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Discussion of all topics related to strength training: Bodybuilding, powerlifting, weightlifting, strongman, kettlebells, bodyweight training.

Discussion of all topics related to strength training: Bodybuilding, powerlifting, weightlifting, strongman, kettlebells, bodyweight training.

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/r/strength_training

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3

200kg deadlift PR

Hey, Do you have some feedback what I should improve ? Thanks 🙏🏽 I did not expect to be able to lift the 200y

2 Comments
2024/12/02
08:59 UTC

1

Weighted vs bodyweight pull-ups technique

Whats the general consensus on weighted pull-ups technique, when the goal is from straight arms to chin touching the bar.

When I do weighted pull-ups my shoulders inevitably shrug at the top as my traps help me reach my chin to the bar. From a purely strength perspective, is this a bad habit that limits strength gains? Or is this the optimal technique to pull the maximum weight.

Ive seen videos of people showing perfect bodyweight pull-up technique, but when watching them do weighted pull-ups their technique is very different, usually shrugging at the top.

For purely building muscle from weighted pull-ups. Would it better to drop the weight and keep the scapular retracted the entire rom, or would this limit the muscle growth gained. My thinking is pulling heavier from the bottom portion of the pull up is more beneficial than keeping the scapular retracted under lighter loads, as heavier pull-ups lead to more tension at the bottom half.

I would appreciate any pointers or advice on my form, thanks!

0 Comments
2024/12/02
02:35 UTC

6

Squat Depth Check

I was wondering—since the angle sucks a little—whether this is appropriate depth in a comp.

1 Comment
2024/12/02
04:42 UTC

202

Some of you guys said my walkout is a little long… 315

taking the bar on a hike

33 Comments
2024/12/02
03:29 UTC

4

Atlas stone

347 pound stone to a 52 inch platform. Done inside so I don't cause a traffic jam.

2 Comments
2024/12/02
02:05 UTC

19

Bench press 285x5 at BW 210

Trying to get to 315x5 in 4 months, but shoulder structure is starting to feel weak. Strength-wise, don’t see an issue. Any advice?

6 Comments
2024/12/02
02:02 UTC

3

Finally first time doing SSB Good Mornings. First set pointed the wrong way lol, 208 and 278 for reps

7 Comments
2024/12/02
01:04 UTC

16

First time deadlifting

My friend kinda coached me through it. Tips for safety and performance are welcome

15 Comments
2024/12/02
00:49 UTC

31

500lb/272kg Zercher Squat

500lb/272kg Zercher

11 Comments
2024/12/02
00:14 UTC

21

455x1 Back Squat

I think I had more in me. This was 2 months ago and I’ve gotten significantly stronger since then. Do you think I had 495 in me that day? I’m going for 495 this Friday.

3 Comments
2024/12/02
00:05 UTC

51

170 x 15 after 190, 220, 245 x 5, 190 x 13, and 170 for 2x5

Not a rep PR, but very happy with bar speed after so much volume!

21 Comments
2024/12/01
23:39 UTC

251

~14 neutral chin-ups

Haven’t done this variation in forever, glad I can still match reps after definitely not tracking my weight the last couple months + hitting strength PRs lol

59 Comments
2024/12/01
22:53 UTC

24

315x6 Larsen Press

Surprised to be able to get 6 reps here. I thought I was good for 4 and an unlikely chance for 5. Form on the first rep also didn’t give much confidence, but we made it happen

4 Comments
2024/12/01
20:37 UTC

0

65kg/143lbs rod handle static hold for about 22 seconds

1 Comment
2024/12/01
19:43 UTC

167

Deadlift 130kg/ 286lb

22 Comments
2024/12/01
18:09 UTC

91

Overhead Press: 65.7kgs/145lbs (BW: 60kgs/133lbs)

Been trying to dial in on my OHP movement. Open to tips, advices, and criticism.

18 Comments
2024/12/01
17:45 UTC

271

5PPSx4 Hack Squat

42 Comments
2024/12/01
15:26 UTC

25

225 pause at about 131-132 no arch

Someone teach me arch PLEASE 😭🙏. I can maybe get like 10 more pounds out of that.

3 Comments
2024/12/01
15:23 UTC

58

Failed 280kg a few days ago, hit it today

First timer strongman competition

12 Comments
2024/12/01
14:10 UTC

58

Explosive strength

7 Comments
2024/12/01
12:53 UTC

25

405lbs x5 Deficit SLDL

3 Comments
2024/12/01
05:20 UTC

37

345lbs PR @218lbs BW. Was it too fast?

26 Comments
2024/12/01
05:07 UTC

57

Axle press

230 for 3 easy reps

66 Comments
2024/12/01
04:25 UTC

23

370lbs PR + 225lbs banded cg

Powerbelly + egolifting is an undefeated combo

1 Comment
2024/12/01
04:06 UTC

215

1,005lb total at 180lb bodyweight

97 Comments
2024/12/01
03:29 UTC

11

374 lbs squat

Equal PR, recovery is going well

1 Comment
2024/12/01
02:35 UTC

13

374 lbs squat

Equal PR, recovery is going well

3 Comments
2024/12/01
02:34 UTC

20

Lifetime PR Conventional Deadlift. 505lbs (~230kg) at 178lbs (~81kg BW).

1 Comment
2024/11/30
23:02 UTC

6

50kgx10 OHP at 16

0 Comments
2024/11/30
21:43 UTC

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