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Had to deload a bit today. I am working on hip flexibility for proper form on squats and my hips and lower back are sore... Todays workout: Squats 5x5 @ 60 lbs (deload). Press 5x5 @ 45 (deload) Deadlift 1x5 @ 90 (deload) Bicep curl 5x8 @ 30 lbs Tricep kickback 5x8 @ 16 lbs Tricep extension 5x8 @ 15 lbs Third World Squat…
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I unsubscribed on day 2 as well!!!
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I had a similar pain, xrays showed arthritis about 4-5 years ago. Tried some of the deep muscle massage, stretching, and other recommendations to no avail. I have been lifting off and on for about a year, started SL 5x5 back in November no problems. We recently got new chairs and I have noticed that since I have not been…
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Costco has some really good options. I recently tried Dave's killer 21 grain bread. It's really nice! Edited to add: Doubtful that bread, even white bread, is killing you. Unless you are gluten intolerant/celiac or diabetic and consuming far too much of it.
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You might try different grips with the bicep curls ie hammer curls or Zottman curls to progress in weights. Your plank at 35 seconds is good to start with. Last year I followed a progression over one month and eventually got up to 5 minutes. It's hard when you first start but it does gradually get easier. One more thing…
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Here goes. As you will see I am definitely a pear!! Neck: 12 Underarm: 32.5 Bust: 35.5 Rib cage (just below bra): 30.5 Bicep (R): 11 Waist (at narrowest point): 29 Waist (at belly button): 33 Hips: 43.5 Thigh (R): 25 Calf (R): 14.75 Total inches Total inches lost / gained Weight 145.8 Body Fat % 28 (Estimated; upper body…
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@canadian--I am going to start doing Joe Defranco's Limber 11 youtu.be/FSSDLDhbacc to help with my hip flexibility for squats. Some of these routines might help your groin pull thing. Todays workout: Squats 5x5 @ 67.5 lbs (better form; lowering the bar slightly decreased my forward lean). Bench 5x5 @ 52.5 Row 5x5 @ 52.5…
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Goals for 2015: Continue SL 5x5 3 days per week Deadlift bodyweight (145ish) Squat bodyweight Progressively increase other lifts as much as possible Cardio at least 3 days a week Increase flexibility with yoga/pilates/etc to improve form with lifts Do [at least] one pullup Decrease %BF then possibly try to gain more muscle…
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Excellent! I tried the squat as directed in the article and nearly fell over backwards on my first attempt. This will also be added into my daily routine!! Thank you!
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I've been steadily increasing my weights and working on form. I got some feedback about my squat--I have a forward lean and hip flexibility doesn't all me to go to parallel. I have received some suggestions and will work on that. For anyone who is interested or would like to comment my squat can be seen here:…
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Thanks @_benjammin for taking the time to give me such thorough feedback. I had noticed on my video that I had a forward lean too. I know the weight isn't too heavy for me but proper form is so important. Definitely do not want to risk injury. Sitting like a catcher doesn't come easily for me, and I don't get very low to…
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Another form check for squats here. This is the first time recording myself. Squats at 67.5 lbs. I could probably go lower but hip flexibility might be an issue. Thanks in advance for your help! youtu.be/ckIBVXv-FgY
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@katro: IHOP day made me smile. Good memories :-) Awesome 100 lb squats canadianlbs!!!
