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    Squatting.
  • Stronglifts 5x5 - should I change to 3x5 or create my own program?

    Ok, so I've been following stronglifts 5x5 program for the past 8+ weeks.
    Last week I managed to push 5x5 on my squat, with increased weight (low bar, as high bar was killing my lower back)....
  • Handy at times to know your 1 rep max. Just...

    Handy at times to know your 1 rep max.
    Just wondered how to work it out with StrongLifts.
    Will have to google it.
    Thanks again for feedback.

    I will start with the bar.
  • How do you work out your 1 rep max with SL?

    How do you work out your 1 rep max with SL?
  • Researched SL 5x5 and I've decided to get on to...

    Researched SL 5x5 and I've decided to get on to that program asap.
    Many thanks for all your input guys.
    Gonna research 5x5 in depth now before starting.
  • Appreciate feedback. Can you explain, elaborate...

    Appreciate feedback.
    Can you explain, elaborate what SS and SL are plz.
  • Thanks for the feedback. Appreciated. Just to...

    Thanks for the feedback. Appreciated.
    Just to note a mesocycle isn't meant to last a month.
    I train 3 times a week on average. A mesocycle for me can last 5 to 6 weeks, with the odd injury or doms....
  • I've been following Wendlers 531 plan for the...

    I've been following Wendlers 531 plan for the past 7 months.
    3 day training weeks. Normally I take a week off after each mesocycle.
  • Before/After after 7-month 1-rep maxes... ...

    Before/After after 7-month 1-rep maxes...

    Squat: 80kg (176lbs) --- 102kg (225lbs)
    Bench: 78kg (172lbs) --- 93kg (205lbs)
    Deadlift: 106kg (234lbs) --- 122kg (269lbs)
    Sitting O/H Press: 45kg...
  • Average or slow progress so far? Feedback appreciated

    Hi all,

    I've been on a specific strength building program, for 7 months now.
    Just wondered how this natural progress seems so far: slow or average.

    in 7 months I've added to my 1-rep max:
    ...
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    Ok, it's been a while, but thought I'd update...

    Ok, it's been a while, but thought I'd update this thread nevertheless...
    I've since purchased a proper weight lifting belt. 4inch wide, 10mm thick.
    Boy oh boy what a difference! The pressure the...
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    Ok, it's been a while, but thought I'd update...

    Ok, it's been a while, but thought I'd update this thread nevertheless...
    I've since purchased a proper weight lifting belt. 4inch wide, 10mm thick.
    Boy oh boy what a difference! The pressure the...
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    "As for gear, the two biggest things that people...

    "As for gear, the two biggest things that people need (other than gym equipment) are a belt and a good pair of squat shoes. Don’t skimp on either of these things; they may be expensive but they’ll...
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    Correction: Wendler states to wear a belt when...

    Correction: Wendler states to wear a belt when you feel you need to.

    He also states Rep Maxes (I'm guessing more so the 95%) won't have perfect form.
    But as long as you're not doing anything...
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    I don't have the book. Just done a load of...

    I don't have the book. Just done a load of research etc online.
    Following the program and nearing the end of my third mesocycle.
    Pen on paper results so far with increased lifts etc
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    So in answer to my question, where you asked...

    So in answer to my question, where you asked another question,
    I think I've found my answer...

    which is: Don't wear a belt...
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    Must of missed it. Researching again now....

    Must of missed it.
    Researching again now.
    Thanks.
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    To use a belt or not???????

    I'm on a strength building program and am wondering whether or not to use a belt?
    I've read all the posts, the threads, and even websites...

    Is it worth using ones for deadlifting 85%> of my 1...
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    Haven't read all of the above, so not sure if...

    Haven't read all of the above, so not sure if it's already been written.
    Check out 'Wendlers 5/3/1'. I'm currently on it for strength.
    It's slow and gradual. Probably best for you to find your...
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    Ensure you're getting enough protein daily. Get...

    Ensure you're getting enough protein daily.
    Get your healthy carbs and fats in there too.

    Focus on building strength and muscle mass now.
    Look to increase weight lifted, steadily and...
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