julie_broadhead Member

https://breakingmuscle.com/fitness/the-6-main-types-of-strongman-events-and-how-to-train-for-them-in-the-gym You may find this helpful:-)

I usually don't wear shorts during workouts because, even though my legs are really thin, my thighs rub together during my workouts. This causes every pair of shorts I've tried to ride up and cause some pretty bad inner thigh chaffing. I can wear long compression shorts and the compression short/baggy combination shorts.

I'm training for RKC level 1 right now. I how to pass when I take the certification this summer. I'm also doing some barbell training:-)

I tend to do two different types of kettlebell sessions. I log my conditioning sessions as circuit training and my strength sessions as strength training.

Wouldn't need to. She knows that winter temps on Everest are dangerous no mater how much clothing you have on. That's why all the summit treks on Everest take place in the summer where the temps at the summit range between 2 degrees F and -11 degrees F. The low up here two days ago was -56 degrees F. It was recommended…

Spoken like someone who does not live in a place where it gets dangerously cold.

Here are two articles I found helpful. One is from ACOG the other is from a website called Girls Gone Strong. http://m.acog.org/Patients/FAQs/Exercise-During-Pregnancy?IsMobileSet=true https://www.girlsgonestrong.com/blog/pregnancy/5-myths-of-pregnancy-and-strength-training/ Present your doc with this info and ask him why…

I know how it feels to suffer from depression and feel like there is no time to exercise. When my little guy was born I had postpartum depression. I love working out, but there were many days where I would talk myself out of doing it. The YouTube video suggestion that was listed above is great. Start with something that…

Most workouts can be logged as circuit training. If you are doing a workout where strength is the focus, log it as strength training.

Time, a caloric deficit and a good all around strength program are best things you can do. Unfortunately, you can't spot reduce. If your tummy is still dome shaped like your still pregnant, get checked for diastasis recti. Resolving that will help your mid section tremendously. Here are the strength programs that I have…

If she gives you a set of moves that you repeat over and over for a set time, I would log it as circuit training. For 20min of circuit training, that's around 250 calories. Truth be told, I'm not a huge fan of Body by Amy's kettlebell videos. She does not teach good technique. However, if you enjoy them, keep doing them!…

35lb is a pretty good place to start with swings for a man. In Pavel's Simple and Sinister, he recommends starting at 35 then adding a 44 and a 53.

The last time I ran Starting Strength, I had an end goal in mind for squats. I wanted to get to 105lb on my squats for 3x5. I reached that goal in 6 weeks. Here are my old ending numbers: Squat:3x5@105lb Press: 5x3@ 70lb Bench: 3x5@ 80lb Deadlift: 1x5@150lb I am running Starting Strength again with a new numbers goal. This…

I love kettlebell work. Like the above posters have noted, form is really important. What kinds of lifts are you doing? Are you following a program?

I would take planks out completely at this point. Switching to a sumo stance with your deadlifts will let you continue to deadlift. You can try push ups with your hands elevated on either a bench, box, or the wall.). The best support band I found was given to me at one of my check ups. I forgot the brand. This Pilates…

Your bar speed comes from two places. The initial pull off the ground and your hip opening and shrug happening at the same time. To help you get under the bar to catch in a squat, I recommend jump squats. Jump up as quickly and explosively as you can and land in a squat then come up. If your not doing Burgener warm up I…

I would add the commute time if the coaching and programing at your CF affiliate is top notch.

I'd also say stay away from the Smith Machine. If you are interested in having the pull down feature, the same company also makes a power rack with the pull down station. http://www.bodysolid.com/Home/GPR378/Body-Solid_Pro_Power_Rack Adjustable Dumbells are always awesome. You could also hang gymnastic rings or a TRX…

I'll share a brief version of my lifting journey with you:-) I started in 2004 doing videos and lifting 3-8lb weights. I thought it was so heavy at the time. I remember those Firm workout videos for how sore they made me. In 2006 I started rock climbing. Then everything I did for fitness was to make me a better climber. I…

What they said. Kettlebells are one of the most expensive pieces of strength equipment you can buy per lb. Craigslist, Play it Again Sports, and thrift shops are pretty good resources. Keep your eye on Amazon too. Around this time of year I have seen kettlebells as low as $1.00 per pound. I would second the recommendation…

You don't really need a post workout shake, but if you want to take one Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard is the best tasting shake you will get at the best value.

Have a protein source at every meal and snack. I pre log my meals then see what I need to do with my snacks to meet my protein macro. Adding a little extra protein at each meal is another strategy.

I wear a 34" inseam and Old Navy and Under Armor are awesome.

Personally, I would go crazy trying to eat only 1200 calories. I know from past experience that I will drop weight at 1900 to 2000 calories. But everyone is different:-) Try the 1200-1500calories. Log accurately and use a food scale. If you are ravenous, don't be afraid to raise your calories.

I'm 5'9" and 153lb. I am currently eating at maintenance. I've been down to 140 as an adult and it is too lean for me.

My favorite low calorie protein options are grilled chicken breast, nonfat plain Greek Yogurt, and egg whites. MRM makes a protein powder that is 90 calories per serving. I'm going to second the previous poster in saying that 140g of protein seems really high. That would be really tricky to do within 1200 calories. Start…

You are so lucky. My care team scared the living day lights out of me about heavy lifting and asked me to change my program. I miscarried my first pregnancy so I really did scare easily.

Pioneer Woman and Holiday Baking Championship:-)

Pre pregnancy, I was doing Crossfit and training for my first Olympic lifting meet. When I found out I was pregnant, I kept going to Crossfit but I lowered my weights and lowered the intensity. At my first OB appointment, they scared the crap out of me about heavy lifting. By heavy they meant over 35lb. So I stopped going…

How tall are you?