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I know no one will ever read this because it's so low on the list, but i just wanted to write mine up.
BBW/Mark
age-20
height-5'10
weight-120
I'm not weak, just thin. I used to be able to run 6 miles, but then my apendix ruptured, and i spent 33 days out of 3 monthes in the hospital. (i didn't figure out it ruptured for 5 days, then i had complications.)
Anyway, now i can barely run 2. It's kind of sad. It's really hard for me to start this up again. I also work at 6am, so i'm in bed pretty early, so i don't know when to run or lift or anything.
I don't really have goals, i just want to be able to run if i need to.
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On September 05 2011 11:38 BBWsuperstar wrote:
I know no one will ever read this because it's so low on the list, but i just wanted to write mine up.
BBW/Mark
age-20
height-5'10
weight-120
I'm not weak, just thin. I used to be able to run 6 miles, but then my apendix ruptured, and i spent 33 days out of 3 monthes in the hospital. (i didn't figure out it ruptured for 5 days, then i had complications.)
Anyway, now i can barely run 2. It's kind of sad. It's really hard for me to start this up again. I also work at 6am, so i'm in bed pretty early, so i don't know when to run or lift or anything.
I don't really have goals, i just want to be able to run if i need to.
Wow. That's really thin.
In one sense, I figure it's no good telling people who come here for running or whatnot to lift.
But I came into the thread fairly debilitated, and lifting has been immensely helpful. Running and everything. Went from 2 to 4.5 miles with very little running involved lol.
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infinity21
Canada6683 Posts
Had 1 meal today. 1lb wings, a large poutine, and a pint of beer. Definitely over 2k calories.
Intermittent fasting ftw? lmao
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On September 05 2011 11:36 phyre112 wrote:
Thanks dimsum, helps to have examples. I'll post videos in a bit - i've only tried jerks once so far, so I would like to practice a touch first.
np, if thats your first time, I wouldnt even use the bar. Practice splitting with your feet without anything first. Front leg should have at least the shin perpendicular to the floor. Back leg can be either bent or straight, this is a preference I think. You have to figure this out yourself.
The toes should be pointed inward. (see below picture) This will keep you balanced.
![[image loading]](http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/1971/loltt.png)
This would be for a left handed person, since usually they will have their right foot out first..
@bbw, when do you get off work? surely you would have a little time for yourself!
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thedeadhaji
39489 Posts
On September 05 2011 11:29 AoN.DimSum wrote:I have trouble dipping and driving straight up. It has been getting better so my jerk has been improving a lot. I am starting to squat jerk again too lol. I have a tendency to move my feet too wide when I power jerk heavy, so I am forcing myself to drop lower instead of spreading my legs too far apart. Heres my teammate: 69kg lifter http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=276520612362754
so sick...
in other news, I reset all my lifts after being sick for 10 days, form is better for everything now with full motion (i think).
Still no 6pack though!
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^^
For reference I have what could be vaguely construed as a six pack.
it's a sign I"m not eating enough >.>
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On September 05 2011 13:09 thedeadhaji wrote:Show nested quote +On September 05 2011 11:29 AoN.DimSum wrote:I have trouble dipping and driving straight up. It has been getting better so my jerk has been improving a lot. I am starting to squat jerk again too lol. I have a tendency to move my feet too wide when I power jerk heavy, so I am forcing myself to drop lower instead of spreading my legs too far apart. Heres my teammate: 69kg lifter http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=276520612362754 so sick... in other news, I reset all my lifts after being sick for 10 days, form is better for everything now with full motion (i think). Still no 6pack though!
O god (nvm link doesnt work)
115 POWER CLEAN AND JERK LOL
he was only doing 110 clean and jerk about 2 months ago!!!!
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thedeadhaji
39489 Posts
^ looks like we dont have permission
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ah sorry, it was the same guy doing a easy 115 power clean and jerk.
I will be training with him tomorrow so hopefully ill get some videos. 
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On September 05 2011 10:00 Advocado wrote:
Speaking of zyzz, has anyone tried his routine? Looks pretty insane. I'm getting kinda tired of being SS and not making any progress.
From what I've learned recently from Lyle's articles, I'd say that the problem with his routine is that it doesn't train the same muscles twice a week.
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/muscle-gain/training-frequency-for-mass-gains.html
I recently switched to a modification of Lyle's bulking routine (a bit like glurio's routine), which has two workouts for upper and lower body per week.
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@dimsum, I had permission for the last video... he must have just changed it.
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btw guys, we finally got our own forum, so post in it!!
MOD EDIT pssssht
maybe add it to the op, eshlow
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On September 05 2011 11:49 AoN.DimSum wrote:Show nested quote +On September 05 2011 11:36 phyre112 wrote:
Thanks dimsum, helps to have examples. I'll post videos in a bit - i've only tried jerks once so far, so I would like to practice a touch first. np, if thats your first time, I wouldnt even use the bar. Practice splitting with your feet without anything first. Front leg should have at least the shin perpendicular to the floor. Back leg can be either bent or straight, this is a preference I think. You have to figure this out yourself. The toes should be pointed inward. (see below picture) This will keep you balanced. + Show Spoiler +T his would be for a left handed person, since usually they will have their right foot out first..@bbw, when do you get off work? surely you would have a little time for yourself!
hm, is there a reason for this? i'm right-handed but i never though about putting the left foot out first... right seemed just more natural to me. maybe I should try it with the left foot out
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On September 05 2011 16:28 Zafrumi wrote:
btw guys, we finally got our own forum, so post in it!!
maybe add it to the op, eshlow
How the heck can you even navigate to it?
