(Female, 28 years old, 5'6 155#, lifting for about 5 years, 1 year competitively. First back injury.)
Yesterday was my first day back to my Powerlifting routine (Texas Method if it makes a difference) after a week off for a ski trip. Within my first set of squats (after warmups) something ‘not good’ happened to my lower back (first set, 4th rep, 185#). Now what?
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posted by LZel
on Mar 26, 2013 -
19 answers
My dad built a proper pedestal for our new washing machine and dryer. It is 19 inches high. The challenge is getting the washer up onto the pedestal. The washer weighs 232 lbs. It is just the two of us today. I don't want to throw my back out. Neither does he. What equipment or physics tricks can we employ to get this thing up on the pedestal?
posted by jasondigitized
on Feb 17, 2013 -
16 answers
6 months of starting strength. I am following the the program religiously. If it says squat, I squat. If it says eat more protein, I do. My gains have been ok but I have been stagnating a bit lately. I have been at 225 squat for a few weeks now. I am unhappy with the results. I feel like I am much stronger but that I don't appear to be much stronger. It might be that I am getting muscle but it's still under a layer of fat. The composition of my body is changing but not my outward appearance.
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posted by rdurbin
on Aug 22, 2011 -
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How can I increase the intensity of my workout without making it longer? Complications: I can't run, lift, or swim.
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posted by KathrynT
on Jul 7, 2011 -
23 answers
How much do "micro intervals" help with strength training? What can I do to maximize my limited time to lift weights?
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posted by lettuchi
on Apr 7, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm doing Starting strength and I have just begun. Right now my bench press is at 90lbs. What would be a reasonable goal for my bench press by the end of the year?
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posted by josher71
on Oct 12, 2010 -
11 answers
Are people who work out regularly sore all the time? Or does that pass?
posted by smackfu
on Sep 20, 2010 -
22 answers
Am I expecting too much from our (fairly expensive) exercise program? Details within.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 1, 2010 -
5 answers
For a few days every week, I am a mover, and I spent about 12 hours lifting boxes and running up and down stairs. How do I translate these extended workouts into some muscle growth?
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posted by orville sash
on Jul 14, 2010 -
17 answers
I've got a problem fitting in working, exercising and sleeping. Some activities are in the evening, and I eat after, then I can't sleep.
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posted by Not Supplied
on Jul 8, 2010 -
9 answers
I've started lifting weights with protein supplements, and noticed most are very high in cholesterol - 10-15% DV per scoop, and you're supposed to have 6-8 a day. Can someone recommend a supplement that is cholesterol-free?
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posted by lrodman
on May 24, 2010 -
18 answers
Newbie to weightlifting seeks relief from awful muscle soreness. Yes, I'm a wimp. But my soreness is almost to the point where I can't do exercises the following day. I know it goes away in time and with repeated lifting, but if I can't lift the next day, I'll keep repeating the cycle!
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posted by Viola
on Mar 26, 2010 -
24 answers
I'm interested in getting involved with either Olympic-style lifting or martial arts in Chicago. Do any good places for either exist in the city?
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posted by prunes
on Mar 20, 2010 -
6 answers
I've gained a lot of fitness over the last few months. I want to take that fitness and do something useful- I want to do something that's fun and will make me want to work out more, but also have it be a bit of a workout itself. Help!
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posted by pyrom
on Mar 14, 2010 -
22 answers
I'm want to cut back on my weight training, but I'm not sure how best to do it. Is there a good once-a-week casual approach to weight lifting?
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posted by croutonsupafreak
on Dec 29, 2009 -
17 answers
How often should I lift weights? and when I do, how much weight should I lift to achieve my goals?
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posted by miraimatt
on Dec 1, 2009 -
13 answers
Is there training method to add definition to muscles after gaining strength? Or, do I just need to accept my curious frame?
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posted by FuManchu
on Jul 16, 2009 -
22 answers
I need to start working out, but other than my lack of motivation, not having a workout plan is keeping me from starting. How can I solve this? Personal trainer? Websites?
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posted by decrescendo
on Jul 13, 2009 -
36 answers
I work out at home. I'd like to add some free weights to my workout routine, but I don't know where to start.
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posted by misha
on May 20, 2009 -
20 answers
Squatting technique with barbells: I either fall backward or I bend too much forward.
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posted by zeek321
on Feb 13, 2009 -
13 answers
When I do bicep curls, my forearms feel like they're going to snap in two. I suppose I should rest them, but how best to work my upper body without stressing my forearms?
posted by mpls2
on Jan 14, 2009 -
16 answers
I think I'm about ready to move on from Starting Strength and I'm looking for bodybuilding routine.
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posted by ludwig_van
on Nov 12, 2008 -
17 answers
Attention Fitness Gurus and Gurettes: Let's set me straight on about these fitness misconceptions and mysteries. I gotta get in shape!
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posted by Willie0248
on Aug 28, 2008 -
26 answers
How does the ability to lift weight change with significant weight loss? In females?
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posted by acidic
on Aug 5, 2008 -
8 answers
What is a good daily diet for someone looking to get cut? I like routines so I don't care if it's the same for most of the week. In fact I'd rather it be the same so I don't have to really think about it.
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posted by wildrain2008
on May 1, 2008 -
8 answers
I have been training seriously for about 1 month now. I am 28, 5'11" and weigh about 240 (lots of flubber.) I have noticed that I am putting on good amounts of muscle and adding good strength as well (the beginner effect I guess), as well as losing inches of my waist. I am hoping for a little help with my program and supplementation.
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posted by Ezrie
on Mar 31, 2008 -
21 answers
Can you safely hire someone to lift something heavier than you can handle? Or are there safe means out there of moving something heavier than your ability to handle?
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posted by WCityMike
on Jul 5, 2007 -
8 answers
please give me, all your Slang, Colloquial, Street terms for theft, shop lifting, pickpocking, general crime, the taking of property/ ownership, conartisty
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posted by complience
on Jun 6, 2007 -
60 answers
