Psychotext
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Fitness |OT8| Dad Bods, Bulge Swelfies, and Wait...Do you even lift bro?
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Looking great, bud!
Psychotext
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Right, not risking squats today. Need to see if I can get this shit to heal up properly before I go at it again.
So... anyone have any suggestions for exercises targetting my lower back, ass or hamstrings? I do barbell glute bridge already, but I might try it at a higher rep range. Probably wont do romanian deadlifts as I did them the day before yesterday, but anything else is fair game.
So... anyone have any suggestions for exercises targetting my lower back, ass or hamstrings? I do barbell glute bridge already, but I might try it at a higher rep range. Probably wont do romanian deadlifts as I did them the day before yesterday, but anything else is fair game.
Psychotext
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Don't actually know how to do those, and have heard they can properly fuck you up if you get them wrong. Anyone recommend a form guide?
Dead Prince
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velociraptor
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I suspect my deadlift form is pretty terrible and it probably explains why I'm not able to lift too heavy. How do I learn to use my posterior chain and hamstring in the lift instead of your back to pull?
ShadowgeistX
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5fkhcYDBWE
1h41m in is the walkthrough for good mornings.
There's also like 2h15m of squat education courtesy of Greg Nuckols in there as well if you're interested in watching it lol (I'm not sure why but I watched the whole thing when it was uploaded).
Probably building up your hamstrings. I do stiff legged deadlifts as assistance work. Alan Thrall has a good video with Romanian deadlifts.
https://youtu.be/jEy_czb3RKA
In addition to what was posted, start with bar only and go very slow.
Psychotext
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Anyone ever try German Volume Training? Plan to start it today. I need to follow a regular routine for once.
Dead Prince
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Theres a powerlift meet here in July. i will go watch and smell the atmosphere. i am def not ready for it :sadface:
mdsfx
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So I went to the running store per my doc's recommendation for a full analysis. Ugh.
I thought I was flat-footed all my life. One visit to the running store and it turns out that, after checking how my weight is actually distributed through my feet, I actually have high arches, which shows up when my feet strike the ground and flex inward. I ran in a new pair of proper shoes pain-free today. I couldn't freakin believe it.
I've been running in the wrong shoes for a year and a half.
TLDR:
Go to the running store before trying to self-prescribe the right running shoes. You're probably wrong.
I thought I was flat-footed all my life. One visit to the running store and it turns out that, after checking how my weight is actually distributed through my feet, I actually have high arches, which shows up when my feet strike the ground and flex inward. I ran in a new pair of proper shoes pain-free today. I couldn't freakin believe it.
I've been running in the wrong shoes for a year and a half.
TLDR:
Go to the running store before trying to self-prescribe the right running shoes. You're probably wrong.
Psychotext
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DOMS doesn't really mean much in terms of progression / effectiveness. I could give you a leg workout that would literally have you unable to walk the next day, but it wouldn't likely have more effect than any other workout.
Dusk Soldier
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you're definitely ready!
Haha yup. The folks at those stores are insane. You'll end up spending a little more but the shoes feel like clouds because they're tailored to your feet.
You're making me want to race again!
I'm praising the split more than the ache. Just by doing three muscle groups (4 day split) instead of working on everything, I work on my legs twice as much now and haven't skipped it.
Yeah, my cousin (former college football player) suggested it. I'm getting bored with my normal split, so I'm excited to try something new, even if it hurts.
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mdsfx
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My work on chin/pull-up variants continues, now with introductory weighted pull-ups (neutral grip, +12.5 lbs).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI0NZZKxe2U
On a side note, I'm glad the posters here have a different mentality than the ones in the general OT "what annoys you in the gym?" thread. Apparently my outfit is completely inappropriate and I pissed everyone off with my 2-3 minute rest periods.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI0NZZKxe2U
On a side note, I'm glad the posters here have a different mentality than the ones in the general OT "what annoys you in the gym?" thread. Apparently my outfit is completely inappropriate and I pissed everyone off with my 2-3 minute rest periods.
mdsfx
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Whoa, you did those very slowly/controlled. Brutal! Nicely done
ShadowgeistX
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My work on chin/pull-up variants continues, now with introductory weighted pull-ups (neutral grip, +12.5 lbs).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI0NZZKxe2U
On a side note, I'm glad the posters here have a different mentality than the ones in the general OT "what annoys you in the gym?" thread. Apparently my outfit is completely inappropriate and I pissed everyone off with my 2-3 minute rest periods.
lol is that
I always thought you were supposed to hang your weights from the front though? Nice pullups regardless.
nvm it was 15 seconds, sorry.
Finished the yearly winter go-round with 5/3/1 and pushed my three lift total up above 1100 with an embarrassing low amount of that in the squat department. Now time to attack the accumulated pudge.
