Seriously, though, good call. I have a leg length imbalance that causes me to shift my weight slightly when squatting, so I probably should’ve thought about that
Stay strong
MR
[quote]sharetrader wrote:
Fourth possibility: leg length imbalance.
Mike Robertson wrote:
Stronger on the left side? Tight on the right side? Weak left glute medius? Could be any (or all) of the above.
Stay strong
MR
Dboy wrote:
Mike,
I have a client that when squatting, squats and her weight (of her legs) shifts towards her left. Kinda like she is trying to sit down on her left cheek. What may this tell us?
mike can u plese be more specicpic
about huw much volume to cut?
so from 15 set pers chest and 6 sets for biceps to go how low in the number of sestw?when im doing this sesiions twice aweek
and even to im dieating hard is 10 weeky sesiions before ashow are agood nunber to do?
I would start by cutting the volume down 20% to start and see how you feel. If it’s still too much, drop it a little more.
I can’t really give you a cut-and-dry answer, as everyone is (and will respond) different.
Stay strong
MR
[quote]amitsapir wrote:
mike can u plese be more specicpic
about huw much volume to cut?
so from 15 set pers chest and 6 sets for biceps to go how low in the number of sestw?when im doing this sesiions twice aweek
and even to im dieating hard is 10 weeky sesiions before ashow are agood nunber to do?[/quote]
She’s trying to quad the weight up. Start the pull with the hips a bit higher and tell her to drive through the heels. Start with rack pulls, if necessary.
She’s also probably got tight hip flexors and lumbar erectors, meaning that she’s substituting lumbar hyperextension for what she lacks in hip extension range of motion. Start her off with some supine bridges to teach her to fire the glutes and understand the difference between lumbar spine motion and pelvic motion. Tell her to pinch something between her buttcheeks as she locks out the lift while standing completely upright.
[quote]David Barr wrote:
MR, what’s with your traffic tonight? You must be giving away more free candy than Dr. Lonman!
Hypothetically speaking, if you have a GF who’s leaning too far back when pulling, such that she has to push the Barr out around here knees, how would you correct this?
On a positive note, she’s really digging in with her heels, AND she set a PR 2 days ago![/quote]
Hmm…could me a multitude of things there. Perhaps you have a tight R glute? This could contribute to the low back pain, as could an erector strain. Other thoughts could include a hip flexor or adductor strain as well, but it’s tough to say.
Do you have access to someone who can do ART or massage? I would be interested in hearing what they find.
Stay strong
MR[/quote]
I think I was a little unclear in one part of my post. My lower back is not in pain, rather it is my hip flexor that hurts when I cross my leg over while laying on my back to stretch my lower back.
My initial thoughts were a hip flexor strain, but it seemed odd to me that they would be hurting(both sides, but the right more so) when I was in the bottom of a squat. I guess they’re contracting there?
Unfortunately I don’t have access to ART or massage other than finding a practitioner and paying for it which is a little difficult right now. If it is strained hip flexors, what would I do to rehab it? Thanks for your time and advice.
I’ll be on again from 7-9 EST to answer any questions you might have (and I’ll get to yours Apayne as well). Feel free to leave questions here in the meantime.
As well, I’ll try to come up with a good topic for discussion while I’m in the gym!
So as I was training in the gym today, I noticed that every time I’m in there, there’s this same lady in there. She’s actually quite hardcore for being probably late 40’s, early 50’s. She squats, deadlifts, lunges, does RDL’s off blocks with rock-solid form, the works. If we both didn’t have on headphones, I would ask her what motivates her because she’s in amazing shape and obviously takes care of herself.
So what motivates you all? What makes you follow the diet? Take the supps? Drag your ass in the gym when you are tired?
