Gainsdalf the Whey Posted January 14, 2014 Report Share Posted January 14, 2014 So the two on the end are there to take some of the weight so the lifter can push back up and re-rack the bar. The guy in the back is there to help the lifter keep his chest up and not collapse forward. It's a pretty safe setup for properly trained lifters. If you are going for a max attempt and fail it is usually not a catastrophic fail wear you just pancake into the ground. Because you have trained to handle the load and if those two on the ends take a bit off you can finish the lift. I've been spotted this way at SSS with nerds and it worked out well. But again it applies to people who know how to handle failure, and should not be used by novice trainees or random gym bros. All of this. Novices can do the bar end spotting. You need someone who knows what they're doing for the rear spotting though. Quote Massrandir, Barkûn, Swolórin, The Whey Pilgrim 500 / 330 / 625 Challenges: 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 34 35 36 39 41 42 45 46 47 48 49 Current Challenge "No citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. What a disgrace it is for a man to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable. " ~ Socrates "Friends don't let friends squat high." ~ Chad Wesley Smith "It's a dangerous business, Brodo, squatting to the floor. You step into the rack, and if you don't keep your form, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ Gainsdalf Link to post
chairohkey Posted January 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2014 Theres also a proper way to spot on the side too so you don't lose some fingers or toes if the bar is dumped. Quote Link to post
joedog Posted January 14, 2014 Report Share Posted January 14, 2014 Thanks, guys! It makes a lot more sense now Sent from my ADR6425LVW using Tapatalk 2 Quote joedog, level 15 Monk Current Challenge Link to post
Max Power Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 I'm looking for a new set of shoes for lifting. I've been using some vibrams for the past year or so and I'm tired of washing them every other workout. I'm thinking about a pair of these NB Minmus Cross Trainers. Anyone have any experience with them? Quote The path to Swolehalla is paved with a lot of Swolehate, and you won't get there without being Swole of Spirit too. Race: Fiendish Blue Extension Cord Class: Warrior Links: MFP Battle Log Current Challenge Link to post
bigm141414 Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 i have something similar to the NBs (i have merrell trail gloves). They are pretty good for lifting. Not squishy. Have you considered dedicated oly shoes or are you looking for something more versatile? Quote "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to post
Gainsdalf the Whey Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 If you want the flatness of Vibrams, I love my chucks. Quote Massrandir, Barkûn, Swolórin, The Whey Pilgrim 500 / 330 / 625 Challenges: 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 34 35 36 39 41 42 45 46 47 48 49 Current Challenge "No citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. What a disgrace it is for a man to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable. " ~ Socrates "Friends don't let friends squat high." ~ Chad Wesley Smith "It's a dangerous business, Brodo, squatting to the floor. You step into the rack, and if you don't keep your form, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ Gainsdalf Link to post
Max Power Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 i have something similar to the NBs (i have merrell trail gloves). They are pretty good for lifting. Not squishy. Have you considered dedicated oly shoes or are you looking for something more versatile? Yeah, I'm looking for something I can use for everything. I've got a pair of Nike Romaleos that I like, but they're pretty limited as to what you can do in them. Quote The path to Swolehalla is paved with a lot of Swolehate, and you won't get there without being Swole of Spirit too. Race: Fiendish Blue Extension Cord Class: Warrior Links: MFP Battle Log Current Challenge Link to post
Gainsdalf the Whey Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Yeah, I'm looking for something I can use for everything. I've got a pair of Nike Romaleos that I like, but they're pretty limited as to what you can do in them. There isn't something you can use for everything if you're talking all athletics. Lifting shoes you need to have no cushion in, but running you need some cushion, even if you're not a heel striker. People will say the the barefoot running people are fine, but everytime I've tried it without some cushion, I've gotten injuries eventually. Our artifical hard surfaces just aren't something our bodies like to run on without some cushion. Quote Massrandir, Barkûn, Swolórin, The Whey Pilgrim 500 / 330 / 625 Challenges: 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 34 35 36 39 41 42 45 46 47 48 49 Current Challenge "No citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. What a disgrace it is for a man to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable. " ~ Socrates "Friends don't let friends squat high." ~ Chad Wesley Smith "It's a dangerous business, Brodo, squatting to the floor. You step into the rack, and if you don't keep your form, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ Gainsdalf Link to post
