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If one side is stronger it most likely also has more muscle, so yes. Try doing some more unilateral exercises.
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You could try putting two dumbbells on the ground and do your planks while gripping them. It will keep your wrist in a better position without all the pressure on the knuckles.
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There isn't really anything to agree or disagree with - they can measure these things. And, like I said, MOST Westerns can't/shouldn't deep squat. If junior high girls can't squat, they need a strength program, not a stretching routine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxAVJkbTf0M
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If a lady was to wear high heels all day and go straight to the gym, I would image her calves would be tight. But, tight is not the same as inflexible - a little foam rolling and a good warm-up, she will be fine. There is a reason why it's called an Asian squat. Most in the Western world do not have the skeletal structure…
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I have worked with hundreds of females of all ages and ability, and have never met one that lacked the flexibility to perform a squat. Lack of flexibility would suggest that there is some sort of soft tissue length issue preventing the joint(s) from moving into a squatting position. The squat actually requires very little…
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You're welcome - hope it helps.
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I don't recommend dips for most people - a lot of stress on the anterior shoulder. If you want to work your shoulders pain-free try using bear crawl variations, landmine presses, and kettlebell presses.
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1. Foods like cereal, pasta, etc. are calorie dense, so it's probably the amount of carbs that you are eating, not the type that is making you feel sluggish. Fruit also has more vitamins, water, and fiber than grains, so I'm sure that adds a little to making you feel better. 2. I know some people that are not affected by…
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Seems like you're at a good weight. I would just eat close to maintenance and workout hard. A few days before you leave you can lower your carbohydrate consumption and avoid excessive sodium. I would recommend not doing any drastic fluid manipulation because it is hard on the body and you'll feel like crap.
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I guess it depends on the context. In a general sense, it is being able to generate strength in a timely manner. If you don't need/want to be powerful, you don't need to train in such a manner. What is your goal?
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Pulls up should be felt in the middle of your back, the front of your arms, and your stomach. I think it's best to do assisted pull ups, then eccentric pull ups, and eventually work your way up to doing full pull ups. Upper body Strength: - Push Up - Over Head Press - Bench Press - Inverted Row - Pull Up - Chest Supported…
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This wouldn't be an area of expertise for me, but I don't think there is much you can do to prevent a subluxation. Ribs are largely held in place by connective tissue, not muscle. Chances are you just naturally have more laxity in your connective tissue.
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Depth Jump Hurdle Hop Bounding Split Jump
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Sure, there are plenty of lower impact plyos that you can use when you are just starting out. They are helpful in learning proper jumping and landing mechanics for when you start upping the intensity with more advance plyos. With this said, you won't make nearly the same gains as you would with a solid strength foundation.
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Overtraining doesn't happen over night. Sounds like just an "off day" to me.
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Hard to say. What else are you doing for exercise? What is the HIIT routine?
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I'm sure you will do fine.
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That's exactly what I would do. 50lb is usually the point where I start progressing clients to front or back squats. Because females generally are strong in the lower body, but weaker in the upper body, it becomes really hard to hold a weight heavy enough in the hands.
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Being a female, it is HIGHLY unlikely that you lack the flexibility to squat. Could you post a profile view video of your squat?
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Is there any reason why you do all your compound lifts on one day and your machine exercises on another? My stock 3-day split looks like this. Day 1: Squat Vertical Push Vertical Pull Day 2: Deadlift Horizontal Push Horizontal Pull Day 3: Lunge or Split Squat Single Arm Push or High Volume Push Single Arm Pull or High…
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Plyometrics are used to develop the speed at which you can create force. If you cannot create high levels of force (ie strength) there is nothing to develop. More importantly, the body is much more prone to injury when there is not a solid strength foundation.
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Some basic patterns are fine, but there is really little to no carry over to anything outside of the ladder. I use ladders every week, but really only as a warm-up or a way to work some aerobic qualities. The reason why they do not improve agility outside of the ladder is because everything is largely pattern specific.…
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I sell an electronic resource that walks you through everything (ebook, workout program, video demonstrations, etc.), but it requires gym access. I'm sure there are some good at-home workout DVDs out there, but I have no history with any and could not recommend any.
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Plyos are good. Ladder drills largely only make you better at doing ladder drills.
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Honestly, squats and deadlifts. Most people lose their balance and agility from muscle atrophy. Lunges and single-leg deadlifts are a good way to work on unilateral stability. Depending on your strength level, plyometrics can be beneficial.
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I am not a RD or nutritionist, but most non-disease related nutritional topics are within my scope. If everything checks out with your doctor, the only thing I could think of is that you are miscalculating your energy intake. You might want to buy a food scale.
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Is there something in particular that you are training for?
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I have some free time this afternoon, so bumping for new questions today. If not, I'll just take a nap.