Approved Log My Training Log - First Cycle Log

[SpoonT]

This is just the post workout summary it gives but if I go back and look at Monday I can get all my weights and reps etc.

 

[SpoonT]

Going at the busy time of day is the ****ing worst. But got in and got my sets done, even if i had to switch up most of the exercises.

 

[SpoonT]

 

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[SpoonT]

Got my last workout for the week done, still hating on squats though, I've been avoiding them for weeks, not sure what to do with them with my flat feet, use my othotics? Lifting shoes? Lifting shoes with or without othotics? Plate under my heels? Dunno tried all of the above still always feels wrong.

 

[SpoonT]

 

[powerlifterbro]

Got my last workout for the week done, still hating on squats though, I've been avoiding them for weeks, not sure what to do with them with my flat feet, use my othotics? Lifting shoes? Lifting shoes with or without othotics? Plate under my heels? Dunno tried all of the above still always feels wrong.

Squats can be tricky with flat feet. Good idea to get some lifting shoes, they’ve got a solid base and a bit of heel lift to help you squat better. You can put your orthotics in the shoes if they feel comfy, but if that feels weird just stick to the shoes alone. With placing a plate under your heels this can help you stay balanced but I wouldn't rely on that too much. If you get the shoes, focus on keeping your whole foot flat on the ground and make sure your knees line up with your toes. Try to work on some ankle stretches to help with your squat but do light weights until you perfect your form.

 

[SpoonT]

Squats can be tricky with flat feet. Good idea to get some lifting shoes, they’ve got a solid base and a bit of heel lift to help you squat better. You can put your orthotics in the shoes if they feel comfy, but if that feels weird just stick to the shoes alone. With placing a plate under your heels this can help you stay balanced but I wouldn't rely on that too much. If you get the shoes, focus on keeping your whole foot flat on the ground and make sure your knees line up with your toes. Try to work on some ankle stretches to help with your squat but do light weights until you perfect your form.

I've got lifting shoes already, I might try them again without the othotics. Appreciate the advice.

 

[SpoonT]

 

[flexymcflexface]

Good work man keep it going

 

[YAT35Y]

Got my last workout for the week done, still hating on squats though, I've been avoiding them for weeks, not sure what to do with them with my flat feet, use my othotics? Lifting shoes? Lifting shoes with or without othotics? Plate under my heels? Dunno tried all of the above still always feels wrong.

I’ve always wanted to squat but have never really been able to. I’ve got shocking shoulder mobility and struggle to hold the bar.

So nowadays I just substitute it with other exercises ie hack squat, leg press etc and just vary feet position if you want more quad/hammy dominant lifts

 

[SpoonT]

I’ve always wanted to squat but have never really been able to. I’ve got shocking shoulder mobility and struggle to hold the bar.

So nowadays I just substitute it with other exercises ie hack squat, leg press etc and just vary feet position if you want more quad/hammy dominant lifts

I get that, that's what I normally substitute with but It's frustrating cause I know traditional squats are so good for a big dominant compound movement. Which is what I want in that spot in my program.

 

[SpoonT]

 

[YAT35Y]

I get that, that's what I normally substitute with but It's frustrating cause I know traditional squats are so good for a big dominant compound movement. Which is what I want in that spot in my program.

I’m gonna try front squats in the Smith machine soon I reckon.

 

[SpoonT]

I’m gonna try front squats in the Smith machine soon I reckon.

That's a good plan. Otherwise could always try one of these if you can.

 

[ironguru]

That's a good plan. Otherwise could always try one of these if you can. View attachment 2592

Love that! My go-to for front squats. I'm lucky my gym has it cause a lot of gyms unfortunately don't.

Also, your progress updates are great. Consistency is the absolute key

 

[SpoonT]

Love that! My go-to for front squats. I'm lucky my gym has it cause a lot of gyms unfortunately don't.

Also, your progress updates are great. Consistency is the absolute key

Thanks mate, determined to keep at it.

 

[SpoonT]

 

[SpoonT]

Another week pushing hard despite frustration at a lack of progress but hit lots of new records today.

And as frustrated as I am at what feels like a lack of progress and that damn chubby fat gut not going away, I am reminded why I take loads of progress photos.

Just gotta keep going without going insane and patiently waiting to for my funds to improve so I can cheat a little.

 

[SpoonT]