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**penguinz** · 07:38 AM

Welcome to 2012! Now get your ass in top physical condition!

**From the 2011 Thread**

If you want to get back into lifting, or need a new lifting routine, START HERE:

http://startingstrength.wikia.com/wi...inner_Programs

If you have questions about the SS programs, look here:

http://startingstrength.wikia.com/wiki/FAQ

Keep in mind that you're a novice lifter for a longer period of time than you think you are. Novice lifting can last anywhere from a few months to a year or two, depending on how hard you hit the weights and where you started.

Once you've reached the point where you don't make regular progress on the SS program, you are ready to move on to the intermediate stage, which can last you for a good number of years. Find it HERE:

http://madcow.hostzi.com/5x5_Program/Linear_5x5.htm

If you're a very advanced lifter (many, many years of CONSISTENT weight training), then there are lot of programs out there, and which one you pick is simply a matter of preference. If you're really that advanced, you should know what works for you and what doesn't by this point.

**lewdog** · 05-09-2012, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chiefs2012

i've just always used the pad...i'll squat without it next time

Yea I am not trying to be a dick but you honestly can get the bar in a better position without it. It will feel like it is bruising you the first few times but after that you won't notice it. Let me know how it goes. I like anyone who knows how to squat, bench and dead, no matter what weights you are working with. Glad to see you doing the main lifts, man.

chiefs2012 · 05-11-2012, 02:21 PM

squatted without the pad today, felt pretty good although i had a red barbell line mark across my shoulders/traps when i was finished.

DBOSHO · 05-11-2012, 02:24 PM

I think ive plateaud in the chest. None of my lifts are increasing. Help?

Marcellus · 05-11-2012, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DBOSHO

I think ive plateaud in the chest. None of my lifts are increasing. Help?

Oldie but a goodie, worked for me every single time I did it. Its an old Muscle Media routine.

http://www.timinvermont.com/fitness/benchpgm.htm

chiefs2012 · 05-11-2012, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DBOSHO

I think ive plateaud in the chest. None of my lifts are increasing. Help?

eat more

Silock · 05-11-2012, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chiefs2012

eat more

Cant always eat your way to muscles. Otherwise no one would ever need roids.

chiefs2012 · 05-11-2012, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silock

Cant always eat your way to muscles. Otherwise no one would ever need roids.

my advice would be eat more, if he doesn't gain change his routine. (good ones in OP)

chiefs2012 · 05-13-2012, 11:56 AM

**lewdog** · 05-25-2012, 10:53 AM

Anyone have any suggestions on where/what belt to get? I have used a 4" valeo, thin profile belt that provides support without cutting off all movement. However, the velcro on this belt last just a bit over a year. It no longer stays closed once I get up to near max weights.

I wouldn't mind a thin leather belt but those are hard to find. All I see are the huge, thick powerlifting belts.

Aspengc8 · 05-25-2012, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lewdog

Anyone have any suggestions on where/what belt to get? I have used a 4" valeo, thin profile belt that provides support without cutting off all movement. However, the velcro on this belt last just a bit over a year. It no longer stays closed once I get up to near max weights.

I wouldn't mind a thin leather belt but those are hard to find. All I see are the huge, thick powerlifting belts.

Check out http://www.prowriststraps.com/weight...t_workout_belt or elitefts.com

I used that same valeo and honestly would stay away from velcro. Yeah, it feels more comfortable than the notched belts, but if it busts open mid lift your screwed.

**lewdog** · 05-25-2012, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aspengc8

Check out http://www.prowriststraps.com/weight...t_workout_belt or elitefts.com

I used that same valeo and honestly would stay away from velcro. Yeah, it feels more comfortable than the notched belts, but if it busts open mid lift your screwed.

Dude that is the perfect link. I see some 4" wide leather belts that would work perfect. Low profile but enough support for squats and deads but not sacrificing depth on squats.

Thanks man.

