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inzer single prong or lever is definitely the way to go on a belt. I'm not a huge fan of sumo either, but whatever gets the most weight off the floor and locked out is what matters. Sumo is also nice to throw in mix things up even as a conventional lifter, goes the other way too.

I've seen two main recommendations, start with single ply or loose multi. I started with metal pro briefs and those seem to be breaking in nicely without changing my form too much. I think starting with briefs or a looser squat suit with straps down is a good way to work into it. You can cut the straps off later and use…

I haven't used either of those. Optimum Nutrition and Universal Nutrition both make protein with 4 grams of carbs and about 120 calories so that is in the area. 22/24 grams of protein. Unfortunately I think the VPX zero carb I used to take was discontinued.

http://www.westside-barbell.com/westside-articles/PDF.Files/06PDF/06Sept_Using_KettleBells.pdf

It's up to you, if you can do it and feel fine in the morning and also get to sleep quickly to ensure enough sleep then I don't see why not. Not sure on the legality of it, I think it depends on where you are like public streets vs private property and if you have permission to be there or not.

http://www.powerliftingwatch.com/node/4421

Box jumps, find anything the right height and jump to it. You can also grab a folding chain and begin them seated. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZDEhTxYPYU Box squats will also help a ton. From what you are saying you probably do not need to use a very low box but experiment and find the right height that will have the…

502 deadlift on Saturday (27 pound PR). Same day I couldn't hit a 300 bench, about 35 LBS under my max so I was pissed but hit a 290 floor press today (10 pound PR) so I'm feeling good about the week overall.

Orange Triad multivitamin and joint support. Protein powder, usually Universal nutrition or any other good brand that is on sale when I need it. White flood pre-workout Fiber Fish oil. BCAA, just switched from purple wrath to xtend. Better flavor and mixes much easier.

I used medical tape around that area when I tore a callus that took quite a bit of skin with it, might help a bit. Also make sure you are using plenty of chalk so the pressure is in the right area the whole lift and isn't slipping.

Fake it. Act like you 100% should be there and want to be there because you have something to accomplish. Even if you can't get yourself to fully feel this way, just starting will push you in the right direction. What you were first forcing yourself to feel becomes natural and evolves into genuine confidence.

Monday - Max effort upper body, bench, board press, floor press, etc. Sometimes overhead. 2-3 week waves of the same exercise with minor variations each week. Usually heavy on the triceps for accessory work. Tuesday - Max effort lower body, good mornings, rack pulls, box squats, etc. A lot of hamstring and lower back…

Hit at least a 365 1 board press and 405 good morning on their respective max effort days.

I haven't tried this because I have never had tennis elbow. The guy knows his stuff and his videos have helped me with other problems. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dgbCDtqdlI

Don't workout to eat, eat to workout. Use food as fuel to lift heavier, run farther, or whatever else you want to do.

PC only, last console I owned was a PS2. I played World of Warcraft for over 5 years on and off, realized that when I don't spend 7+ hours a day playing it everything else is better. Right now I'm playing random stuff I buy during the steam sale. So far portal 1&2 and Alice Madness Returns. I'm waiting for guild wars 2.

Congratulations on the PR. Stongman is a ton of fun so give it a shot if you can get your hands on the implements. The brute strength for things like stone loads seems to have a strong carry over to most things.

I have a set schedule and people to lift with. If they don't show up I give them crap for it and if I don't show up I would expect them to do the same. Started lifting again back in February, 3-4 days a week and I've missed one day since then. I was hung over and had some kind of virus so it just wasn't going to happen.

Talk to a decent doctor before. If they approve it, go with P90X and basically walk your way through the first week. Take it extremely slowly even if you don't feel you are really pushing yourself. Skip the plyo dvd and substitute one of the other cardio workouts or even take a walk instead. Assuming you don't already have…

I miss beer. Only vodka, rum, and whiskey now. My favorites used to be Samuel Adams Boston Lager and Cherry Wheat.

Bench does hit your shoulders, incline even more so. I'll feel it in my shoulders a bit if I do incline with either BB or DB after military or something that already worked my shoulders. I find tucking my elbows less and taking a wider grip will hit my chest more than with a narrow grip and tucking my elbows like I do in a…

It is a lot easier to find a decent protein powder than it is to find a decent bar. Most "protein bars" are candy bars with some extra protein. Bars are a lot more expensive unless things have changed a lot since I last looked years ago. I use optimum nutrition and Universal Nutrition for most of my supplements including…

I tried it for awhile but it didn't stick. I still plan the core of it the night before and prepare food ahead of time when possible but I enter it as I go.

This websites calculations are wrong, every other websites calculations are wrong, your heart rate monitor is wrong, it is impossible to figure out how many calories you actually burn though any reasonable means. We have formulas because they get reasonably close, close enough for us to figure out on our own what level of…

Tonga 192.56 Micronesia 192.68______________________Me, way over here. Even my goal weight is well over the #1 position. Oh well, gotta be big to lift big.

This video was directed at a triathlete but he has some solid ideas. Probably a bit of a different approach than you would traditionally get. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmfz9h12r5k

I throw some in every once in awhile. It helps with flexibility and stability while burning a few calories. Kind of hits your weak points if you are lifting.

Assuming it is just DOMS and not another problem, foam roller, stretching, ice baths and sometimes really light cardio can help. http://www.mytreadmilltrainer.com/blog/476/workout-recovery-strategies-ice-baths-foam-rollers-and-stretching/

I have yet to find anything definitive on the subject, although too much cardio can start to hurt your recovery and take away some energy and intensity from your training. I do sled pulls after I lift or on off days and usually about an hour low intensity walk with the dog 3-4 times a week. I certainly wouldn't say you…

I wouldn't hit a program like that at a deficit and 1600 calories a day. It is meant for someone eating like a beast entirely to put on size. 30 pounds of muscle is complete BS, I would completely write off most programs claiming this. If you are eating for it and following it, you should probably make some solid gains in…