Join Andrew Lewis, head coach and owner of Starting Strength Indianapolis, as he shares his inspiring journey from a college freshman discovering strength training to becoming a Starting Strength Coach. Despite multiple failed attempts at certification, Andrew's perseverance paid off, leading to the establishment of his own gym.
Misloads occur when the weight on either side isn’t equal because you never mastered how to match shapes and numbers. (Which would also technically make you a “misload.”) This can either lead to a catastrophic accident or make for a hilarious meme. Rip explains the importance of always checking the weight on the bar to make sure it is balanced.
Starting Strength Coach Nick Delgadillo demonstrates the proper way to wear and use wrist wraps.
Lynzee's background in cheerleading, dance, and running meant her fitness routine was always cardio-heavy. Despite her interest in lifting, she felt it was intimidating and thought it was mostly for men. Feeling "under-muscled" and unsure where to start, she discovered Starting Strength Columbus. From the moment she joined, she loved the structured and measurable approach. With every set being coached, Lynzee found the guidance and support she needed, leading to impressive results.
Rip discusses how the weight of plates can vary, emphasizing that you can only determine the exact weight of a plate by actually weighing it.
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