Squats, Bench, Deadlift: This is your fitness thread

HistoryFan said:
As a 3-sport varsity athlete at my school I literally spent everyday working out this summer.

Uppers-
Bench- 4x4 at 195
Lats- 3x6 at 190 (doesn't go any higher:/ )
Tri's- 3x10 at 170
Curls- 3x10 with 45lb DB's
DB Snatch- 3x8 50lb DB's
BTN- 4x6 at 135
Abs

Lowers-
Squat- 4x6 at 375
Deadlift- 4x6 at 385
Power cleans- 4x6 at 165
Calf raises- 3x25 at 225 on a Bear machine
Hamstring curls- 4x6 at whatever I feel like doing that day :D
Abs

That's it for lifts, that I can remember at least. Mix that in with some plyos and running and you get my work out routine.
Bench max- 235
Squat- 415
40yd time- 4.8
mile- 5:50
My own weight- 198


I like to think I'm pretty fit.
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What does that mean? Extensions behind your neck? If so, holy crap.
 
I just discovered how much a squat belt helps. Holy crap. I used to get lower back pain, but now none at all. Today I went 3x6 on 270 lbs. :)

EDIT: Also historyfan if you are as jacked and as athletic as you say you are, link us to your rivals or yahoo page. You must be getting recruited.
 
^^I really must get one to prevent future injuries
 
Zelig said:
Hm, I'm skeptical of belts being particularly useful at those weights...
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Too much or too little? I definitely felt better, but sure, it could have been a placebo.
 
Syterion said:
They totally match up with this other lifts...

And to above, he means too little.
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Bench honestly seems a little low if he's squatting over 400 for a max. Also I never believe anyone's stats when it comes to squats. There's simply too much variation as to range of motion.

If he squats deep then :goodjob:
 
I wonder if it would help with a herniated disc in my back. I hurt it squatting a few months back and I know others swear by those belts.

In other news, I incline bench pressed 225 pounds for 4 reps today! :D
 
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/weightlifting-belt/AN01866

Question

Weightlifting belt: Do I need one?

If I lift free weights, do I need to wear a weightlifting belt?

Answer

from Edward R. Laskowski, M.D.

You might consider wearing a weightlifting belt if you're doing power lifting or dead lifts. A weightlifting belt can be a reminder to keep your spine in the correct position during heavy lifting. Generally, however, there's no need to invest in a weightlifting belt. For most people, wearing a weightlifting belt does little to improve performance or protect the spine — especially during exercises that don't stress the back or place only minimal stress on the back.

Still, when you're lifting free weights, safety precautions are a must:
Learn proper form and technique. The better your form, the better your results — and the less likely you are to hurt yourself.
Spare your back. When you're lifting weights, keep your spine in a stable, neutral position. When you're picking up weights or putting them down, lift with your legs — not your back.
Grip the weights carefully. Consider wearing weightlifting gloves to prevent calluses and improve your grip.
Ask for help. If you're lifting heavy weights, ask a training partner to spot you.
Remember your shoes. You'll be less likely to slip if you wear sturdy shoes that provide good traction.
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Probably the only help is reinforcing proper posture and body mechanics. If you're getting hernias, then you are lifting way the heck too much for your muscles and joints.

This is pretty much the advice I'd been told since I first started weightlifting in HS decades ago. I remember it exactly from the Gold's Gym manual.
 
I've completely ceased squatting and deadlifting because of this nagging injury. Perhaps it will help me keep my back tight during certain movements.
 
A health scare (high blood pressure) back in July has made an active lifestyle a must for me. I don't want to be on medication for the rest of my life, so I started walking in the mornings. I've done it every day for over a month now, and am feeling and seeing results. I've noticeably lost weight, and my feet and legs have gained in strength and toughness. For me, this is not a temporary measure to fight high blood pressure, but the beginning of a lifelong commitment to an active lifestyle. I walk at dawn and dusk, and I've slowly ramped up the activity level so that this week I've started walking three miles in the morning and a mile at dusk, starting at 12-hour intervals. I am able to maintain a steady, brisk pace throughout this. I know I will need to keep ramping up activity as I continue to grow more fit: eventually I will begin jogging. I'd like to educate myself on what I'm getting into, but the physical fitness section of my library is filled with get-fit-quick schemes and crash diets. Are there any reputable books to guide people who are working to be physically fit from my position? Right now I am more concerned with being active and healthy -- not on developing a six-pack.
 
Nomnomnom said:
I've completely ceased squatting and deadlifting because of this nagging injury. Perhaps it will help me keep my back tight during certain movements.
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Could also be imbalance between abs and back.
 
I rested for a few weeks and I'm back squatting again! :D I'm just really focusing on my form now to make sure I don't get more injuries. I must say, there's no better workout for the legs than deep back squats.
 
Today was day one of my Olympic weight lifting training course. The coach is a beast. I'm just in it to learn proper lifting forms but it was definitely something. My gym doesn't allow deadlifts in the normal weight room so we have to go through the special Olympic weights gym. The downside is that it's costly. The upside is that because it's new and not well known, you practically get professional coaching the entire time.
 
Hygro said:
Today was day one of my Olympic weight lifting training course. The coach is a beast. I'm just in it to learn proper lifting forms but it was definitely something. My gym doesn't allow deadlifts in the normal weight room so we have to go through the special Olympic weights gym. The downside is that it's costly. The upside is that because it's new and not well known, you practically get professional coaching the entire time.
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The Oly classes at my gym are 10 bucks each. That's rough. I don't know if it's worth it on top of 75 bucks a month for the gym. It's that expensive because I want the ability to do deadlifts and squats and oly lifts, and no gym downtown but this one has that capability.
 
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