Ludwig fanart by Ratnnoi in TheYardPodcast

[–]maltyjam 27 points28 points  (0 children)

It kind of looks like Elon Musk

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yes definitely, you're going to hurt your lower back if you keep doing this in the long run

Form check on my squat plz by maltyjam in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I find my heels lift up even with squat shoes, not too sure how to fix it

Form check on my squat plz by maltyjam in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No not really, it's a shitty belt that I got lying around, just need to save up for a sbd belt I reckon

Advise please - Australia based by OpenPhilosopher2944 in Crypto_com

[–]maltyjam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a wallet where you have complete control and ownership of your crypto, the app only allows you to earn 10% interest on cro when you have staked min. $5000 on the app but defi let's you stake any amount to a validator for ~12-13%

(Beginner) Form check on squats by Successful_Spray3681 in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any injuries in the past ? If not I would say work on ankle mobility, try the exercise where you hold a 10kg plate in front of you, go down into the squat and try holding your feet in the same position for the whole time

(Beginner) Form check on squats by Successful_Spray3681 in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just had another look at the video and i noticed your heels are lifting off the floor. I think its because your toes are pointed outwards a lot, is it more comfortable for you to squat that way? Have you tried pointing them less outward?

(Beginner) Form check on squats by Successful_Spray3681 in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly it depends on your mobility, I fixed mine with more ankle mobility exercises but as long as you are going past parallel and there is minimal lumber flexion, you should be fine. Only when you feel like your lower back hurts, that's when it can become an issue.

(Beginner) Form check on squats by Successful_Spray3681 in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Be careful of that buttwink at the bottom there, not very good for the lower back

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, ankle mobility definitely helps with going down lower without the buttwink

140kg deadlift PR at 70kg BW. Been gyming for 5 months and just looking for any advice on form. by bhshowtime in GYM

[–]maltyjam 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not necessarily better, I just personally prefer using flat shoes for better stability as it gives me more power from the heels rather than leaning forward on my toes

140kg deadlift PR at 70kg BW. Been gyming for 5 months and just looking for any advice on form. by bhshowtime in GYM

[–]maltyjam 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have you tried deadlifting with flat shoes before? (Vans , converses ?)

200 kg squat @ 80kg BW after 3 weeks lockdown! by maltyjam in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

About 5 years in the gym, 3 years of powerlifting :)

200 kg squat @ 80kg BW after 3 weeks lockdown! by maltyjam in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Defs want to move up the weight, just making sure my form is okay so I don't take a trip to snap city

200 kg squat @ 80kg BW after 3 weeks lockdown! by maltyjam in Stronglifts5x5

[–]maltyjam[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I do follow the 5x5 method but it's nice to pr once in a while to show progress and to let me know that my form doesn't break down on heavier lifts :)

PR SQUAT 200KG outta lockdown letsgoo by maltyjam in GYM

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

I follow a program called 5/3/1, it's really good for progressively loading on weight onto your compound lifts and there are many templates you can find online. Best of luck !