Scorpion, at what bar weight would you say it's heavy enough to get a belt for squats?
If only you knew how bad things really are.
Quote: (12-23-2013 11:05 PM)RexImperator Wrote:
Scorpion, at what bar weight would you say it's heavy enough to get a belt for squats?
Quote: (12-24-2013 11:33 PM)rhodey Wrote:
If core strength is important to you then I would suggest not wearing a belt.
If you are afraid of injuring yourself, I would suggest not lifting a weight that is too heavy for you. If you are still afraid I suggest that you pursue golfing .
Quote: (12-22-2013 05:20 PM)velkrum Wrote:
Quote: (12-22-2013 05:10 PM)RexImperator Wrote:
I've read in a few places that DB bench presses are actually healthier for your shoulders, because they allow for a fuller range of motion.
False...greater range of motion means greater potential for injury.
Dumbbells are not kind to people with long arms.
Quote: (12-24-2013 11:40 PM)rhodey Wrote:
Quote: (12-22-2013 05:20 PM)velkrum Wrote:
Quote: (12-22-2013 05:10 PM)RexImperator Wrote:
I've read in a few places that DB bench presses are actually healthier for your shoulders, because they allow for a fuller range of motion.
False...greater range of motion means greater potential for injury.
Dumbbells are not kind to people with long arms.
I disagree. Personally dumbbells are much easier on my shoulders than barbell benching and I have very long arms. Dumbbells allow for greater shoulder mobility while performing the move... the greater range of motion is a problem for those with limited flexibility however one could always limit their range of motion...
Quote: (12-24-2013 11:39 PM)Hencredible Casanova Wrote:
Quote: (12-24-2013 11:33 PM)rhodey Wrote:
If core strength is important to you then I would suggest not wearing a belt.
If you are afraid of injuring yourself, I would suggest not lifting a weight that is too heavy for you. If you are still afraid I suggest that you pursue golfing .
I agree. I never wear a belt.
http://www.builtlean.com/2012/10/01/weig...ting-belt/
http://stronglifts.com/weight-lifting-be...t-to-wear/
Quote: (12-24-2013 11:40 PM)rhodey Wrote:
Personally dumbbells are much easier on my shoulders than barbell benching and I have very long arms. Dumbbells allow for greater shoulder mobility while performing the move... the greater range of motion is a problem for those with limited flexibility however one could always limit their range of motion or better yet improve their flexibility.
Quote: (12-25-2013 11:36 AM)velkrum Wrote:
Dumbbells might be easier on your shoulders for 2 reasons: a lack of optimal technique with the bar and the way you are pressing with dumbbells
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you should never strive for shoulder mobility or flexibility across a transverse plane (unless you are using lighter weights for bodybuilding purposes).
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A good rule of thumb for chest pressing:
Shorter range of motion is always better!
Quote: (12-21-2013 06:26 AM)RioNomad Wrote:
210x5x5 bench. Easier than a cracked out Thai prostitute on soi 4.
45-50lb incline dumbbell 5x10
Dips 3x10
Curls for the girls.
Afterwards I didn't go jogging in the park and I didn't do any pushups. Was pretty sweet.