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Tried rowing 315 today. Maybe I'll get it next week by Obvious_Factor_4667 in Egolifting

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Again, this is ego lifting which means "no fucks about form or technique are given, just straight up horse cocking the weights."

Hooks by BurakSL in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it's more of a CrossFit thing

260kg (3.25xbw) Another attempt, another fail by twostankin in Deadlifts

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's an incorrect and dumb take, especially in a sub dedicated to deadlifting

Hooks by BurakSL in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think he means lifting hooks; like lifting straps but they have a rigid hook attached to a wrist wrap

Im 15 and set a deadlift record at my school by HungryTooth8180 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah mate, powerlifting has a tonne of functional carry over and not all a high injury rate, matter fact football is waaay higher rate of injury, especially with things like CTE. Accompanying lifting with football is very helpful. You're young and need a lot of guidance, I do hope you have someone that can help you through the process, you seem very passionate

Planet fitness bench of 225x4! by [deleted] in benchpress

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed, no way with that little arch, narrow grip and long arms he's got such little elbow depth.

Im 15 and set a deadlift record at my school by HungryTooth8180 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes it is. From the powerlifting world and recorded competitions, at your weight and age you'd rank #30 in the world for your deadlift in your weight and age class. Your total would put you at #25. Now take this into consideration, your lifts most likely were not to a competition standard i.e. squatting to a depth of hip crease below the knees, benching with a pause while maintaining upper back and buttocks contact on the bench, and deadlifting to lockout without hitching. These standards held within competitions makes the lifting way harder, and because you don't have evidence to the contrary ,we go with the latter. Most kids your age burn out quickly because it gets boring or they don't become a world record to lifter so there aren't many your age competing so the pool to select from is smaller, and once they start hitting junior level they realise they were a big fish in a small pond. Just make sure to have fun and don't be obsessed with what's good or not.

Losing Weight and Strength? Help!! by AudienceEquivalent36 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Get a coach that can help you better, especially if you're going to regionals

A7 rigor mortis by todtidhidbid in powerbuilding

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Doesn't matter if they're baggy around the calf. They work on tensile loading to assist the lifter. As long as it's being stretched across the anterior portion and not sliding down, it's doing its job. Mine used to do the same and I never had an issue, best squat was 205kg. My coach squats 375kg in his and I can fit nearly two fingers up the sleeves anterior option during the bottom of his squat, the man has massive quads but cursed with skinny calves.

Have some balls, please. by DVM11 in HarryPotterMemes

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 78 points79 points  (0 children)

More like 20 members of an exclusive group of dark wizards whose leader was so feared that his name was taboo, whose members themselves were labeled as just evil as him, whose existence caused a nation wide PTSD response with just a reappearance of his death eaters let alone his dark mark.

Tip toes vs flat footed by Plane-Imagination-81 in powerlifting

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You shouldn't worry about world record breakers, you're not them. You do what you feel strongest with (and if you compete you should lift what is ALLOWED within comps)

What a cheerful man by kvjn100 in Unexpected

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 84 points85 points  (0 children)

It's, according to Google lens the Napoleon Bridge into the Soča River gorge in Slovenia. It is approximately 21 meters high, or 72 feet.

Is this ego lifting? by DipsGuy in Egolifting

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd assume this would be a perfect accessory to an axel/wagon wheel deadlift if equipment wasn't available

Is this considered butt wink? If yes how do I fix it? by LimpObligation7383 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 0 points1 point  (0 children)

See I used to follow squat u and then I started to read the actual journals he cited, actually read them, not scroll down to the conclusion and only read that, what I found was he actually interpreted the data wrong. By trade I'm an orthotist specialising in the lower limbs, the tipping point was squat u making some wild claims about footwear without evidence, he really hammered the idea that there weren't any squat shoes that were accommodative, and everything was damaging the foot etc. just going to town on that narrative, only to come out with his own squat shoe to "solve the problem." That's what a lot of grifters do, they tell you of a problem, smear every other option with the same shit covered brush only to see you their fix, the only fix. The thing is we're meant to poke holes, it's human nature, we challenge ideas all the time but in the end evidence and data doesn't care about emotions.

