# Other Discussions **URL:** https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/c/other-discussion/21.md?page=2 [Latest](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/tags.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [HLM Modified](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/hlm-modified/2004)
**Author:** [@AnonND](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/AnonND)\ **Replies:** 1639\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2024, 8:53pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/hlm-modified/2004 "2024-09-24T20:53:57Z")
All Time PRs Exercise PR BW Date 1 Mile Run 5:52@9 182 08/05/2020 3 Mile Run 18:55@10 176 06/03/2021 Squat 345 x 2@9 195 01/01/2015 Bench 295 x 1@9 195 01/01/2015 Deadlift 445 x 1@9 195 01/01/2015 Pres… --- ## [Starting Full-Time Manual Labor Job](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/starting-full-time-manual-labor-job/2125)
**Author:** [@ColoradoMinesCole](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/ColoradoMinesCole)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2024, 11:27am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/starting-full-time-manual-labor-job/2125 "2024-09-13T11:27:09Z")
Hello Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and/or Dr. Austin Baraki, I am starting a job that entails doing maintenance, moving objects, and more for 8 hours a day 5 days a week. Obviously going from sedentary outside of lifting to on… --- ## [Home Gym Equipment Advice](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/home-gym-equipment-advice/6282)
**Author:** [@c\_e\_UofU](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/c_e_UofU)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2024, 12:40pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/home-gym-equipment-advice/6282 "2024-09-12T12:40:17Z")
Looking to assemble versatile pieces of equipment for home use. Budget isn’t a huge concern (not that I’m trying to spend top dollar, either), but space is. I’m hoping to invest a little at a time over the next 6 months.… --- ## [Trouble with jeans](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/trouble-with-jeans/14233)
**Author:** [@Mike\_palmer](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Mike_palmer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2024, 10:05pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/trouble-with-jeans/14233 "2024-01-01T22:05:55Z")
Hey guys. I went shopping yesterday and found my jean size now is 44 after wearing a 38 for years anyone else have issues when putting muscle on?. I haven’t completely ruled out weight gain but I have been tracking intak… --- ## [Dumbell-Only Vacation Workout](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/dumbell-only-vacation-workout/14744)
**Author:** [@kebochu](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/kebochu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2024, 1:35am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/dumbell-only-vacation-workout/14744 "2024-08-26T01:35:35Z")
Hi! I’m going to Japan for a couple weeks, but unfortunately the local gym is limited to dumbells only. I’m sure I’ll have lost some strength by the time I return, but what can I do to mitigate the loss? Currently my 1 … --- ## [Is locking out really that good/bad?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/is-locking-out-really-that-good-bad/14743)
**Author:** [@Ahebera](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Ahebera)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2024, 12:25am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/is-locking-out-really-that-good-bad/14743 "2024-08-26T00:25:03Z")
I hear a lot of people say that locking out is good and others saying it’s bad. Even more confusing, I get pain only on the lockout when squatting (no need to link the article, I already read it that’s not the point), bu… --- ## [Need a Primary Care Physician in Nashville, TN](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/need-a-primary-care-physician-in-nashville-tn/14643)
**Author:** [@Russwade11](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Russwade11)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2024, 8:08pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/need-a-primary-care-physician-in-nashville-tn/14643 "2024-08-19T20:08:14Z")
I’m 48 year old male and my current primary care physician has moved out of state to be closer to family. I would like to know if there any primary care physicians in the Middle Tennessee area who also follow along with … --- ## [How to get into coaching?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/how-to-get-into-coaching/14401)
**Author:** [@backyardbarbell](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/backyardbarbell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2024, 11:37pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/how-to-get-into-coaching/14401 "2024-08-13T23:37:45Z")
Hi, I am a university student and have been training consistently for the last few months and have seen great results following the advice of Jordan and Austin. I have also been researching and reading a lot about progr… --- ## [Any advice for university entrants?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/any-advice-for-university-entrants/8688)
**Author:** [@Mirrase](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Mirrase)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 1:39pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/any-advice-for-university-entrants/8688 "2024-08-02T13:39:28Z")
Do you have any tips on how to write a good application essay for a medical university? I need to do this while I have the opportunity to submit documents. I have a few drafts, but I’m not sure if they are good enough. --- ## [Good Lifts, Bad Lifts](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/good-lifts-bad-lifts/1882)
