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stef started a thread “Locked” Knees in the Squat | Mark Rippetoe in General Q&A

One of the things we occasionally see is the tendency to leave the knees in slight flexion at the top of the squat. I think this probably comes from...

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03-01-2021, 11:59 AM

stef started a thread Gallon of Milk a Day - When and Why | Robert Santana in General Q&A

Starting Strength Coach and Registered Dietitian Robert Santana discusses the world famous and poorly understood recommendation to drink a gallon of...

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02-28-2021, 04:47 PM

stef replied to a thread hand pain, supinated hand in Managing Injuries

Why do you think it has anything to do with your alternate grip?

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02-26-2021, 12:12 PM

stef started a thread Principles and Standing for Something with Justin Nazaroff | Starting Strength Radio in General Q&A

Justin Nazaroff, General Manager of Fenix Ammunition, joins Mark Rippetoe to discuss ammo shortages, manufacturing, and his company's stance on...

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02-26-2021, 12:10 PM

stef replied to a thread Learning the Squat Clean | Josh Wells in General Q&A

And a finished pull is the difference between a near-limit lift you make and one you miss.

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02-25-2021, 12:02 PM

stef started a thread Learning the Squat Clean | Josh Wells in General Q&A

Starting Strength Coach Josh Wells demonstrates how to learn to squat clean after gaining proficiency with the power clean.

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02-22-2021, 05:10 PM

stef replied to a thread Effects of Brain Injury in Managing Injuries

Here's a story of a young guy who got unlucky with a stroke, you might find it encouraging despite differences in your situation: Strength Training &...

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02-22-2021, 01:12 PM

stef started a thread How to Make Your Own 35-lb Plate | Grant Broggi in General Q&A

Starting Strength Coach Grant Broggi shows you a tried and true method for making your own 35-lb plate when you only have a 25 and a 10 available.

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02-21-2021, 08:28 PM

stef replied to a thread Deadlift causing hip pain in Technique

Can't even tell where you mean from your attempt at a description.

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02-21-2021, 08:19 PM

stef replied to a thread FAQ Index in FAQ

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02-21-2021, 08:18 PM

stef started a thread FAQ Equipment in FAQ

Personal Equipment shoes chalk wraps straps clothes

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02-19-2021, 02:36 PM

stef replied to a thread Elbow pain in Technique

Almost like this should be in the FAQ set up to help with those who don't search, right?

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02-19-2021, 02:31 PM

stef replied to a thread Starting Strength article on the finishing footwork of the power movements? in General Q&A

Because your question shows a complete ignorance of the lifts, experience with physical movement, physics. Less internet, more outside. Go forth...

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02-19-2021, 02:24 PM

stef started a thread Physical Strength is the Most Important Thing in Life | Starting Strength Radio #96 in General Q&A

Mark Rippetoe discusses getting strong as the overarching principle for the Starting Strength Method. Transcript

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02-18-2021, 11:58 AM

stef started a thread Sirloin Tips with Mark Rippetoe | Texas Cafe Classics in General Q&A

Mark Rippetoe makes the classic sirloin tips recipe from the Floral Heights Cafe in Wichita Falls.

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02-17-2021, 05:36 PM

stef started a thread Difficult Things | Jim Steel in General Q&A

My Black Labrador Rebel and I were just driving back to the house yesterday after going to Tractor Supply and buying some slippers. Yes, slippers....

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02-17-2021, 04:39 PM

stef replied to a thread Starting Strength in 30s + Question on initial setup in General Q&A

1. No, except that you're late a whole decade of strength, bone density, etc. 2. You need a barbell and weights to train. Only incredibly weak...

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02-17-2021, 01:00 PM

stef replied to a thread Starting Strength article on the finishing footwork of the power movements? in General Q&A

Or worse. Look Afraid of Buildings Guy, stop posting and start reading. Your questions show that you haven't done the expected background work.

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02-16-2021, 12:43 PM

stef started a thread Using the High-Bar Squat | Mark Rippetoe in General Q&A

I have been asked about this so many times that I guess I should address it, so I can copy and paste the link when I need to. Saves time. Read...

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02-16-2021, 12:40 PM

stef replied to a thread Kids lifting in General Q&A

Ah, the "Mark" tell.

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02-16-2021, 12:37 PM

stef replied to a thread Belt hack in General Q&A

Yep, and you'll also find that things go much better with your cleans and snatches. You'll be able to keep it closer. I put mine on with the...

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02-16-2021, 12:32 PM

stef replied to a thread Starting Strength article on the finishing footwork of the power movements? in General Q&A

Olympic lifting doesn't give points for making noise or taking longer to rack the bar. HTH

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02-15-2021, 02:05 PM

stef started a thread Your Scapulae, Your Shoulders, and The Press | Pete Troupos in General Q&A

Starting Strength Coach Pete Troupos demonstrates the movement of the shoulder joint and scapula when doing heavy presses, and discusses why pressing...

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02-13-2021, 02:46 PM

stef replied to a thread Shirts in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

Hi, Swyou22 -- I'll pass that along to the store you're referencing. It's not The Aasgaard Company store, so it's not Rip's/ours to update.

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02-12-2021, 03:28 PM

stef started a thread Questions from the Lovers - The Positive Experience Episode | Starting Strength Radio in General Q&A

Mark Rippetoe answers call-in questions live from Starting Strength Radio fans while ensuring absolutely no one has a positive experience.

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02-11-2021, 01:04 PM

stef started a thread Wear Your Lifting Shoes When You Deadlift | Brent Carter in General Q&A

Starting Strength Coach Brent Carter gives seminar attendees some of the many reasons to wear weight lifting shoes when deadlifting.

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02-10-2021, 11:33 PM

stef replied to a thread Cancer in FAQ

Lifting on Borrowed Time | Nicole Rutherford November 27th, 2018 was the first day we met Brad. When we sat down to discuss his history related to...

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02-10-2021, 11:32 PM

stef replied to a thread Cancer in FAQ

A Recipe for Survival | Ryan Blom If you lift weights, you should understand the stress/recovery/adaptation process. Your body will go through it...

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02-10-2021, 11:31 PM

stef started a thread Cancer in FAQ

Mark Rippetoe and John Horgan, director of the Center for Science Writings at the Stevens Institute of Technology, discuss smoking, cancer medicine,...

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02-10-2021, 03:52 PM

stef replied to a thread Making your own chalk in General Q&A

There is no need to make "liquid chalk" for lifting weights. When we say "chalk" we mean MgCO3. Since we can't see what you're looking at, maybe...

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