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losing strength
Does anyone know how long it takes to lose strength and/or muscle volume when taking time away from lifting? I'm sorry I've been over-posting lately but I'm getting bad anxiety and starting to obsess about not being able to lift (shoulder injury) I've worked so hard to get my #s where they are and I have a huge fear ill be…
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not a success story....yet
I've been working my a** off (literally) to get the 1st 20lbs off and I'm amazed what a difference it's made! I am so much happier in general and have so much more energy! I just wanted to share how far I've come and will include a pic for comparison, even though it's still pretty embarrassing so please don't judge! I know…
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please help me come up with arm-free workouts!
weightlifting has become a huge part of my life. yesterday I hurt my shoulder pretty bad while squatting (not a form issue I promise) and I can't even handle the pressure of a bra strap today. basically all the lifts I do involve some shoulder involvement or at least holding weights in my hands, which I can't do right now.…
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powerlifting competition
Has anyone done a powerlifting competition? Any opinions/advice? I want to start training for one today to keep me motivated and give me a fun goal to work toward. I've done all the calculations. By the time I drop 30lbs I need to get my squat up by 95lbs, bench by 38lbs, and deadlift by 202lbs (LOL) but I think I can…
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stronglifts 5x5
I've heard so many great things about this program so i started it about 2 weeks ago. I realized today that I hate it. Its completely boring and I feel like my workouts aren't as stimulating as they were when i was doing a 3 day split for 6 days a week. I just don't understand how it's beneficial to stop at 5 reps when I…
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can nutrition affect strength?
this is probably a dumb question but I'm trying to figure out where I went wrong. last wednesday I started my squats at 75lbs and added 10lbs per set, my last set was 115lbs(x10). I had a crazy week and wasnt able to work out again until last night, so 3 days off. during those 3 days I didn't eat nearly enough. yesterday I…
