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Need to replace squats
I have a big long story but I'll spare you :# Does anyone replace their squats with something else? I tried the seated leg press but it didn't feel like it was doing much....any ideas? I don't want to stop the program, but squats are so integral that I am not sure what to do instead. Thanks! :)
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Stuck
Hi! First time poster and a SL5X5 newbie :) So I have been doing SL for about 3 weeks total (I had to take a week off for a trip). I started well below the rec weight for my bench press and OHP because I have no upper body strength. I have been progressing nicely with my BP, but I cannot get past 30lbs for my OHP. I have…
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2 Questions
Hello, I have 2 questions that are semi-related. I am up to squatting 105lbs, which I am really excited about. However, I notice my hips are hurting as I squat down. This is new. My husband and a trainer checked my form and said everything looks good so I am unsure what else I can do? Is this something accessory work would…
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Is my trainer wrong?
I started Stronglifts today and I am working with a trainer just to make sure my form is right. Let me start by saying this guy is really against me doing Stronglifts. I am by no means strong but I have some minimal strength training experience, and a reasonable outlook on my goals, plus I feel like I have learned a lot by…
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Runners--tell me a "bad run" story and a "good run" story.
I am getting back into running after taking a "break" (I didn't run regularly for about 8 mos but would run at least once a month in that time). My time has suffered, my knees are suffering, and I am having a hard time remembering why I enjoy it--and I usually really do! I signed up for a 1/2 to give me something to look…
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Anyone have success following Fitbit exactly?
Hello all! I have a question about my Fitbit calories. I usually eat around 1500 calories, without eating my exercise cals back unless I had a REALLY hard workout or I am just hungry and feel like my body needs some extra fuel. I was thinking about changing up my calories to match Fitbit--so instead of exactly eating…
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Need motivation for squats!
I am trying to start a squat challenge and wake up a leeeetle early every day to get some squats in for a better butt. At the risk of sounding pervy, anyone have before/after butt shots they can attribute to dedicated squats? My butt had always been flat--now with my weight loss it is smaller, but still flat. I need the…
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Help me figure my activity level!
I opened my diary so you can critique as needed. I started MFP in the beginning of January. I started out eating 1200 cals (per MFP) and after reading forums quickly realized that wasn't the best way to go. I calcuIated my TDEE-20%, upped to about 1580 based on sedentary and didn't eat back exercise calories....after…
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Outdoor winter runners
What do you wear to run in the winter? The treadmill is just too boring to run on so I might try to head outside. I live in PA and I would consider running at 30 degrees and above. Thanks!
