goals, what is your current program, and how does a compound lift not target your specific muscle?
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midwesterner85 wrote: »midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
What's not specific about the program? They are compound lifts, they work the most amount of muscles per movement............
Yes, that is what I'm saying. It's generic lifts and not specific lifts that target particular muscles.
Generic or Boring lifts? What are your goals, what is your current program, and how does a compound lift not target your specific muscle?
Generic. Boring is subjective, and can't be used for comparison because boring differs from person to person. When I say generic, I mean the exercises target several larger muscles that are common for those who want to build strength for the sake of building strength rather than for a particular activity.
In my case, I'm trying to follow a program to build muscles for rock climbing. Halos, skiers, pull-up retractions, to name a few, are a part of my program and are not on Stronglifts.0 -
midwesterner85 wrote: »midwesterner85 wrote: »midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
What's not specific about the program? They are compound lifts, they work the most amount of muscles per movement............
Yes, that is what I'm saying. It's generic lifts and not specific lifts that target particular muscles.
Generic or Boring lifts? What are your goals, what is your current program, and how does a compound lift not target your specific muscle?
Generic. Boring is subjective, and can't be used for comparison because boring differs from person to person. When I say generic, I mean the exercises target several larger muscles that are common for those who want to build strength for the sake of building strength rather than for a particular activity.
In my case, I'm trying to follow a program to build muscles for rock climbing. Halos, skiers, pull-up retractions, to name a few, are a part of my program and are not on Stronglifts.
Makes perfect sense. Your program is geared for your goal, which it should be! Glad to hear.
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cushman5279 wrote: »I really, really liked it! So simple yet very effective. I didn't think I'd really feel anything at first because I do a ton of physical activities that involve body weight, resistance, tons of squats, cardio, endurance, etc. I have never used a barbell, I've only used hand weights and heavy bar. But I can kinda sorta feel it in my butt and shoulders and even a little core right now
When the weight starts getting heavier; with proper form/technique, you will notice A LOT of core stimulation for all of the lifts.
That's good news! I work hard on my core but need to change it up. Seems like this is in the right direction for me.
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midwesterner85 wrote: »midwesterner85 wrote: »midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
What's not specific about the program? They are compound lifts, they work the most amount of muscles per movement............
Yes, that is what I'm saying. It's generic lifts and not specific lifts that target particular muscles.
Generic or Boring lifts? What are your goals, what is your current program, and how does a compound lift not target your specific muscle?
Generic. Boring is subjective, and can't be used for comparison because boring differs from person to person. When I say generic, I mean the exercises target several larger muscles that are common for those who want to build strength for the sake of building strength rather than for a particular activity.
In my case, I'm trying to follow a program to build muscles for rock climbing. Halos, skiers, pull-up retractions, to name a few, are a part of my program and are not on Stronglifts.
Makes perfect sense. Your program is geared for your goal, which it should be! Glad to hear.
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midwesterner85 wrote: »midwesterner85 wrote: »midwesterner85 wrote: »I didn't like it because the workouts were not specific enough. I suppose if I was just looking for generic strength training without any specific activity or muscles in mind, this might be a useful app.
What's not specific about the program? They are compound lifts, they work the most amount of muscles per movement............
Yes, that is what I'm saying. It's generic lifts and not specific lifts that target particular muscles.
Generic or Boring lifts? What are your goals, what is your current program, and how does a compound lift not target your specific muscle?
Generic. Boring is subjective, and can't be used for comparison because boring differs from person to person. When I say generic, I mean the exercises target several larger muscles that are common for those who want to build strength for the sake of building strength rather than for a particular activity.
In my case, I'm trying to follow a program to build muscles for rock climbing. Halos, skiers, pull-up retractions, to name a few, are a part of my program and are not on Stronglifts.
Makes perfect sense. Your program is geared for your goal, which it should be! Glad to hear.
I love seeing people get along on the Internet.
It's a good thing :-) I ask more questions for understanding rather than making assumptions. I'm on these forums to help, support, and educate when I can.
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