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They are kind of uncomfortable on your elbows where you're holding the barbell. But I put a little bit of pipe insulation on there and it no trouble. It's a little bit of a wider stance and I find it simpler technique wise. Basically just sitting down and standing up, overall I feel it's a little simpler than back squats. Hopefully they work out for you

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[–] shittydwarf@sh.itjust.works 1 points 1 day ago (2 children)

I switched to zerchers, for me they seem to work perfectly. I can get all the way down without any struggle and my back feels amazing. I imagine front squats would be very similar. My 1rm was about 340lbs for back squat and now for zerchers its 300, but it took a few months to build up to it

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[–] shittydwarf@sh.itjust.works 2 points 1 day ago (5 children)

Back squats are a young person's game hah, I'm curious to hear what you think about the belt squat machine. I've never tried one but bells of steel sells a residential belt squat that looks pretty sweet..

Weightroom - A community for strength training on Lemmy in c/communitypromo@lemmy.ca

[–] shittydwarf@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 day ago

Planted rulevidence in c/onehundredninetysix@lemmy.blahaj.zone

[–] shittydwarf@sh.itjust.works 127 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Seems like a setup

Welcome to the new home for strength training in the Fediverse in c/Weightroom@sh.itjust.works

[–] shittydwarf@sh.itjust.works 2 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

Absolutely, those are important to most lifters outside of powerlifting maybe. Many of the recommended strength programs include conditioning and mobility work as well as lifting.

5/3/1 prescribes jumps/throws and 3/4 days of conditioning for most templates. GZCL highly recommends it for his programs, and Tactical barbell also has a big focus on conditioning and strength endurance since its marketed towards folks that need to carry heavy stuff at work (military, firefighters etc)

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Weightroom - A community for strength training on Lemmy (sh.itjust.works)

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After humming and hawing about it ever since the Reddit API migration, I decided that if I wanted to see it on Lemmy I really should make it so.

!Weightroom@sh.itjust.works

One of the things that I missed the most from Reddit was the strength training subs, as they were great motivation to stay consistent, and the occasional program parties were a lot of fun. A bunch of folks trying to get through super squats and drinking a gallon of whole milk per day made for some pretty interesting workout reports.

I have not traditionally been a community builder in the past, but I believe there is big a gap in the Fediverse where strength training should be.

Its just getting off the ground so too early to say how its going. But I have picked up a lot of valuable info from this sub and the others on the sidebar, thanks for that

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Weightroom - A community for strength training on Lemmy (sh.itjust.works)

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!Weightroom@sh.itjust.works

One of the things that I missed the most from Reddit was the strength training subs, as they were great motivation to stay consistent, and the occasional program parties were a lot of fun. A bunch of folks trying to get through super squats and drinking a gallon of whole milk per day made for some pretty interesting workout reports.

I have not traditionally been a community builder in the past, but I believe there is big a gap in the Fediverse where strength training should be.

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Weekly Training Log – May 5, 2025 (sh.itjust.works)

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Welcome to this week's Training Log thread

Use this space to:

Share your recent workouts
Reflect on what went well (or didn’t)
Track PRs, new programs, deloads, or changes
Stay accountable with your training
Ask for tips on progression or programming

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Welcome to the new home for strength training in the Fediverse (sh.itjust.works)

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This is a space for anyone interested in barbell and dumbbell routines, building strength, and training with purpose. Whether you’re just starting out, running your fifth 5/3/1 cycle, or hitting home gym PRs, you're in the right place.

What we're about:

Barbell & Dumbbell Training: Proven programs, effective lifts
Progress Over Hype: Consistency, not shortcuts
Supportive Community: Ask questions, share knowledge, get better

Start Here:

We strongly recommend checking out the Fitness Wiki the best free resource for lifting info, beginner guides, and programs.

Weekly Threads (updated regularly):

Training log - Mondays
TBD

We are just getting up and running so please bare with me. I have not traditionally been a community builder in the past, but I believe there is big a gap in the Fediverse where strength training should be.