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My 1st PL Meet
Thanks to the encouragement of new friendships formed in an out of town gym and coaching from @SideSteel I had a blast competing at the Revolution Powerlifting Syndicate's Backyard Bash in Greenville, NC last Saturday. Long back story: Over 3 years ago I lost 48 pounds before my 40th birthday. I started barbell training…
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SLAP and Bankart repair surgery and rehab
To follow up on the end of my Bulk and shoulder surgery thread: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10001675/benjammins-bulk#Item_10 My shoulder had a constant ache and even though I was gaining a little weight and my legs were getting stronger my upper body lifts were not progressing. I went to see an ortho…
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_benjammin's bulk
I can't find my old "12 Weeks w/ SS" thread so I started a new one to document bulking progress. I hate the new forum layout and my phone app (Samsung S4) crashes almost immediately. I hope to get some updated pics this weekend and I'll add old ones in too. Anyway, here's my updated graphs: Weight vs. Calories Rolling 7…
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10 Things Beginner Lifters Need to Know
Nice post by Bret Contreras: http://bretcontreras.com/10-things-beginning-lifters-know/ Cliffs: 1. The Exercises Become Easier Over Time 2. Sweating is Overrated 3. Soreness is Overrated 4. Cardio is Overrated 5. Strength is Underrated 6. Consistency is the Name of the Game 7. Neural Improvements Precede Hypertrophic…
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My 12 Weeks with SideSteel
I feel very fortunate that SideSteel selected me to participate in his online consulting project. During my first meeting with SideSteel he listened to my background and current goals while explaining his background and thoughts for helping me achieve my goals. My goal was purely aesthetic, I wanted to see my abs. Last…
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Form Check
I would appreciate any feedback anyone may offer on my form, thanks. Deadlift 225 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RS6tZWHjIS4 OHP 115 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATwycq9mf90 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wn6hbjbfizw Squat 200 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wz6HhjtJ-ac&list=UUCn_VrkFpL2S_Mcxjtq95lg…
