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Re: Bench press
I bench in my garage in my squat rack with the safety bars low enough that I can touch the bar to my chest while my neck and face are safely protected from a drop. I typically do 3 or 4 sets of five …3 -
Re: No soreness
Sure appreciate this discussion. It sounds like soreness might be a negative indicator at least for intermediate lifters. Kind of a signal to back off the intensity and/or workout volume a bit of tha…1 -
Re: Help me. Gaining more fat than muscle.
Just chill and keep going Chloe. Keep getting stronger and do your best at eating healthy with more protein. One step at a time. I find "strength training" more satisfying than bodybuilding…3 -
Re: Reasonable Alternatives to Squats and Deadlifts
Yes, get a belt. I own two (3" deadlifting, 4" for squat). I start putting my belt on for squats/deadlifts of 225 or more. In fact, I bought my wider belt after a back scare from some heavy…3 -
How often do you practice or train your 1 rep maximums (squat, deadlift, bench)?
Maybe because I'm getting older or because a past couple injuries killed my progress- I seem to never get around to training or testing my 1 rep maxes. What's your routine, method, or frequency for t…2