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@fothers365 The blog looks interesting; I'll take a look through it as well! Thanks!!! @canadianlbs--sorry you had a bad day yesterday. Glad to see you back at lifting. I am taking a similar approach with my deadlifts--don't want to hurt my back! Warmup Bike 5 minutes 3rd world squat 5x8 Todays lifts: Squat 5x5 87.5 lbs…

Yep, I do that all the time with the kick boxing type workouts. I guess that's why I don't like them so much. I also feel like a geek flailing around...Glad I workout at home in my basement :-)

When running or other workouts I generally tie my key into my shoelaces. Double tie and secure for the entire run!

I've been playing around with the thumbless grip. It seems to hurt the tendons etc around the "meaty" part of my thumb. I guess I need to keep trying different positions...Thanks!

If possible, purchase sawhorse with adjustable legs. They make it easier to adjust for different exercises and users.

Opening a door to walk through and then having someone else quickly walk through [from the opposite direction] before you can get through it and then them saying "Thank You" like you opened the door especially for them... Not so bad except when there are two doors-one for each direction...

@Autumnfilly2005 So sorry about your uncle. My condolences to you and your family. I've been lifting since November and it definitely take a bit of time to develop a rhythm as it were and to become confident of one's form. When I first started I watched all of the videos I could (and continue to do so). If you are able,…

I'm getting so tired of all this snow. Hurry up Spring! This morning's workout: Squat 5x5 85 Bench 5x6 65 Row 5x5 82.5 Everything is up!! I had oatmeal and dates for pre-lifting meal. Heavy carbs seemed to have helped. I am going to try the same on Friday to see it it helps my OHP!! third world squat 5x8 Standing Calf…

Yes you should count them just like everything else...and...Yes, you should also weigh them to have a more accurate calorie count. Some apples are huge and much more than 60-80 calories!

Okay, time to set some new goals! 1) Increase in OHP. Currently is 45 lbs. Would like to go up to at least 55 by the end of the month. We'll see! 2) Steadily increase in other goals; no specific weights as these seem to be going okay for now. 3) Lose 2-3 pounds. 4) Start doing some regular stretching routine. Was thinking…

And @Dawn: I love deadlifts too!! It makes me feel like a bad*** 50-something ;-) Today's workout: 5 minute biking warmup third world squat 5x8 Squat 5x5 82.5 OHP 5x6 45 Deadlift 1x5 120 Accessories Biceps Curl 3x10 35 Triceps Extension 3x10 15 tricep kickback 3x10 16 Convict Conditioning Step 2 Horizontal Pull 3x15 In…

Yup...we use it in our garden too!!

^^^Agreed! Try a classic weight lifting program such as Strong Lifts, Starting Strength, AllPro Beginners, or Ice Cream Fitness. A progressive program with whole body compound lifts [such as those listed above] combined with sensible eating strategy will be your best way forward.

Okay, it's a new month and time to check in! I'm fairly pleased with my stats this month. The %BF change really surprised me. I don't think any of the numbers are accurate but am glad the trend is down. I am going to try and find a centre to do a Dexa Scan this year. Hips are decreasing slightly, upper body is slightly…

Sorry I missed that! I've been looking at so many form videos etc I kind of forget what I've seen where. Thanks! I'm going to play around with this a bit...:-)

@Crabada - I just came across this video on bar placement and grip: https://youtube.com/watch?v=g2tyOLvArw0 I have the bar placement correct but have been hooking my thumb around the bar. Is everyone else using the thumbless grip? In my mind this might provide more of an opportunity for the bar to slip down. I'll practice…

Sorry about your toe. Hopefully it will heal quickly. How about trying some seated upper body routines? It's not the same as what you have been doing but maybe it will help to stem the loss of muscle...

Congratulations! I hope you have a lovely day!

That is a great question! In for knowledge. I'm much older (soon to be 51) but also want to eat "as much as I can" and maintain a reasonable weight. Currently I am at 1700 cals per day on lifting days and try to stay under by 200-300 cals on non-lifting days. I am losing slowly. I would like to eat 2000 calories a day and…

Okay, lost again--I'll try later... ETA: Squat 5x7 80 Press 5x6 62.5 Row 5x5 80 Standing Calf Raises 3x5 50 Convict Conditioning Step 2 Horizontal Pulls 3x15 Convict Conditioning Squats Step 6: Close Squats 2x15 Yesterday: Convict Conditioning Pushups Step 1: Wall Pushups 2x25 Convict Conditioning Iron Spine Step 1: Short…

Lost my post :-( @katro Happy Birthday!

Such fantastic weights everyone! I love coming here for two reasons: 1) Sharing tips etc 2) Comic relief You all are awesome ... @katro Happy Birthday!

I've made a decision to keep my OHP at 45 lbs until I can bust out 5 sets of 10 reps. The hip bounce helped but my upper body strength is just not there yet... This morning: Squat 5x6 80 lbs OHP 3x5 50 OHP 2x5 45 Deadlift 1x5 120 Standing Calf Raises 5 5 50 Convict Conditioning Step 2 Horizontal Pulls 5x8 I think I am…

Busy day at work yesterday; forgot to post my workout. Barbell Row, Bent-over 5 5 75 Standing Biceps Curl, Dumbell 3 10 35 Standing Calf Raises 5 10 50 Squat 5 8 75 Triceps Extension 3 10 15 Bench Press, Barbell 5 5 62.5 tricep kickback 3 10 16 Convict Conditioning Step 2 Horizontal Pulls 5 8 Convict Conditioning Squats…

Check this out for body weight squats: https://youtube.com/watch?v=dPEFsGm9NKE

Yes bike riding is an excellent form of exercise. So is weight lifting. I do both. Massive calorie burns are possible with bike riding if you put in the time in the saddle. Take a look at biker's physiques. Leg muscles made of steel! Both weight lifting and biking are activities you can continue in no matter your age. And…

@AbsoluteTara79 I've been watching the Convict Conditioning series for squats: https://youtube.com/watch?v=dPEFsGm9NKE It's a bit long but I am almost through it. He gives alot of good pointer through the entire video. I was going to skip the early progressions but was glad that I didn't.

I bought my squat stand just for this reason. I knew I could squat heavier but just didn't feel confident that I could lift over and back without injury... I hope you recover soon!

Thanks very much!!

If you put in half the time lifting that you put in making calculations and scheming you would have gained much more than a few pounds in your bench press. During the time that this thread has been going on (since Jan 9th) I have gained 7.5 pounds in my bench. Maybe it's not as stellar as some of the other people on here…