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by IronMike92
Sun Mar 16, 2025 9:10 pm
Forum: Exercise Techniques & Form Check
Topic: 🌟 Overhead Press: Shoulder-Saving Tips
Replies: 12
Views: 221

Re: 🌟 Overhead Press: Shoulder-Saving Tips

FitFamTom wrote: Sun Mar 16, 2025 9:09 pm My shoulders ache every time I overhead press—stuck at 65 lbs.
Am I doing something wrong?
FitFamTom, check your grip!
I had pain ‘til I narrowed it—thumbs just outside shoulders. Eased the ache big time.
by IronMike92
Sat Mar 15, 2025 4:26 am
Forum: Exercise Techniques & Form Check
Topic: 🚨 Common Form Mistakes Newbies Make
Replies: 12
Views: 244

Re: 🚨 Common Form Mistakes Newbies Make

Rounded backs are a classic!
NewbieGains, focus on keeping your chest up—pretend you’re showing off a logo on your shirt.
Fixed mine that way.
by IronMike92
Sat Mar 15, 2025 4:15 am
Forum: Workout Programs & Routines
Topic: ⚡ Plateau Busters: Breaking Your Rut
Replies: 12
Views: 250

Re: ⚡ Plateau Busters: Breaking Your Rut

Plateaus are the worst!
Hit one at 185 bench—switched to 5/3/1 and did a deload week at 70%.
Busted it in 3 weeks! Who else uses 5/3/1?
by IronMike92
Sat Mar 15, 2025 3:56 am
Forum: Workout Programs & Routines
Topic: 🌱 Beginner Programs: Where to Start
Replies: 13
Views: 259

Re: 🌱 Beginner Programs: Where to Start

Hey all, I’m just starting out—literally week 1! I’ve heard about StrongLifts 5x5, but is it really good for a total noob like me? I can barely squat the bar lol. Welcome, NewbieGains! StrongLifts is solid—starts simple with squats, bench, and rows. I did it for 6 months and went from a 45-lb squat ...