bigm141414 Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Yeah, I'm looking for something I can use for everything. I've got a pair of Nike Romaleos that I like, but they're pretty limited as to what you can do in them.Oh if you have romaleos then you are good for all lifts. Squats ohp dl. I do all of that in my romaleos Get the NBs for other stuff or DLs. Sent from a phonical device. Please excuse the shortness Quote "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to post
Stronkey Kong Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 i have something similar to the NBs (i have merrell trail gloves). They are pretty good for lifting. Not squishy. Have you considered dedicated oly shoes or are you looking for something more versatile? I have a pair of those. I have never lifted in them because of the way they force you on your toes, but without the heel support. How do they work for you? Quote Level 3, Rebel Currtent Challenge Previously known as: Curl Brogo, Darwins_Demon, Vincent Van Bro 2020 Respawn Battle Log || Tarly's Ten Level Nutrition Plan My Fitness Pal Profile || NF Epic Quest Character Page || Instagram Weight Loss Quest: Start 270 lbs., Goal 199 lbs., Current 270 lbs., Waist: ,45.0 in., Bodyfat%: 33% Link to post
Pat G Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 Equipment maintenance learn on:Just bought a 20kg bar off of eBay, gone and picked it up, and the bushes are loose and crunchy,ends still spin and one moves in and out a few centimetres , anyone got any online resource they can direct me to? Otherwise i'll just pull it apart and pack it with brass and CV joint grease. Quote Lurker Warrior || Battle Log- No titles, no belts with PIE || "Strength is the cup. The bigger the cup, the more you can put in" JDanger"As Iron Sharpens Iron, so one man sharpens another" Link to post
bigm141414 Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 Equipment maintenance learn on:Just bought a 20kg bar off of eBay, gone and picked it up, and the bushes are loose and crunchy,ends still spin and one moves in and out a few centimetres , anyone got any online resource they can direct me to? Otherwise i'll just pull it apart and pack it with brass and CV joint grease. Regreasing your barbell Quote "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to post
Pat G Posted January 21, 2014 Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 B.E.A.utiful. Cheers bosstick. Quote Lurker Warrior || Battle Log- No titles, no belts with PIE || "Strength is the cup. The bigger the cup, the more you can put in" JDanger"As Iron Sharpens Iron, so one man sharpens another" Link to post
momoxstarx Posted January 29, 2014 Report Share Posted January 29, 2014 When's a good time to start considering other equipment like knee wraps? Wrist wraps? Ate they really necessary for heavy heavy loads? posted from my awesome G2 using Tapatalk... probably goofing off at work or on the throne. Quote Momoxstarx the N00bcake Extraordinaire lvl 2 Mithra Warrior [STR 3|DEX 2|STA 5|CON 2|WIS 2|CHA 1] "Hold onto your knickers..." Tumblr - Instagram - YouTube Link to post
wildross Posted January 29, 2014 Report Share Posted January 29, 2014 When's a good time to start considering other equipment like knee wraps? Wrist wraps? Ate they really necessary for heavy heavy loads?posted from my awesome G2 using Tapatalk... probably goofing off at work or on the throne.A lot is going to depend on your personal injury and body history. 1 Quote Warriors don't count reps and sets. They count tons. My psychologist weighs 45 pounds, has an iron soul and sits on the end of a bar Tally Sheet for 2019 Encouragement for older members: Chronologically Blessed Group; Encouragement for newbie lifters: When we were weaker Link to post
bigm141414 Posted January 29, 2014 Report Share Posted January 29, 2014 When's a good time to start considering other equipment like knee wraps? Wrist wraps? Ate they really necessary for heavy heavy loads?posted from my awesome G2 using Tapatalk... probably goofing off at work or on the throne. Usually people tend to think about wraps after they have a bodyweight bench, almost at a 1.5BW squat, and a2xBW deadlfit. But it really depends on your own preferences. You don't need wraps or knee sleeves at all. They just help. Quote "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to post
Gainsdalf the Whey Posted January 29, 2014 Report Share Posted January 29, 2014 When's a good time to start considering other equipment like knee wraps? Wrist wraps? Ate they really necessary for heavy heavy loads?posted from my awesome G2 using Tapatalk... probably goofing off at work or on the throne. I don't use any wrap yet, but I'm considering getting wrist wraps as sometimes the bar rides high in my hand and bends my wrists backward, and these help with that. Quote Massrandir, Barkûn, Swolórin, The Whey Pilgrim 500 / 330 / 625 Challenges: 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 34 35 36 39 41 42 45 46 47 48 49 Current Challenge "No citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. What a disgrace it is for a man to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable. " ~ Socrates "Friends don't let friends squat high." ~ Chad Wesley Smith "It's a dangerous business, Brodo, squatting to the floor. You step into the rack, and if you don't keep your form, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ Gainsdalf Link to post
