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Post by I AM the Way on Jan 3, 2012 11:40:40 GMT -6
Made this video to illustrate some of the inane attempts at weight training I see on a weekly basis. Of course, the month of January brings them all out of the woodwork. Noobs, you gots some splaynin' to do.
Do you have questions? Want to talk about something you've seen or heard, as far as workouts go? Need advice?
Awake!
Venger As'Nas Satanis Ipsissimus Cult of Cthulhu
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Post by sin on Jan 3, 2012 14:27:44 GMT -6
Have you seen any errs demonstrated by personal trainers? The reason I ask, is my son goes to the gym but has a personal trainer. My concern is the dumb shit that PT's do with their trainees. My son came home hurt a couple of times, but I'm not entirely sure if it was his own doing, or under the guidance of his trainer. He's 16.
I bought him a bench & weight set for Christmas. The bar it came with is shit, I have to buy a new one but he'll be bench pressing at home. Aside the stuff I learned from my Dad, I can't be sure what help to offer him in terms of lifting properly. Any ideas? Resources?
CS
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Post by I AM the Way on Jan 4, 2012 14:12:23 GMT -6
Usually, personal trainers give people the standard line regarding training, diet, cardio, etc. It's a one size fits all. That's not terrible, but the standard doesn't always work for everyone.
No one should come back from a workout hurt. So, I've gotta assume that is on the trainer's head. Sometimes, new gym memberships come with a complimentary hour of personal training. When I was about 16, I focused on a very limited repertoire of movements. Just shoulders, biceps, and chest. Bad idea! Even when in college, I never did squats or deadlifts. Seems ridiculous when I think back on it now. Variety while sticking to the basics is key.
If he isn't going to have a spotter (someone standing behind the bench press ready to help), then I suggest dumbbell bench press instead of barbell. It's a bit safer, the unilateral training corrects muscle imbalances, and allows for a slightly better range of motion.
For proper form and technique, I suggest watching videos on YouTube. After that, maybe he should invest in a bodybuilding book. Just because the book says "bodybuilding" on it, doesn't mean it's just for those genetically gifted, oiled up, muscle bound hulks who compete on a stage. Good advice is good advice.
I own and recommend this one...
Awake!
VS
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Post by sin on Jan 5, 2012 8:02:15 GMT -6
Thanks, good info and helpful resource.
CS
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Post by Timotheus Prophet of Darkness on Jan 6, 2012 13:44:47 GMT -6
Have you seen any errs demonstrated by personal trainers? The reason I ask, is my son goes to the gym but has a personal trainer. My concern is the dumb shit that PT's do with their trainees. My son came home hurt a couple of times, but I'm not entirely sure if it was his own doing, or under the guidance of his trainer. He's 16.
I bought him a bench & weight set for Christmas. The bar it came with is shit, I have to buy a new one but he'll be bench pressing at home. Aside the stuff I learned from my Dad, I can't be sure what help to offer him in terms of lifting properly. Any ideas? Resources?
CSI suggest ordering him the following book,this man knows his stuff and his workouts and advice are solid,I have two of his books and they have lead me to research lots of old training info: www.superstrengthtraining.com/chalk_and_sweat.html
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Post by Timotheus Prophet of Darkness on Jan 6, 2012 13:50:10 GMT -6
Made this video to illustrate some of the inane attempts at weight training I see on a weekly basis. Of course, the month of January brings them all out of the woodwork. Noobs, you gots some splaynin' to do.Do you have questions? Want to talk about something you've seen or heard, as far as workouts go? Need advice?
Awake!
Venger As'Nas Satanis Ipsissimus Cult of Cthulhu
Hey at 3:30-3:31 she sounds like she starts saying Cthulhu
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