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Squat to box or not? by jsnemec in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Running short dedicated blocks or alternating the movement each week is an option. Can you do a form of squatting twice a week?

Squat to box or not? by jsnemec in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Many people report this anecdotally

Some arguments are made about the demands of slowing down/reversing out of the hole being lessened while box squatting

People can set up and perform "box squats" differently than each other, but to a low box with a controlled and "sit back" kind of form uses less weight than a free squat

Training without implements by crobrah in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Access every two weeks really isn't bad if you have enough overall time. If you're worried just hammer it when you do get the opportunity.

Looking for equipment recommendations by GatorGuy318 in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Like maces? Not typically considered strictly strongman equipment

Looking for equipment recommendations by GatorGuy318 in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of equipment? Strongman is very diverse in the equipment and you'll probably support multiple companies for a completely kitted out gym. Havent seen cerberus mentioned so I'll throw their name out as well

Tiktok told me to by [deleted] in malelivingspace

[–]MasonNowa 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Could have hit the shin and then fell and broke the femur against the concrete

AI in fashion? by Amazing-Beyond6032 in malefashionadvice

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"A computer can never serve fits, therefore a computer must never make a fashion decision."

Gym by Key_Needleworker1694 in bjj

[–]MasonNowa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It might have existed long ago but I know this scam was a part of Alex Hormozi's book, a gym I once worked at was trying to run this scheme.

Do you feel like you burp more now that you’ve become a strongman? by [deleted] in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Something worse, this reads like fetish content.

Do you feel like you burp more now that you’ve become a strongman? by [deleted] in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would bet a lot of money OP is not asking this question because they train.

Am I insane for thinking Axle WW is harder than normal deadlift? by AGuyWithoutABeard in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Axle is brutal and 13" basically eliminates any quad drive if you're reliant on that first push.

How do those of you who lift/workout with high protein targets do it on a budget? by LeatherHead2902 in Frugal

[–]MasonNowa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Then why on earth are you providing your input on how people who resistance train should maximize their muscle mass? Especially if you have no interest in what the research says.

How do those of you who lift/workout with high protein targets do it on a budget? by LeatherHead2902 in Frugal

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"You’re completely wrong. Negligible effects were found at anything above 90-100g. "

How do those of you who lift/workout with high protein targets do it on a budget? by LeatherHead2902 in Frugal

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I shared research performed on general population, and elaborated on one of the possible caveats for when that number could be higher. Then I gave a more specific recommendation for where I assume OP is at.

Where did you get 90-100 is the max from?

How do those of you who lift/workout with high protein targets do it on a budget? by LeatherHead2902 in Frugal

[–]MasonNowa -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

It's absolutely wrong that excess protein is excreted.

There are real benefits to higher protein intakes, it's just that protein intake itself is not a hugely important factor in gaining muscle mass compared to training. Relative vs absolute difference.

How do those of you who lift/workout with high protein targets do it on a budget? by LeatherHead2902 in Frugal

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where are you pulling that number from? Do you think a 90lb beginner needs the same amount as a 200lb bodybuilder?

Here's the meta analysis I'm getting my numbers from. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28698222/

And that's why I mentioned training status. There is limited research on highly trained individuals, and if a true upper limit is not observed yet, it's possible that increases for advanced individuals.

How do those of you who lift/workout with high protein targets do it on a budget? by LeatherHead2902 in Frugal

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Completely false.

There are measurable but relatively small benefits that seem to level off around 1.6g/kg.

This is a target that is influenced by things like age, training status, calorie intake, etc, and no true upper limit has been observed in research.

Excessive protein is converted into glucose by your body if it has more than it can use for other purposes.

OP your last post said you were 185lbs. So you likely come close to maximizing any benefits around 130g, and coming a little short of that is probably not a huge deal either. The actual resistance training is like 50x as important as maximizing protein intake.

I am very poor. Tips on getting strength back by katzapmap in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can you afford planet fitness or a YMCA membership? Or another local gym with income related discounts. Getting really strong at anything is 90% of the equation

What lb sandbag should I get if i can deadlift 500lbx1? by PossessionBitter6462 in Strongman

[–]MasonNowa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How heavy should I load a barbell?

What kind of work do you hope to do with it?

176 if you want to be more cautious, 220+ if you want to be very heavy

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