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*.* 2014 General Fitness Thread *.*
Welcome to 2014! Now get your ass in top physical condition!
No one else started it so here it is! **From the 2013 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. |
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I'm also not sure what those heals are composed of? If it's not a really hard surface like wood, you loose too much kinetic energy to bounce the bottom of the squat like Oly lifting. Quote:
If you can't get a raised heal/hard healed shoe to squat in, flat Converse shoes are your next best option but your squat pattern would more likely be low bar which is a different bar path and likely wider foot position, more powerlifting like. Find out what works for you and go with it. |
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I've always done a low bar/wide stance squat so I guess it's good that I've been going with flat ass shoes.
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Normally Friday is my off day - however I've decided I'm cashing in into the sleep number for the night. 35 thank you.
so yeah; I'm getting up around seven and working out thoroughly in the morning. Please note: you all will be without my expert fitness advice tonight. |
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You guys aren't playing w/ those specialized power shoes. I usually work out in flip-flops.
Jk - actually running shoes. |
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Running shoes are way too soft for squatting or deadlifting. People complain about squats injuring their knees. No, that's the shitty running shoes you are using causing you to not be stable. You can't squat or deadlift properly with running shoes. They should only be left for the treadmill at the gym.
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I'm down to 183 - I want to be full 195 and low body fat. It's just going to take me some time. My lats are where I'm seeing huge results. My stomach looks great too - I just want to be a tad bigger. |
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Squat barefoot!
I use indoor soccer shoes personally. They're flat as **** and not squishy. |
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Copas.
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does Red that ever post anymore or did he get barred or something?
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I'd at least get some cheap/flat converse man. Those work for most people. Don't worry about comparing yourself to anyone. The gym isn't about that. |
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Yeah it's all good - I'll look into something - I know the gym isn't for that - I'm really getting into this - so it's working. I'll get the appropriate apparel soon.
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You're a champ running in that shit.
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I do too. If gym is empty, I'll workout barefoot pretty often. Otherwise I wear the Merrell trail gloves.
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