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Yesterday, 09:31 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Question about advanced novice programming in ppst3 in General Programming

These are good questions, but they are all basically answered by "logical trial-and-error" and "experience". You could follow the books as...

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Yesterday, 09:16 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Texas Power Bars....AWFUL in Gyms & Equipment

I agree, Sib. It's a fantastic bar. Let's get this thread back on track, you and me. I like the knurl more than the B&R 2.0, and I think the pin...

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03-05-2021, 04:01 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Texas Power Bars....AWFUL in Gyms & Equipment

I would think this is a joke or troll post if this account weren't from 2008. He got really upset after the smallest adversity.

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03-04-2021, 06:50 AM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Texas Power Bars....AWFUL in Gyms & Equipment

Ok. I don't know what you want from me. I don't work for them. I was just saying I had a good customer experience. If they're not answering their...

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03-03-2021, 08:53 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Texas Power Bars....AWFUL in Gyms & Equipment

I ordered a custom bar from them in early 2020. They were timely, courteous, answered my calls, and made sure I was happy with the design and result....

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03-01-2021, 04:07 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Power clean form check in Technique

You have a tiny arm pull. Keep your elbows locked out and pointed forward as long as you can from the bottom. Look 8-10 feet in front of you.

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03-01-2021, 03:59 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Question about advanced novice programming in ppst3 in General Programming

These programming explanations are just concepts you can use to modify the stress-recovery-adaptation cycle. There aren't a lot of absolute rules...

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03-01-2021, 01:35 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Do Hardgainers Really Exist? in Nutrition & Recovery

Eating is also a skill. You'll learn what makes things easier over time. For example, drinking whole milk with whey powder and peanut butter is an...

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02-28-2021, 09:18 PM

AndrewLewis replied to a thread Emphasis on Strength as Proxy for Health vs. Muscle? in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

Every 50lb I have added to my squat and deadlift, I've noticed an improvement in my life. When I was squatting 315, I didn't think 365 would make my...

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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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