**Author:** [@t\_angeiras](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/t_angeiras)\ **Replies:** 396\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2024, 9:36pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/good-lifts-bad-lifts/1882 "2024-07-08T21:36:52Z")
Hey guys. Decided to start the log since I guess the programming is gonna be increasingly complex and harder. Making it public may be a good thing to improve discipline. Age 27, 179cm (5’10’‘), 88kg (194lb), waist 35’'… --- ## [BBM Bodybuilding II](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/bbm-bodybuilding-ii/14467)
**Author:** [@Derek\_Binford](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Derek_Binford)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2024, 2:55am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/bbm-bodybuilding-ii/14467 "2024-07-06T02:55:40Z")
Week 2 Day 1 A1) Landmine T Bar Pendlay Row - 115x8x3 sets, rest 90-120, go up next week A2) 45 degree incline DB press - 50x10, 55x10, 60x10, rest 90-120, go 60s for all sets next week B1) Meadows row right - 50x12x3… --- ## [Rowing Template Question](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/rowing-template-question/14649)
**Author:** [@natewhiskey](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/natewhiskey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2024, 6:23pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/rowing-template-question/14649 "2024-07-04T18:23:55Z")
Hi, I am feeling a little burnt out from powerlifting, and decided to switch to this more conditioning-forward template. I am wondering if the recommended conditioning sessions are supposed to go in the order they are … --- ## [Mouth guards?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/mouth-guards/6305)
**Author:** [@DkMetz](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/DkMetz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2024, 10:22am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/mouth-guards/6305 "2024-07-02T10:22:44Z")
Are mouth guards useful for powerlifting? I see guys at my gym use them and plenty of advertising. If they are recommended, what is a good brand? Thanks. --- ## [Filming affecting training time](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/filming-affecting-training-time/2231)
**Author:** [@t\_angeiras](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/t_angeiras)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2024, 5:38am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/filming-affecting-training-time/2231 "2024-06-28T05:38:12Z")
Hey guys. I am convinced now that filming my sets and reviewing them while resting harms my training time and time between sets (hard to keep it under 4 min, sometimes even under 5). However, I have been finding it very… --- ## [Relationship between our body and food](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/relationship-between-our-body-and-food/14628)
**Author:** [@1leechristopher](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/1leechristopher)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2024, 4:50pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/relationship-between-our-body-and-food/14628 "2024-06-24T16:50:11Z")
Hi all! How do you balance enjoying your favorite foods while still managing your weight sustainably? Please share your tips as I am having hard time dieting as a beginner. Thank you! --- ## [Training with a new born](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/training-with-a-new-born/6074)
**Author:** [@Pat\_Hughes](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Pat_Hughes)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2024, 1:55pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/training-with-a-new-born/6074 "2024-06-24T13:55:09Z")
Hi there - my wife and I have just found out we’re expecting our first child. Super excited, but I am thinking long term about training following the birth. I’ll obviously want to spend as much time as possible with my n… --- ## [Cole's 40+ Training and Conditioning](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/coles-40-training-and-conditioning/14253)
**Author:** [@Cole](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Cole)\ **Replies:** 98\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2024, 3:39pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/coles-40-training-and-conditioning/14253 "2024-06-07T15:39:28Z")
Cole 5’10, 225 40 yr old Creating a new log for me since Im 40 now i have readjusted some goals of mine to align with general health as opposed to PL. My new goals: Engage in regular physical activity (~270min/wk) M… --- ## [Problems with Beginner Template Excel Spreadsheet](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/problems-with-beginner-template-excel-spreadsheet/9788)
**Author:** [@Creeks](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Creeks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2024, 1:35pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/problems-with-beginner-template-excel-spreadsheet/9788 "2024-06-03T13:35:28Z")
Has anyone had this issue with the Beginner Template Excel spreadsheet? The numbers for Week 1 are being put in all the remaining weeks’ slots as well. Any and all assistance would be greatly appreciated! --- ## [Beginner Struggles](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/beginner-struggles/11152)