MR,
Regarding your cool tip a couple days ago that advised squatting deep for those with ample flexibility etc do you mean a full ass to calves squat or a powerlifting style squat to at least parallel. I have been lifting with a WSB style template to improve athletic performance (ice hockey). My most recent ME squat cycle was a full squat for a triple. Both during the lifts and the days following the workout I was sore in my quads and glutes but not hamstrings. Everything I have read about squatting deep says that it still involves the hamstrings quite a bit but I did not feel it. Is this an indication of bad form/ do these type of squats not really involve the hamstrings that much/ do they involve the hamstings but just dont make them very sore? I would like to get stronger and faster (what athlete doesnt) so do you recommend full squats or a powerlifting style squat?Thanks for your help,
Mike,
When doing front squats, I can’t for the life of me, keep my heels flat and maintain a semi-upright posture. I have no problems staying flat when sitting back deep in a back squat though. Is it from too much tightness in my calves and/or tibialis…my posterior chain is too weak? What is most likely the cause and what can I do to remedy this?
Now to answer your question on what motivates me…
…number one: health (I know that’s not “hardcore” but I want to be around for my family for many years.)
…number two: a desire to improve myself and live the best life I can.
…number three (but very important and motiviating right now) I am preparing to try out for semi-pro football next year and I am more motivated than ever to train now. I finally have a clear purpose that I’m working towards and that makes a HUGE difference, IMO.
I would doubt it’s PC weakness, as the front squat puts more emphasis on the quads.
Due to the VERY upright nature of front squats, I would think you have some restrictions in the lower leg, and possibly the posterior chain as a whole. How tight are you calves, hamstring and tibialis? Have you tried using the foam roller on these areas, or getting some ART/massage? Let me know so I can help!
Stay strong
MR
[quote]Warrior Spirit wrote:
Mike,
When doing front squats, I can’t for the life of me, keep my heels flat and maintain a semi-upright posture. I have no problems staying flat when sitting back deep in a back squat though. Is it from too much tightness in my calves and/or tibialis…my posterior chain is too weak? What is most likely the cause and what can I do to remedy this?
Now to answer your question on what motivates me…
…number one: health (I know that’s not “hardcore” but I want to be around for my family for many years.)
…number two: a desire to improve myself and live the best life I can.
…number three (but very important and motiviating right now) I am preparing to try out for semi-pro football next year and I am more motivated than ever to train now. I finally have a clear purpose that I’m working towards and that makes a HUGE difference, IMO.
I would doubt it’s PC weakness, as the front squat puts more emphasis on the quads.
Due to the VERY upright nature of front squats, I would think you have some restrictions in the lower leg, and possibly the posterior chain as a whole. How tight are you calves, hamstring and tibialis? Have you tried using the foam roller on these areas, or getting some ART/massage? Let me know so I can help!
Stay strong
MR
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I don’t feel excessive tightness in my calves, my tibialis cramps up spontaneously sometimes, though. My hamstrings and hip flexors are usually pretty tight. Also, I’ve had some ankle injuries in the past. No I haven’t tried the foam roller, or ART. Thanks for the reply.
It sounds like you are on the right path; check out the Hardcore Stretching and Feel Better for 10 Bucks articles if you need more info. Good luck!
Stay strong
MR
[quote]Warrior Spirit wrote:
I don’t feel excessive tightness in my calves, my tibialis cramps up spontaneously sometimes, though. My hamstrings and hip flexors are usually pretty tight. Also, I’ve had some ankle injuries in the past. No I haven’t tried the foam roller, or ART. Thanks for the reply.
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I have done powerlifting in high school and played college football so I know the big three well enough, but I weigh a lot less now than I did then.
Right now I am 6’ 2" 190 and I have no aspirations to put on a huge amount of weight in order to help with leverages so my question is would I be more competitive in 0-lifting or does it not make a difference?
I can tell you right now at that weight, unless you are some sort of freak you won’t be competitive in powerlifting unless you put on weight. If you want to stay the same size/weight, O-lifting might be a better option.
If it wasn’t about being competitive, which of the strength sports would interest you most? I would do what you enjoy first and foremost; do that long enough and the results will follow.
Stay strong
MR
[quote]jeep7588 wrote:
Mr. Robertson,
I am considering getting into competitve lifting.
I have done powerlifting in high school and played college football so I know the big three well enough, but I weigh a lot less now than I did then.
Right now I am 6’ 2" 190 and I have no aspirations to put on a huge amount of weight in order to help with leverages so my question is would I be more competitive in 0-lifting or does it not make a difference? [/quote]
