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Well first off, you are talking in terms of scale weight - if you are wanting to focus on gaining a little muscle then you will have to start using other measures to track your progress. For example, i use a tape measure an measure around certain areas - most importantly waist. If my waist is getting smaller but i am…
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June 2013: Squat - 10kg (22lbs) Deadlift - 15kg (33lbs) Bench - 10kg (22lbs) Now: Squat - 72.5kg (159.5lbs) Deadlift - 105kg (231lbs) Bench - 42.5kg (93.5lbs)
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I almost always have makeup + perfume on at the gym. I dont do it FOR the gym - but I definitely work hard!! I am also one of those people that has nice (even though they are cheap) gym clothes on. Doesnt automatically make me one of "those girls", in fact i am training for a powerlifting competition..
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"why not?"
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This study was something i came across while researching belts for myself : - http://gregnuckols.com/2013/12/04/should-you-wear-a-belt-or-not-study-write-up/ "Based on the variables assessed in this study, it seems like one could use it to argue for training with a belt. Wearing a belt allows you to lift more weight, and…
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I have started training for powerlifting and have been using a belt for the past month or so. Benefit of using a belt is obviously lifting more weight, but for me it does more than just that. I can squat & deadlift more with a belt, and therefore put more load on the leg muscles than I could otherwise. But the belt also…
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5'10" 144lbs Started NROLFW and didnt really like it so switched to stronglifts. After a couple of months I joined a strength gym and now have my programming done for me - starting with high reps, then each week dropping reps and increasing weight to work up to a 1rep max. I have put on a few lbs since starting to lift,…
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Deadlifting as a newbie was a great idea for me!! I started low in weights, really worked on form and loved the exercise. When done wrong, yes they can cause injury. But i disagree that people new to lifting shouldnt give them a go - I have build a solid strength base by focusing on Squat, Bench and Deadlift. Stronglifts…
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Definitely start at the weight you can handle. If it was me, i would start stronglifts right away - i lost quite a bit of body fat when i first started the program. In the beginning you can probably also do both for awhile before the weights get really heavy - then you will need the recovery time! If you are going to start…
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I think a lot of people have hit the nail on the head - find something you DO enjoy!! For years I would sporadically exercise, doing cardio (walking, running, elliptical, bikes etc) and would never stick with it as it felt like a chore. My boyfriend convinced me to try lifting about 6 months ago and I haven't looked back!…
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I think for me it's important that a partner take pride in their body and wants to be healthy and fit because it is a big part of my life that i work towards!!
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I second the recommendation for Stronglifts (or Starting strength is very similar). I loved it as my first strength training progression - these do however really require you to have access to barbells
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Twice: - One heavy day & one day of speed deficits after squatting I <3 Deadlifts!!! Favorite lift
