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02-25-2021, 09:36 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread General home preparedness assets in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

Great additions. Thanks.

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02-25-2021, 07:46 PM

AndrewLewis started a thread General home preparedness assets in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

I've been thinking about assets to buy that both hold some value and can be used if needed. I suspect you have some experience in this, and it...

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02-24-2021, 10:15 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Issues with OHP; Need substitute in Programming Modifications

I think focusing on the bench and maybe incline is what you'd have to do. Maybe some dumbbell presses if you can tolerate it. However, I think you...

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02-24-2021, 07:01 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Deadlift technique check in Technique

You're not dropping your hips at all which is good, but the bar is starting behind the midfoot and your shoulders are too far in front of the bar....

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02-22-2021, 11:44 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Issues with OHP; Need substitute in Programming Modifications

What makes you think it's a trigger point? That would be pretty apparent and probably something he would have included in the post.

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02-21-2021, 05:18 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Issues with OHP; Need substitute in Programming Modifications

Do you have a video of your squat you could post here?

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02-20-2021, 04:06 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Deadlift technique check in Technique

I would find a weight that you can hold your back in rigid extension and go from there. Maybe you'll fix your set up and keep your back flat no...

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02-20-2021, 07:04 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread HELP! My clean keeps stalling out at a measley 60kg in Programming Modifications

Everyday. More importantly, I can fix your arm pull, and I would be embarrassed if I couldn't get you to clean more than 60kg in one session....

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02-19-2021, 09:04 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Deadlift technique check in Technique

My pleasure. It's happening when you lift your chest during set up. It happens on every rep at the bottom.

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02-19-2021, 09:02 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread HELP! My clean keeps stalling out at a measley 60kg in Programming Modifications

It will be worth the drive.

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02-19-2021, 08:41 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread HELP! My clean keeps stalling out at a measley 60kg in Programming Modifications

What city do you live in? You should come visit Cuyahoga Falls.

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02-19-2021, 07:20 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread HELP! My clean keeps stalling out at a measley 60kg in Programming Modifications

How often do you see your coach in person?

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02-19-2021, 06:50 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Deadlift technique check in Technique

You're dropping your hips a little and pushing the bar forward of your midfoot. That's not helping you keep your back flat. You appear to be able...

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02-19-2021, 05:55 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread HELP! My clean keeps stalling out at a measley 60kg in Programming Modifications

Hips are better here. They still need to be higher and your weight needs to be over your midfoot. I don't understand why you aren't cleaning over...

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02-17-2021, 07:06 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread HELP! My clean keeps stalling out at a measley 60kg in Programming Modifications

Well, okay then. He should probably fix the technique problem and you should just do what he says.

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02-16-2021, 08:50 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread HELP! My clean keeps stalling out at a measley 60kg in Programming Modifications

You have a coach, but it seems like you wanted a second opinion otherwise you wouldn't be here. I'm not complaining, but either you should do what...

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02-16-2021, 06:58 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread HELP! My clean keeps stalling out at a measley 60kg in Programming Modifications

Your hips start too low, and your arms start bent. You should be able to clean another 20kg at least with this clean. What does your clean at 60kg...

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02-16-2021, 01:52 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Garage gym warrior andybaker.com in General Programming

Do you feel like learning more about travel and travel agency work has made you make poorer and more complex decisions?

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02-15-2021, 01:35 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread High bar squat check in Technique

Why didn't you add weight between now and 48 hours ago?

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02-15-2021, 11:24 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Garage gym warrior andybaker.com in General Programming

May I ask what you do for a living, Nawas?

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02-15-2021, 11:10 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Squat Form Check in Technique

You never know. Pete could pop in here, and tell us it's still really bad. Definitely keep working on it.

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02-15-2021, 11:06 AM

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

You don't need to do squats or even lift weights, but if you're going to do something, you should do it right and well. A platform makes for a flat...

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02-15-2021, 06:42 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Squat Form Check in Technique

Your elbows are still coming up a little. The chest isn't horrible, but it could be tighter. Get your chest up really tight before bending over and...

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02-15-2021, 06:38 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Feedback on my power rack design in Gyms & Equipment

The CAD is in this book. A machine shop won't build this for less than $750. It'll probably be more like $1000-$1500. I never said it would be...

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02-14-2021, 06:21 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Feedback on my power rack design in Gyms & Equipment

I agree. Especially since rectangular tubing and c-channel is so available. You could literally google "weld shop" or "machine shop" near me, go...

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02-13-2021, 05:39 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Feedback on my power rack design in Gyms & Equipment

Am I reading this right? You're going to use hand-tightened threading as a way to bear load that will potentially keep you from dying? Show me...

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02-12-2021, 11:18 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Brent Carter SSC: Wear Your Lifting Shoes When You Deadlift in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

If he were wearing looser pants, you'd still be complaining that you could see his penis.

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02-10-2021, 05:58 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Total testosterone increased by 90% in two years in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

I have recently had some clients and friends with the latter experience. I'm not happy with their doctors.

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02-09-2021, 10:33 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Squat Check for hip pain in Technique

You need to bend at the knee and the hip right away. In these videos, it's just hip. I would post to the injuries forum and see what they think. Link...

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