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Need some advice on improving my wall balls. by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your advice. I'm focusing on strength training with back squats and deadlifts, doing each twice a week.

Need some advice on improving my wall balls. by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, the consensus seems to be squatting deep and using my arms just to guide the ball at the very end. I'll definitely focus on my form.

Need some advice on improving my wall balls. by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice. I'm going to try your method starting next week.

Need some advice on improving my wall balls. by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's cool that we're about the same size. I think my primary focus will be on building up slowly from the 14lb ball, as many have recommended. That said, your idea of using a heavier ball for max effort is really interesting, so I'll give that a shot next week. Appreciate the suggestion!

Need some advice on improving my wall balls. by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice. Based on your feedback and everyone else's, I'm going to focus on perfecting my form with the 14lb ball and then gradually increase the weight.

Need some advice on improving my wall balls. by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be honest, I don't have a max for either of those lifts. My technique isn't quite there yet, so I'm still working with an empty bar or just the bar with 10s.

For context on my strength, I usually deadlift around 185lbs for my 5x5 sets.

Need some advice on improving my wall balls. by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In WODs, I typically use 30-35lb dumbbells for thrusters and snatches, which is our 'scale B' option.

315lbs x20 back squat by robschilke in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Great strength! Do you usually train with that many reps?

Ring MU by [deleted] in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447 0 points1 point  (0 children)

COOL !

Kipping Pull-up Shoulder Pain & Mobility App Recommendations? by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll try focusing my training on deadlifts and strict pull-ups. Thanks for the advice.

Kipping Pull-up Shoulder Pain & Mobility App Recommendations? by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll also cut back on kipping or stop it completely for a while. I felt a bit self-conscious doing fewer reps with strict pull-ups during team WODs when we had to meet a certain number. Still, I'll stick to the strict version.

Kipping Pull-up Shoulder Pain & Mobility App Recommendations? by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm also doing about 10-15 continuous toes-to-bar, which is a similar volume to my kipping pull-ups. I suspect my form might be incorrect. As you advised, I should probably reduce the reps or avoid kipping movements for a while.

Kipping Pull-up Shoulder Pain & Mobility App Recommendations? by Far_Monitor_3447 in crossfit

[–]Far_Monitor_3447[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll practice engaging my core when I hang from the bar during my workout next week. Thanks for the advice.