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    • Christine
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      September 19, 2023 at 5:49 pm
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      #25218

      Ok so I finally got my poop in a group and got in. I ended up benching and deadlifting and it was enjoyable but I definitely need some help adjusting.

      On the bench I cannot figure out my foot position to keep my butt down. I have never had this problem before and I used to go feet back really far-I don’t think I can do that right now I need a bunch more conditioning but, any suggestions on position and setup are very appreciated.

      https://photos.app.goo.gl/w2e1hzdWUkLH7vKR6

      On deadlift it is INSANE the difference getting down to the bar I already love it but-foot position I’m confused and I need to really build my posterior chain I’m all over the place on some of these. But I feel like it could go somewhere really good if I can find my setup again. I got a front and a side so you can see foot width better. Also not sure if I should be trying to sit back more.

      https://photos.app.goo.gl/VeHZf7m9v43zCWjFA

      https://photos.app.goo.gl/aHppvvwyoHa1zH818

      But I guess the important thing is the consistency and I know with that and time things will improve. It’s kicking my ass in a way though I am struggling not to beat myself up and go “you could be ____ if you hadn’t laid off” but-that isn’t going to help.

    • Murph
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      September 20, 2023 at 9:56 am
      Post count: 918
      #25219

      Bench:
      It looks like your butt is down. Hard to tell 100% because the rack is blocking some of it.
      You had a big weight loss and that affects potions and leverages.
      I wouldn’t stress about it too much now.
      I would work on quad and hip mobility to help you move your feet around if needed.

      Deadlift:
      It looks 100% A-OK.
      I see nothing to correct right now.
      Again, you had a big weight loss and that will affect the Deadlift a lot as getting to the bar is EASIER.

      Don’t rush to conclusions on things after one training session.
      Everything here looks great.

      Now, be consistent.
      Be like Wayne.

    • Murph
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      September 20, 2023 at 9:56 am
      Post count: 918
      #25220

      Bench:
      It looks like your butt is down. Hard to tell 100% because the rack is blocking some of it.
      You had a big weight loss and that affects potions and leverages.
      I wouldn’t stress about it too much now.
      I would work on quad and hip mobility to help you move your feet around if needed.

      Deadlift:
      It looks 100% A-OK.
      I see nothing to correct right now.
      Again, you had a big weight loss and that will affect the Deadlift a lot as getting to the bar is EASIER.

      Don’t rush to conclusions on things after one training session.
      Everything here looks great.

      Now, be consistent.
      Be like Wayne.

    • Christine
      Participant
      September 20, 2023 at 10:18 am
      Post count: 471
      #25221

      Thanks and yes I totally agree the consistency is the most important thing.

      Glad the deadlifts were as promising to you as they were me.

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