A friend ran this once, he said it produced decent results but mostly he talked about how absolutely dead he was at the end of the workout.
A friend ran this once, he said it produced decent results but mostly he talked about how absolutely dead he was at the end of the workout.
God Dayumm
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Psychotext
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Nice job. That's pretty much exactly how I do mine. Can't risk all this flailing around like a dead fish, so they have to be 100% controlled.
Arrowgigantic
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My work on chin/pull-up variants continues, now with introductory weighted pull-ups (neutral grip, +12.5 lbs).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI0NZZKxe2U
On a side note, I'm glad the posters here have a different mentality than the ones in the general OT "what annoys you in the gym?" thread. Apparently my outfit is completely inappropriate and I pissed everyone off with my 2-3 minute rest periods.
You are doing awesome.
That thread is a goldmine. Dudes who have never seen a woman before and are too manly to drop their 200 lb. deadlift.
Well as for my update after a month (minus 1 week on which I was sick)
I went up 1.5~2 kgs (around 3.5~4.5 pounds) which is what I was looking for.
I haven't been completely clean on my diet but I have definitely changed my lifestyle, I take a proper breakfast, I eat more and better/cleaner than before, today at the gym it showed that I am attaining size.
strength is kind of bad though, I am struggling with Pull-ups not sure if it's the grip or what. I write down weights and reps now so I'll probably improve there cause every time I go I either up the weight or the reps.
I went up 1.5~2 kgs (around 3.5~4.5 pounds) which is what I was looking for.
I haven't been completely clean on my diet but I have definitely changed my lifestyle, I take a proper breakfast, I eat more and better/cleaner than before, today at the gym it showed that I am attaining size.
strength is kind of bad though, I am struggling with Pull-ups not sure if it's the grip or what. I write down weights and reps now so I'll probably improve there cause every time I go I either up the weight or the reps.
Psychotext
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Ugh, bunch of over sensitive asses in that "annoying shit at the gym" thread. Makes me even more glad I have my own gym.
zswordsman
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Ill do that next time I need a pair. Was it a chain? Or just a regular local running store.
mdsfx
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Holy crap. That thread...
This was actually a chain (Road Runner Sports). Great for getting properly fitted, so long as you can put up with the overly peppy façade. It was seriously tiring.
They will also try to sell you on everything they make (insoles, socks, etc). Their insoles are actually much better feeling than Superfeet and they mold them from your feet, but they also cost twice as much. I ran in every insole they had, waiting to discover that theirs were bad, but they were actually the best.
It'll cost you, but it's totally worth it. $150 shoes + $80 custom insoles = :[
Look at it this way: the next time you can buy the shoes online, knowing what works for you.
Thanks! I'm not actually trying to move slowly, that's just the rate that feels natural and well-controlled. Maybe I can pick up speed as I get stronger.
ShadowgeistX said:
Could be, it's the gym's belt, so I didn't read any instructions and I have basically no experience using one. I just put it on the way that seemed most secure and obvious. Maybe it was wrong, though I doubt hanging from the front vs. back would change the physics of the setup that much.
Yeah, Mr. 15 seconds was the worst one there, but it was surprising how many people complained about 1+ minute rest periods. Ah well, fortunately the early morning crew at my gym is an easy group to get along with.
BumRush said:
Thanks Bum.
Psychotext said:
Same. If I feel my body swinging wildly or have to kip to complete a rep, the set's over for me. I'm no where near advanced enough to need "cheat" reps.
Matthew Gallant said:
Thanks! So many people are annoyed by such petty stuff. sheesh
LiquidMetal14
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Here's my progress of 110lbs in 16months.
Psychotext
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Fucking hell. Nice one.
mdsfx
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That's incredible
Here's my progress of 110lbs in 16months.
Holy shit...good for you!
Here's my progress of 110lbs in 16months.
It's always cool to see how younger someone looks when they lose weight.
Nice work!
LiquidMetal14
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Thanks Bros. I'm not done and have talked 2 cousins and my remaining brother into a diet challenge so I'm going to try to hit 200 before July4th. I'm 223 right now.
I actually want to get to around 190 and see where I'm at then.
Jacksinthe
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Here's my progress of 110lbs in 16months.
Jesus Christ both of you! Amazing job guys!I was looking at old Facebook photos and forgot that my wife and I took a picture after Easter mass in the same spot. Damn I looked like a chubby baby face last year.
LiquidMetal14
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Thumbs up. Went from boy to man so fast lolI was looking at old Facebook photos and forgot that my wife and I took a picture after Easter mass in the same spot. Damn I looked like a chubby baby face last year.
Thank you my good man. I'll end up posting another when I drop this next set of weight.
I was looking at old Facebook photos and forgot that my wife and I took a picture after Easter mass in the same spot. Damn I looked like a chubby baby face last year.
Simply amazing Sean!
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