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@DvlDwnInGA you are right it is definitely about how i'm gripping it. I have the mobility so I don't think I'm not ever going to use this again, but instead trade off and see over time what works for me. @Iron_Miss_Canada that's an interesting perspective. I've definitely read you can squat more weight on low bar and I…
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See I was thinking that it was too. the heavier the weight was, the harder it was for me keep the bar in place on the low bar sets. I find the differences in how people work fascinating. I'm not going to sit here and say one is wrong or one is right. :)
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Ya I read that article awhile ago. I was kind of just trying to see what others did here and what worked for them. I'm not really looking for a definitive answer, but Thank You!
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Thank you all of you. I'm seriously taking in all of this advice. I can't wait to get back in for a good DL set now.
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Thank you for all of the great advice. I am definitely going to work on how I grip the bar as well as work on some grip strengthening exercises. I think I may have to pull the bar back into my palms more. My calluses are showing up at the middle of my fingers(just above the proximal phalange). I'm going to reevaluate in a…
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Yes I did them at different times. I was trying to see what would help me hold on longer. I'm doing MadCow so I'm not doing more than 8 reps at once, most are 5. It's just by 3 or 4 it starts slipping so bad that I begin rushing to complete the set instead of doing it properly. It's frustrating because I know form is…
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Thanks for those ideas. I hate hanging. I can only make it for like 20 seconds, but you are right it needs to be practiced.
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It is slipping out of my hand, but my fingers really hurt trying to hold it in place, and the weight is more on my fingers than the pad of my palm. I'm holding on for dear life. haha. People do use chalk at my gym, I am just worried about drying out my hands. I see people with cracked palms and such.
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Agreed be careful about the trainer you get. I see some things trainers do at the gym with their clients and not all instruct proper form. I honestly thought a guy was going to blow his knees out on a 250 lb squat yesterday because his knees were so narrow and shaking inward. When they were figuring out the weight the…
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Agreed, but I'm not a trainer. Haha. This is just what I do. Though my brother keeps yelling at me to not run too much because I'm negating the progress I make in my lifts. Whether that is true or not. I have no idea. I hate running so I'd be happy to know it was so I could stop. :wink:
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5/3/1 Definitely! Or, if you actually are looking at the site for StrongLifts you will see he clearly states that after you hit a wall, you should switch over to MadCow StrongLifts(slower progression). I did 5/3/1 to start which is a super slow progression, but even I hit a wall so I researched how to build muscle…
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You look so hot! Congrats!
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This is awesome! Way to go! I can't wait until you reach ONEderland, which I'm sure you'll do quickly. Congrats and keep going!
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This is a great story. Thank you for sharing! Congrats on your success.
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I love that this was 1.5 years. It helps me place my goals realistically. You look absolutely gorgeous that smile is super inspirational. I couldn't help smiling reading this. Congratulations!
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You look so beautiful! Congratulations!
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<3
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um....you are kidding that its not a big accomplishment right? Great job! Stay positive.
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Of course its a success! Congratulations on working hard towards your goal! Hope your reach the end!
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I love when people set goals and just make it happen. It reminds me that its a mental game. Congrats on your success!
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You should be proud!
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This is very inspiring. Way to go! You really made gains that are undeniable. Hopefully you find true happiness in yourself and enjoy your new life.
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You look absolutely fantastic. Good job!
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Dang 19 lbs did that? I've lost 21 and see no difference. You look awesome!
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You look stunning! Great work and congratulations!
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Just remind yourself what you want every morning. You'll get there. :smile:
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I just had a meal at smash burger, in the past I'd have something like that and not think twice about it. Well I automatically entered the calories in MFP and was like OMG 1200 cals for lunch! And to think I'd sometimes do that for dinner as well, no wonder I'd gained so much. Luckily even with that number and breakfast I…
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That is so awesome. Way to go!
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:)
