People who lift weights -

[Nick Drake]

I once was on my last set on bench press, and right as I was pushing up my last rep (I was doing 3 sets of eight because it was fairly heavy), I realized I couldn't do it. Got halfway up and the weight was like "nope". Luckily my friend showed up and saved me, otherwise I probably would have looked like a goob.

 

[DankMemes]

Remember to do cardio too, and don't skip leg day. Don't be the filthy scrub who has massive arms but a beer gut and skinny legs.

 

[TrippinKahlua]

Ever been doing the bench press without a spotter and have to do the "roll of shame"?

Not good times.

I kinda enjoy doing the roll of shame, despite how silly it looks to begin with, having the bell stuck on you. Of course, I'd still rather not fail when I'm benching.

Evidently, I know how to lift weights. Too bad living in a place like I do doesn't lend itself well to going to the gym on a consistent basis, but I try to go twice a week.

I learned by using the Stronglifts 5x5 program, but since that's a three day program, I couldn't just keep up with it by the time I moved to the small island.

Even though I've gained like 15 pounds since starting, I'm still a skinny fuck. I'm always gonna be a skinny fuck.

 

[nad7155]

I'm always gonna be a skinny fuck.

Well, you can be a strong skinny fuck.

I work with a guy who about 5'11 and no more than 150 lbs.

He has a grip that could crush walnuts.

Just keep at it, get strong, and don't worry about looks.

 

[anonymoose]

im 5'7" and weigh 170lbs, i know a younger guy who is about the same height and cannot be more than 130lbs wet through, despite lifting longer (and you really can't see any muscle) and he's far, far more strong than me.

it's a bit depressing, but eh, i guess it's just that our minds like to see progress

 

[Jomadre]

Quick question, since this seems to be the weightlifting thread. I've been lifting hardcore for about two months now, and I'm starting to get pain in my quads. It is most noticeable when I'm sprinting. It's sharp, on the front outsides of my quads. Does anyone know what is causing that, and what can I do to stop it?

 

[niggers]

Quick question, since this seems to be the weightlifting thread. I've been lifting hardcore for about two months now, and I'm starting to get pain in my quads. It is most noticeable when I'm sprinting. It's sharp, on the front outsides of my quads. Does anyone know what is causing that, and what can I do to stop it?

what routine have you been doing? snatches always give me bruises on my quads. i'd imagine its just a sprain from where you've described the pain.

although if it hurts when you sprint, it might be abductor/hip flexor tear. do a couple cable kickbacks (low, low weight obviously). if you feel mild pain, you probably just need an icepack and a few days on the couch. if it fucking hurts like fucking christ, then you might've torn something.

oh, and try sleeping with a pillow or some shit elevating your leg at night. when i pulled my quad, that really helped with getting outta bed in the morning

 

[Jomadre]

By my standards it's a mild pain, it's enough to make me slow down but not stop. I do snatches, cleans, deadlifts. I imagine any one of those can cause bruising but I may just try taking the weekend off to see if that helps. And I do work cable kickbacks into my routine and that doesn't cause any pain, it hurts when I lift my knees up.

I know, that's probably disorganized. Apologies in advance, this is WAY past my bedtime and I'm a little loopy.

 

[Very Honest Content]

Quick question, since this seems to be the weightlifting thread. I've been lifting hardcore for about two months now, and I'm starting to get pain in my quads. It is most noticeable when I'm sprinting. It's sharp, on the front outsides of my quads. Does anyone know what is causing that, and what can I do to stop it?

Get yourself a foam roller and do some massage running those sore muscles over the roller after every workout and on rest days when you notice acute pain in areas. Stay hydrated. Pre and post workout warmup exercises and care are a major overlooked factor in recovery and performance. Dehydrated muscles are like beef jerky, proper hydration and massage turns them back into a more steak like form. Jerky tears easy, steak you have to slice to do damage to.