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Zurich15365 Posts
On September 05 2011 16:57 Resent wrote:Show nested quote +On September 05 2011 16:28 Zafrumi wrote:
btw guys, we finally got our own forum, so post in it!!
maybe add it to the op, eshlow How the heck can you even navigate to it?
You don't, as it is not supposed to be public yet. Needs some more work on the guides and stickies. I'll publish it as soon as its done don't worry.
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oops sorry 
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was going for 2x72.5kg c&j today and missed the second jerk after a very sloppy clean  (
but then I murdered 110kg squat (5-5-5)! getting closer to my old PB
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Two things started to worry me today(no training, just eating+squats theory)
Firstly, i eat in the morning 2-3 sandwiches(with real bread, not that white crap) and next time i eat around 12.00 for a little snack and then 18.00 for a big meal again, when gym day then something before gym. My mother is worried that i dont eat enought at the day time and my meals are too far apart...is that a problem? At the mornings i couldnt eat more, i am thinking of making some more sandwiches for school
Secondly, all my friends, ALL of them are telling me to not do full squats but half squats...but i remember here that full squats are better half squats
BUT
this ( http://stronglifts.com/how-to-squat-with-proper-technique-fix-common-problems/ ) tells me:
Many idiot personal trainers and "highly educated" (but dumb) doctors will tell you to do half Squats to keep your knees safe. This is the WORST advice ever - you'll HURT your knees if you do what they say.
"Your knees should never go past your toes." I find it impossible to do without losing balance with weight on my back, lack of hip movement? I did my low workout(did all 5 exercises to get used to the gym) and i just couldnt help letting those knees go over toes... :/. Lack of tehnique, i dont think so it is because i am very tall, i think my upper body is in the wrong position and goes way foward. Any other things i should look at and improve when i am having this problem?
-e- just checked, it is about an inch over or a bit more while squating.
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On September 05 2011 22:14 inimenesc wrote:Two things started to worry me today(no training, just eating+squats theory) Firstly, i eat in the morning 2-3 sandwiches(with real bread, not that white crap) and next time i eat around 12.00 for a little snack and then 18.00 for a big meal again, when gym day then something before gym. My mother is worried that i dont eat enought at the day time and my meals are too far apart...is that a problem? At the mornings i couldnt eat more, i am thinking of making some more sandwiches for school Secondly, all my friends, ALL of them are telling me to not do full squats but half squats...but i remember here that full squats are better half squats BUT this ( http://stronglifts.com/how-to-squat-with-proper-technique-fix-common-problems/ ) tells me: Many idiot personal trainers and "highly educated" (but dumb) doctors will tell you to do half Squats to keep your knees safe. This is the WORST advice ever - you'll HURT your knees if you do what they say. "Your knees should never go past your toes." I find it impossible to do without losing balance with weight on my back, lack of hip movement? I did my low workout(did all 5 exercises to get used to the gym) and i just couldnt help letting those knees go over toes... :/. Lack of tehnique, i dont think so it is because i am very tall, i think my upper body is in the wrong position and goes way foward. Any other things i should look at and improve when i am having this problem? -e- just checked, it is about an inch over or a bit more while squating.
Most of my days I go something like this:
07:15 Breakfast
09:00 Snack
11:00-12:00 Lunch (big meal)
14:00-15:00 Snack
18.00 Dinner
20:00 Workout
Around the workout I have some caffine/sugar/protein mix and after the workout I usually have a big shake (1k+ cals)
So yes, I eat most of the day lol.
Half-squats are more likely to ruin your knees than full squats, just tell them a guy on the internet told you that and laugh at their reactions.
Knees can go over the toes but that is dependant on if you know how to squat properly at all.
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On September 05 2011 16:32 Zafrumi wrote:Show nested quote +On September 05 2011 11:49 AoN.DimSum wrote:On September 05 2011 11:36 phyre112 wrote:
Thanks dimsum, helps to have examples. I'll post videos in a bit - i've only tried jerks once so far, so I would like to practice a touch first. np, if thats your first time, I wouldnt even use the bar. Practice splitting with your feet without anything first. Front leg should have at least the shin perpendicular to the floor. Back leg can be either bent or straight, this is a preference I think. You have to figure this out yourself. The toes should be pointed inward. (see below picture) This will keep you balanced. + Show Spoiler +T his would be for a left handed person, since usually they will have their right foot out first..@bbw, when do you get off work? surely you would have a little time for yourself! hm, is there a reason for this? i'm right-handed but i never though about putting the left foot out first... right seemed just more natural to me. maybe I should try it with the left foot out
No clue, its what most people do. It should be what naturally comes out first, so if your left foot comes out first, thats fine. Did anyone ever test you to see which is your lead leg?
Thanks zatic for the new forum! :D
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