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Just out of curiosity, how much do you squat/deadlift?
I should have known I will be mocked here
Yes, I am not lifting that heavy, so my comment is probably more appropriate for a beginner just trying to stay fit.
I am 50 yrs old, 6' and weight 155+ lbs. Squat 145 lbs (8 reps now) and deadlift 185 lbs (6 reps). I started getting back in shape 8 years ago and it has been a fun challenge. At least by back feels better. I also do a lot of cardio which hinders muscle build-up but that is by design. Was not able to run much 8 years ago, not run a 10K in an hour. Do one hour of cardio every other day.
Yes, I am not lifting that heavy, so my comment is probably more appropriate for a beginner just trying to stay fit.
I am 50 yrs old, 6' and weight 155+ lbs. Squat 145 lbs (8 reps now) and deadlift 185 lbs (6 reps). I started getting back in shape 8 years ago and it has been a fun challenge. At least by back feels better. I also do a lot of cardio which hinders muscle build-up but that is by design. Was not able to run much 8 years ago, not run a 10K in an hour. Do one hour of cardio every other day.
He's not mocking you, he's just trying to understand your position. Your goals shape the way you feel about this. Based on what you shared you don't squat or DL heavy, especially for your body weight. That's not a bad thing, especially if you've improved and addressed a weakness in your back. For others, a belt can be a big help. I've not used one extensively and believe I likely put myself at unnecessary rish in doing so.
Everyone's different. Nobody's mocking you (CSS isn't that kind of poster here). I think he's just trying to understand your position and how that shapes what you said.
He's not mocking you, he's just trying to understand your position. Your goals shape the way you feel about this. Based on what you shared you don't squat or DL heavy, especially for your body weight. That's not a bad thing, especially if you've improved and addressed a weakness in your back. For others, a belt can be a big help. I've not used one extensively and believe I likely put myself at unnecessary rish in doing so.
Everyone's different. Nobody's mocking you (CSS isn't that kind of poster here). I think he's just trying to understand your position and how that shapes what you said.
Pretty much this. I couldn't have said it better myself.
He's not mocking you, he's just trying to understand your position. Your goals shape the way you feel about this. Based on what you shared you don't squat or DL heavy, especially for your body weight. That's not a bad thing, especially if you've improved and addressed a weakness in your back. For others, a belt can be a big help. I've not used one extensively and believe I likely put myself at unnecessary rish in doing so.
Everyone's different. Nobody's mocking you (CSS isn't that kind of poster here). I think he's just trying to understand your position and how that shapes what you said.
I know, that is why I put the smiley face.
After reading the response I had to go and read the posts again and I noticed that he is lifting really heavy, completely different league than what I am trying to do. So my bad for generalizing. What works for me might not be safe/good for someone else.
I am going to try and increase my weights a bit but doing a ton of cardio in between is an issue.
I hit 405 again today on the deadlift, this time with a belt. It felt a lot better than when I reached this level without one. Now it's time to break through this mental barrier and add to that number!
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