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That is so awesome Crabada! Everyone is finishing out the year STRONG!!! My final session for 2014: Squats 5x5 @ 65 lbs Press 5x5 @ 47.5 lbs Deadlift 1x5 @ 100 lbs I repeated the deadlift weight since it felt kind of too heavy at 110 when I started to lift it. I have had back problems in the past--don't want to go through…
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If I would have know how great strength training is and what it could do form my body I would have started a long time ago! Getting proper form down is so important. When I first started I watched as many youtube videos on proper form that I could find. I still watch them to make sure I continue good form as I increase the…
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Current weight: 145 lbs Goal Weight: 138 lbs
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I posted this once and it disappeared! Squat 5x5 @ 62 lbs Press 5x5 @ 50 lbs Row 5x5 @ 50 lbs Accessory lifts Bicep curls 3x10 @ 30 lbs Tricep kickbacks 3x10 @ 16 lbs Tricep extensions 3x10 @ 15 lbs Chinup Walk the Plank 5x8 The new squat rack definitely makes bench press much easier. I guess I am not wasting effort in…
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Biking is wonderful fun and a great way to stay fit! Unlike running, it is something you can do for hours on end (once you build up endurance) and for the rest of your life! A note though regarding listening to music while you ride: Depending on the state you live in you may only be able to wear one earbud; some states…
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I'm so excited! I just finished my first workout using the squat stands and they are awesome!! I think they will be fine for pullups (when I finally am able to do one :wink: ) Here's a pic of my setup. Please disregard the surrounding mess--our basement is unfinished and more of a storage warehouse come home gym than…
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My first workout using my new Squat stands. Awesome fun!!! Squats: 5 x 5 @ 60---I'm going to start to fly increasing my weights with my squats now!!!! Press: 5 x 5 @ 50 Deadlift: 1 x 5 @ 100 Bicep Curls: 5 x 5 @ 30 Tricep Kickbacks: 5 x 7 @ 16 Tricep Extension: 5 x 7 @ 15 Chinup Walk the Plank: 5 x 8 On my way to doing my…
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My Goals for this challenge/year: 1. Log every day 2. Stick with SL 5 x 5 3. Cardio at least 2x per week 4. Start pull up progression (aim to do my first ever in my life pull up some time this year!)
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Biking is my favorite but outside. During the long Canadian Winter it's treadmill and stationary cycling. I am trying not to do as much cardio now as I am getting my lifting schedule and progress established. Come Spring though I will be back out on my bike :-)
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I just started adding in some bicep/tricep work. DOMs big time on the triceps. For such a small muscle it can be remarkably painful...
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Don't know how I ever missed this thread. I haven't laughed so hard in a long time! Thanks :-)
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Busy day today! I got my lift in this morning but almost forgot to post here. Hope you are feeling better soon Krokador. You all are doing awesome! Happy holidays to everyone :-) Squats 5 x 6 @ 55 Bench 5 x 5 @ 45 Row 5 x 5 @45 Bicep Curl 5 x 5 @ 30 Tricep Extension 5 x 5 @ 15 Tricep Kickback 5 x 5 @ 10 I am looking…
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So, I ordered the stands yesterday afternoon. I was bummed because they were supposed to be delivered on January 6th (after my holidays). Lo and behold, they were just delivered this morning at 10:00. I am going to try to get them set up in between all of my holiday baking. I guess Santa came early!
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@Fittreelol: The stand will go in my unfinished basement. I would love to get a cage but the ceiling height is too low.
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Hi Leadfoot_Lewis. Thanks for the feedback. I was doubtful of the pull ups too--but did see a 170 lb man using the BD-9. The video is here: https://youtube.com/watch?v=qdwv2kzVmvw The stand wobbles a bit but holds. I am about 145ish. I'll be very cautious when trying it. I've never done a pull up in my life so I will be…
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Squats 5 x 6 @ 55 OHP 5 x 6 @ 50 Deadlift 1 x 5 @ 100 (yay!!!) I am now over the 200 lb mark with my weights!! The deadlift felt heavy, but good form. I might slow down to 5 pound increases instead of 10. I also did two fitness blender workouts: cardio kickboxing and upper body workout. I always feel so stupid doing the…
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I would say that you should aim to hit a minimum of ~45 grams of fat per day. Fat is essential to ensure sufficient absorption of fat soluble vitamins, cellular membrane synthesis, hormones, and other intracellular signalling molecules. Once you hit your protein and fat macros, make up the difference in carbs.