Max Power Posted January 29, 2014 Report Share Posted January 29, 2014 I don't use any wrap yet, but I'm considering getting wrist wraps as sometimes the bar rides high in my hand and bends my wrists backward, and these help with that. I've started using wrist wraps for that. One bad set and my wrist will hurt for days. Quote The path to Swolehalla is paved with a lot of Swolehate, and you won't get there without being Swole of Spirit too. Race: Fiendish Blue Extension Cord Class: Warrior Links: MFP Battle Log Current Challenge Link to post
momoxstarx Posted January 29, 2014 Report Share Posted January 29, 2014 Loving the feedback! thanks everyone! I have minor issues with the knees. They feel fine during squats but feel icy when DOMS set in. Especially my right knee.. not sure if it's because of squatting or a running injury. I can benefit from wrist wraps as well. I want to be prepared for heavy weights so my knees won't explode. Kinda scary thinking about exploding knees. Quote Momoxstarx the N00bcake Extraordinaire lvl 2 Mithra Warrior [STR 3|DEX 2|STA 5|CON 2|WIS 2|CHA 1] "Hold onto your knickers..." Tumblr - Instagram - YouTube Link to post
weirdquark Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 @This is Seth: Thanks very much, I just wasn't sure 'bout that. It's more important to keep track of how much the bar weighs if you're likely to use different sizes of bars -- I have a 6' standard (uses plates with a 1" hole) bar at home and the gym has the usual Olympic men's bar, which is 7' and uses plates with a 2" hole. The Olympic bar weighs about 45 pounds. Mine is more like 15. You can also sometimes find a women's Olympic bar at the gym which I think weights 35 pounds. So if I was just paying attention to how much weight the plates weighed at home and then went to the gym and tried to put my usual plates on the bar, I'd likely get flattened from the sudden 30 pound jump. In terms of tracking your progress, it doesn't matter what the bar weighs, but in general you want to know what you're actually lifting, so yeah, count it. Quote I lift heavy things. Current Challenge Between Challenges Workout Log Sassafrass: a capella folk fantasy mythology Link to post
This is Seth Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 It's more important to keep track of how much the bar weighs if you're likely to use different sizes of bars -- I have a 6' standard (uses plates with a 1" hole) bar at home and the gym has the usual Olympic men's bar, which is 7' and uses plates with a 2" hole. The Olympic bar weighs about 45 pounds. Mine is more like 15. You can also sometimes find a women's Olympic bar at the gym which I think weights 35 pounds. So if I was just paying attention to how much weight the plates weighed at home and then went to the gym and tried to put my usual plates on the bar, I'd likely get flattened from the sudden 30 pound jump. In terms of tracking your progress, it doesn't matter what the bar weighs, but in general you want to know what you're actually lifting, so yeah, count it. There's actually two different women's bars, I've learned. There's a 35# bar and a 15kg bar, which is 33#. Which is why Nightlight's math always looks weird. Quote Dwarven Warrior What's Seth Doing Nowadays? Sometimes I lift it. Sometimes It Lifts Me. Link to post
bigm141414 Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 There's actually two different women's bars, I've learned. There's a 35# bar and a 15kg bar, which is 33#. Which is why Nightlight's math always looks weird. Technically there are two men's bars too. The US standard 45lbs bar and the international standard 20kg bar. Quote "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to post
This is Seth Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Technically there are two men's bars too. The US standard 45lbs bar and the international standard 20kg bar. Are the rogue bars with the two stripes 20kg or 45lb? He asks and then immediately goes to google... -third edit-They're 20kg. Way too lazy to go back and change all my numbers, but will start being an asshole at the gym about this now. 1 Quote Dwarven Warrior What's Seth Doing Nowadays? Sometimes I lift it. Sometimes It Lifts Me. Link to post
bigm141414 Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Yeah, they used to sell 45lbs bard a couple years ago too. Looks like they only sell the 20kg versions now. Quote "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to post
jdanger Posted February 20, 2014 Report Share Posted February 20, 2014 They're 20kg. Way too lazy to go back and change all my numbers, but will start being an asshole at the gym about this now. I like seeing people freak out about their numbers and seeing things like 184lb squat and what have you. As if their $300 burner bar is even manufactured with high enough tolerances to know if it's actually 43 or 46 pounds, to say nothing of the twelve ten pound bumpers all with chunks taken out of them that they have loaded on their bar for their FB cover shoot push press. Man I'm ranty this morning haha. 1 Quote Eat. Sleep. High bar squat. | Strength is a skill, refine it. Follow my Weightlifting team's antics: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Looking for a strength program? Check out The Danger Method and remember to do your damn abs Link to post
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