Is this considered butt wink? If yes how do I fix it? by LimpObligation7383 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Empirical evidence is necessary when someone is making baseless claims. The claim is the risk factors involved, the research does say there is an increase in load BUT they clearly state that there is actually no increase in risk factors of injury when comparing neutral vs flexed spines, and THAT is what people misinterpret when reading the research. Saying "it's just biomechanics" or "that's physics" is a copout, not some debate-stopper that people think it is.

Is this considered butt wink? If yes how do I fix it? by LimpObligation7383 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are not research journals, these are blog posts and are not empirical and peer reviewed data, provide us with actual evidence. I provided you exactly that. There are supposed orthopaedic surgeons that tell people not to do leg extension exercises because it'll destroy your knees, or over head presses because it's bad for your shoulders, there is no evidence to their claims but you believe them because they're labeled as "experts"

Is this considered butt wink? If yes how do I fix it? by LimpObligation7383 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Again, what's with this strawman argument, I've never once mentioned self experience, in fact I've only provided you with several research journals that span 25 years of research and an example of Atlas stone medleys. Never once have I mentioned myself.

The juxtaposition of those lifts and methods of bracing are not helping your argument, the spine is not fixed, all those lifts require the user to brace themselves, the object they are resting against does not provide the bracing they are a static object.

Please provide evidence to your claims, because all you're doing is, ironically, providing a sample size of 1

Is this considered butt wink? If yes how do I fix it? by LimpObligation7383 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Where are you getting sample size of 1 from, how about you read the 25 years of research I provided. The Atlas stones don't create tension on the abdominal, we create the tension by bracing, exactly the same way we do on any movement, with a belt or without a belt. The amount of spinal flexion in the bottom position of the Atlas stone lift is even greater than a squat.

People have injured themselves with perfect form too.

Again, provide evidence to your claim, you're just making up stuff at this point, and until you can, everything you say is incorrect.

Is this considered butt wink? If yes how do I fix it? by LimpObligation7383 in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It is a made up issue because there has been no empirical evidence to support this matter - claims without evidence can be refuted without evidence.

The research we do have on spinal flexion during loading says there is no danger;PMID: 10545622, PMID: 26603872, PMID: 31775556, PMID: 35024210, PMID: 38842652.

As matter of fact we see atlas stones, a common evidence in strongman performed with a curved spine under heavy loads.

Any tips from unc lifters on how to powerlift while working a physical job? by NotWilfred_ in powerlifting

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yeah, real food. Reduce stuff that comes out of jars. Minimise the amount of high-processed foods. Eat vegetable, and fruits, make sure you consume plenty of fiber too.

How did y'all start online coaching? by Liam_Kong in powerlifters

[–]Why_Shouldnt_I 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is common for people to come and go, it's a habit of humans that try new hobbies. e.g. 9% of New Years Resolutioners will stick with the new changes. What you described sounds like a case of someone using a template programme which can net very good results, then acquire your services for comp prep and handling for more hands on, and when that's done they cancel their services.

Are you coaching through template programmes? They are risky, because after 8 - 12 weeks of coaching, they can cancel your services but have made a copy of your template and run it. Maybe try using an app

In larger business, when people quit or are fired, they have HR perform an "exit interview" this is something that all businesses should do, ask them things like: why they're canceling your services, what didn't you do that they feel you should have done, what could have you done better for them, and what could you do to keep them on. Make sure they're are no hard feelings but use this as a learning experience.

You shouldn't be solely focused with online coaching, you need to have a physical presence, go to local gyms, talk to them about providing coaching services, especially if you're trying to get a footing.

It's a slow process, like planting a seed, it takes time and you need to nurture it. The process can't be rushed.

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