*.* 2014 General Fitness Thread *.*

[penguinz]

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.

[Omaha]

Originally Posted by luv

Below parallel should go without saying. Otherwise, it's not really a squat.

Holy shit. It looks like the douchebaggery from some of you douchebags is rubbing off on Luv!

[luv]

Originally Posted by Omaha

Holy shit. It looks like the douchebaggery from some of you douchebags is rubbing off on Luv!

Credit for that goes to my PT. I also have a issue with people stacking 45s on the leg press and then not doing a full press or pushing their knees with their hands.

Current squat PR is 165/5. Current leg press PR is 310/5.

[Omaha]

Originally Posted by luv

Credit for that goes to my PT. I also have a issue with people stacking 45s on the leg press and then not doing a full press or pushing their knees with their hands.

Current squat PR is 165/5. Current leg press PR is 310/5.

I'm so proud!

[Bruiser]

Originally Posted by luv

Below parallel should go without saying. Otherwise, it's not really a squat.

Where I lift 90% of people don't squat on the regular. Of the 10% that do I'm probably the deepest squatter going just below parallel. When the other 90% squat we're lucky to see a half squat sometimes.

[Silock]

Originally Posted by luv

Below parallel should go without saying. Otherwise, it's not really a squat.

Actually, going TO parallel is fine. It's staying above parallel that's the problem.

[luv]

Originally Posted by Silock

Actually, going TO parallel is fine. It's staying above parallel that's the problem.

My goal is to get as close to touching my thighs to my calves as possible. Even when I'm unsure about a weight, I always try to go at least parallel.

[ChiefsOne]

Originally Posted by Silock

Actually, going TO parallel is fine. It's staying above parallel that's the problem.

Also depends on what you're calling parallel. There are a few different opinions on that too. Top of thighs with the floor or hamstrings.

[-King-]

Originally Posted by luv

When I first started at the gym and picked a random number out of thin air to make my goal to be at by next year (which would be September of this year), I picked 175 lbs. As of last night, I am 1.2 lbs away from that original goal. Only three months ahead of schedule. Approximately 35 lbs to go to reach my new goal!

Damn. You are just making your help weight your bitch. Congrats.
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[philfree]

Originally Posted by luv

When I first started at the gym and picked a random number out of thin air to make my goal to be at by next year (which would be September of this year), I picked 175 lbs. As of last night, I am 1.2 lbs away from that original goal. Only three months ahead of schedule. Approximately 35 lbs to go to reach my new goal!

That's awesome.

[luv]

Today is "bench day" at the gym. It's also another strength week (low reps). However, I don't have a spotter.

Anyway, I learned a valuable lesson last night. I hadn't had a cheat meal in nearly two weeks, so I had Chinese last night while hanging out with a friend. Fried food. Never eat fried food (period) within an hour of going to bed. Oy. Never. Again.

[tooge]

I've been at it for a month now basically, and I'm down 5 lbs but my shorts are pretty damned loose on me. I'm a belt notch tighter for sure. I've been doing squats on the rack as part of my leg workout that also includes lunges while carrying 35 lb plates in each hand. I don't squat alot. I do three sets of 8-10 with 185 lbs. Just in the past few days, a problem has developed. I've got what I can best describe as a sciatic pain in my lower right "upper glute" that will run down the back and side of my right leg. It hurt so much last night that I had to lay down for an hour on my back on the floor just to make it stop. I do stretch before my workouts, and I do cardio for 30 minutes before lifting, so I think the muscles are nice and warmed up. It feels better today, but it's still there, and I don't want to make it worse. DAmmit!

[Silock]

Go see a doctor.

[tooge]

Originally Posted by Silock

Go see a doctor.

at my age, it's not that uncommon to tweak things here and there and have them get better. I'm going to give it four or five days, and essentially pass on the leg work that involves using my back much. This feels almost more hip related, its that low. If it's not better, i'll go see my chiropractor. If it still doesn't get better, then the doctor. Nothing worse that going to see a doctor with a problem, then next thing you know, it's on your disability insurance as a rider.

[KCUnited]

Originally Posted by tooge

at my age, it's not that uncommon to tweak things here and there and have them get better. I'm going to give it four or five days, and essentially pass on the leg work that involves using my back much. This feels almost more hip related, its that low. If it's not better, i'll go see my chiropractor. If it still doesn't get better, then the doctor. Nothing worse that going to see a doctor with a problem, then next thing you know, it's on your disability insurance as a rider.

I get periodic sciatic pain due to a lack of range of motion from a previous knee injury. Roll your glute on a golf ball and it should loosen it up.

[Omaha]

Originally Posted by tooge

at my age, it's not that uncommon to tweak things here and there and have them get better. I'm going to give it four or five days, and essentially pass on the leg work that involves using my back much. This feels almost more hip related, its that low. If it's not better, i'll go see my chiropractor. If it still doesn't get better, then the doctor. Nothing worse that going to see a doctor with a problem, then next thing you know, it's on your disability insurance as a rider.

Your situation sounds almost exactly like the back/hip situation I had about a year ago. I saw 3 physical therapists & 2 chiropractors & they didn't help me at all. I did some research on my own & found that treatment for hyperlordosis and APT (anterior pelvic tilt) worked incredibly well. I saw huge improvement in about a week and I was at 100% in about 2 weeks by doing a few targeted exercises & foam rolling. PM me if you think that might be your deal. I'll get you the details.