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Initially, I struggled with the bench press and overhead press as well. However, once I discovered using leg drive and bracing my core with the valsalva maneuver, my lifts went up by 10 pounds instantly as soon as I implemented them into my technique. I would try experimenting with different technique cues on the OHP and…
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I am a Scorpio, and my spirit animal is the wolf.
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I am testing for my third degree black belt in Taekwondo next week. Starting in September, I will be on here tracking my diet and things like that more seriously, for I am getting back in the routine of training for national-level tournaments. I would be happy to add you and answer any martial arts questions you have :)
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Like some of the other members said, it is really important that you do resistance training. One pound of muscle burns 50 calories. Once you start doing that, your BF% will go down and you will be more defined. I suggest doing compound exercises when doing resistance training.
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Actually, come to think about it, my brother has a barbell set. I could borrow it for the summer. Unfortunately the max weight I can go up to is 70 lbs., but I can just use these light weights to practice my form. Thanks, guys! I really appreciate your help :)
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I, too, have always been the only woman in the free weights room. I used to be intimidated by all of the men there, but once I realized I am here for myself and not them, it stopped bothering me.
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I totally agree. I'm currently doing Stronglifts and have seen more results in 5 weeks than I have doing split routines for three months!
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Conventional all the way. You can really destroy your lower back if you have the slightest slip in form while doing stiff-legged deadlifts.
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I would definitely recommend keeping up with kickboxing when you go back to the gym. If there is a heavy bag at the gym, box for about 30 min. This will burn a ton of calories (a lot more than running on a treadmill for 30 mins). I would also recommend compound movements for strength training in the beginning months of…
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Thanks for the advice, guys! I've been trying to do bodyweight workouts at home, but I haven't had the time to do much due to ripping and running with my family. I will definitely try lifting the weights I left of at on Tuesday.
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I suggest getting a power rack along with a bench. That way, you can do a variety of heavy lifting and compound exercises without being limited on what exercises you can do. I believe you can get one for $300. It's a little bit on the pricy side, but it is totally worth it if you want get strength gains and be muscular.