CHENZ A! · 05-25-2012, 03:36 PM

Was feeling tightness in my neck and back all day yesterday. Felt like I just slept on it wrong or something. Middle of my first set last night, I get shooting pain in my neck and back of my head, followed by a horrible headache. Gonna shut it down at least until after the holiday. My body could really use a rest, and since i have no games or anything this weekend, I guess I'll take advantage. Anyone ever have something similar?

Silock · 06-09-2012, 11:38 PM

Did the mile relay race today.

My 1.1 mile time was 5:30. Not bad. Not the fastest, though, which was around 5:18 or so.

keg in kc · 06-10-2012, 01:14 AM

Doing pretty well on my bike. Had a wreck about a month ago that resulted in missing a week and a half while the front wheel was replaced, but I think the break was actually good, and the end result is that last week's rides were my three best to date. Monday was my longest ride of the year, albeit a bit slower than usual since I was exploring a new trail, 27.8 miles in 1:56:10 (14.3 mph). Wednesday was by far my fastest ride to date, 14.9 miles in 56:34 (15.8 - prior best 15.4). And Friday I split the difference, going 25.7 miles in 1:39:49 (15.4).

Come a long way from last year. I'm consistently covering a lot more trial in a lot less time, and my legs have become much stronger.

keg in kc · 06-10-2012, 08:09 AM

Get to add one more to that. Just rode 30.88 miles in 2:02. Including adding some hills in to make the ride more difficult.

01-02-2012, 12:56 PM
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05-11-2012, 02:21 PM	#542
chiefs2012 Banned Join Date: Jan 2012 Casino cash: $10004900	squatted without the pad today, felt pretty good although i had a red barbell line mark across my shoulders/traps when i was finished.
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DBOSHO trap champ Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $10004900	I think ive plateaud in the chest. None of my lifts are increasing. Help? __________________ Orginator of the group repost
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05-13-2012, 11:56 AM	#548
chiefs2012 Banned Join Date: Jan 2012 Casino cash: $10004900	bump
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05-25-2012, 10:53 AM	#549
lewdog Mod Team Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Valley of the hot as **** Casino cash: $-1398100	Anyone have any suggestions on where/what belt to get? I have used a 4" valeo, thin profile belt that provides support without cutting off all movement. However, the velcro on this belt last just a bit over a year. It no longer stays closed once I get up to near max weights. I wouldn't mind a thin leather belt but those are hard to find. All I see are the huge, thick powerlifting belts.
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05-25-2012, 03:36 PM	#552
CHENZ A! pimping hoes + clocking a grip Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: KCMO Casino cash: $9977569	Was feeling tightness in my neck and back all day yesterday. Felt like I just slept on it wrong or something. Middle of my first set last night, I get shooting pain in my neck and back of my head, followed by a horrible headache. Gonna shut it down at least until after the holiday. My body could really use a rest, and since i have no games or anything this weekend, I guess I'll take advantage. Anyone ever have something similar?
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06-09-2012, 11:38 PM	#553
Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	Did the mile relay race today. My 1.1 mile time was 5:30. Not bad. Not the fastest, though, which was around 5:18 or so.
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06-10-2012, 01:14 AM	#554
keg in kc oxymoron Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: OP/KC/Whatever Casino cash: $9556299	Doing pretty well on my bike. Had a wreck about a month ago that resulted in missing a week and a half while the front wheel was replaced, but I think the break was actually good, and the end result is that last week's rides were my three best to date. Monday was my longest ride of the year, albeit a bit slower than usual since I was exploring a new trail, 27.8 miles in 1:56:10 (14.3 mph). Wednesday was by far my fastest ride to date, 14.9 miles in 56:34 (15.8 - prior best 15.4). And Friday I split the difference, going 25.7 miles in 1:39:49 (15.4). Come a long way from last year. I'm consistently covering a lot more trial in a lot less time, and my legs have become much stronger.
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06-10-2012, 08:09 AM	#555
keg in kc oxymoron Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: OP/KC/Whatever Casino cash: $9556299	Get to add one more to that. Just rode 30.88 miles in 2:02. Including adding some hills in to make the ride more difficult.
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