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weight plates under heel for squats?
Hi y'all. First off, I am not new to working out. I've been a runner and "done weights" most of my life. However I did just recently start the Stronglift 5x5 program with a friend...about 2 months ago. I am a 36 year old woman, not trying to lose weight, just trying to lift heavier and get stronger. OK background is out of…
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Weak Grip?
I am wondering if anyone has any advice for me..today I did (well attempted to do) the 135lb deadlift. I ended up having to drop back down to 125 not because of my hamstrings but because of my weak grip. I had gloves and thought that would help, but once I picked up the 135lb, my grip was just not gonna hold it. Should I…
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Starting 5x5 and training for a half?
Hi everyone, I'm not new to MFP or lifting, but new to Stronglifts. I am supposed to be doing a half (also not new to running, this will be my 5th half). I am wondering if you think it would be ok for me to start both programs at the same time (starting stronglifts and starting my running training). I'm thinking a typical…
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is this too much?
Hi everyone! I am 5'6" and 137. I just want to lose about 8 lbs, so I have set MFP to only lose "1/2 lb per week." This gives me about 1510 calories in a day. However, I also work out quite a bit and according to my heart rate monitor I burn around 600 calories per workout (5 times a week). So, if I am following the advice…
