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Should I stay or should I go?
I'm thinking about interrupting my linear progression to lose some weight. I'm getting a little fluffy here. I just hit 240 on my squat. I've slowed the loading down to 2 1/2 lbs because I felt my form wasn't quite keeping up. I would be farther along but my back went out about a month ago so I deloaded and I've missed a few workouts. That's another reason I dropped to 2 1/2 lbs. I think the extra fat may be contributing to the back pain as well.
My numbers are still going up and I am putting on muscle. But given the back trouble and the tightness of the pants, maybe a change is in order. Is there a nutritional answer I can try first, or is it okay to hit the pause button and cut the fat? Or just say fuck it and keep going?
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If you go there will be trouble,
if you stay it will be double.
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Yes, of course. I’m 46, 6’1”, about 241lbs currently. I started on a different program this summer and then discovered Starting Strength. I read up on it and then decided to follow the SS program and I’ve been doing that for a few months now.
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What's your waist around your bellybutton?Originally Posted by Jeff H
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About 47” I’m sad to report.
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You should absolutely lose weight.
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Sorry to jump on this one but... how? Should he continue with barbell training and reduce carbs/fats a bit or drop the barbell and concentrate on other methods? Would some immediate and quicker weight loss be more beneficial than continuing with barbell training and more gentle weight loss?
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Jordan, does the 40" rule of thumb apply to shorter people as well, or would you drop it an inch or two? I'm 5'7" for reference
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I’m similar in stature. What # would you recommend he drop his waist down to? Under 40”?
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