**Author:** [@86kg](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/86kg)\ **Replies:** 109\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2024, 11:55pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/beginner-struggles/11152 "2024-05-24T23:55:08Z")
I’m starting this log in hopes of motivating me to persist through a sudden and significant decline in strength. One month ago I hit 180lb back squat for 4 reps @ RPE 10. It has been declining ever since. Yesterday I fai… --- ## [Gym commute](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/gym-commute/14574)
**Author:** [@Ewan90](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Ewan90)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2024, 11:16pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/gym-commute/14574 "2024-05-19T23:16:34Z")
Hi guys, I’m currently training in a 24/7 commercial gym, 10 minutes from where I live. A well equipped new gym has opened around 10 miles from where I live and would result in 20-30 minutes commute. My question is do y… --- ## [Back in Motion - Book Review](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/back-in-motion-book-review/14545)
**Author:** [@RaphaelCaesar](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/RaphaelCaesar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2024, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/back-in-motion-book-review/14545 "2024-05-03T20:09:19Z")
Hello Barbell Medicine, I just finished listening to the recent research review podcast and the discussion on Huberman’s back pain podcast. Out of curiosity, I was just wondering if barbell medicine has read Stefi Cohe… --- ## [Favorite recipes: protein shake, chicken & eggs, Hummus](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/favorite-recipes-protein-shake-chicken-eggs-hummus/13437)
**Author:** [@fresharic](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/fresharic)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2024, 9:43pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/favorite-recipes-protein-shake-chicken-eggs-hummus/13437 "2024-05-02T21:43:10Z")
I just thought I’d share these recipes as they’ve worked pretty well for me. I use MyFitnessPal to calculate the macros, but I’m sure there are other (and possibly better) options. I tend to not add salt - it’s one of th… --- ## [Is a ketogenic diet complete BS?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/is-a-ketogenic-diet-complete-bs/5618)
**Author:** [@DkMetz](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/DkMetz)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2024, 1:44pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/is-a-ketogenic-diet-complete-bs/5618 "2024-04-18T13:44:44Z")
My wife wants to lose weight but does’t want to exercise and feels the keto diet fad is the way to go. She wants to lose weight but not increase any activity levels. A local resident “Keto Guru” is going to charge $300/m… --- ## [Muscle problems that doctors have had no luck resolving](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/muscle-problems-that-doctors-have-had-no-luck-resolving/14497)
**Author:** [@PBabin](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/PBabin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2024, 9:49pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/muscle-problems-that-doctors-have-had-no-luck-resolving/14497 "2024-04-10T21:49:14Z")
The problem is with muscles becoming fatigued VERY quickly. This used to happen when I worked them very hard but now happens in a few minutes (sometimes less) of doing normal things. They will start with cramping/burning… --- ## [is the key to build muscle still progressive overload in hypertrophy rep range?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/is-the-key-to-build-muscle-still-progressive-overload-in-hypertrophy-rep-range/14491)
**Author:** [@iodine](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/iodine)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2024, 3:43pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/is-the-key-to-build-muscle-still-progressive-overload-in-hypertrophy-rep-range/14491 "2024-04-08T15:43:13Z")
Couple years ago (like 10+) i learnt that progressive overload…in hypertrophy rep range 8-12 reps… doing ub/lb split 2 times a week the best tactic for building muscle. Progressive overload meaning gradually increasing … --- ## [Bench Template?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/bench-template/14409)
**Author:** [@jph12210](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/jph12210)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2024, 8:16pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/bench-template/14409 "2024-03-07T20:16:59Z")
I am a Barbell Medicine Template enthusiast. I believe Jordan Feigenbaum created them. Thank you Jordan. Just came off Hypertrophy II and moving into Powerlifting I. However, when looking for the next block I actually we… --- ## [Wilhelm's Will To Power](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/wilhelms-will-to-power/4734)
**Author:** [@Wilhelm](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Wilhelm)\ **Replies:** 1142\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 7:34pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/wilhelms-will-to-power/4734 "2024-03-06T19:34:24Z")
Logging 2019 and forward here. 57 years old 5’ 9.5" Currently 195 to 200 lbs daily. Started lifting December 2016 First powerlifting meet was February 2018. (USAPL) Goal was to total over 1,000lbs, and not get redligh… --- ## [Dan John easy strength](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/dan-john-easy-strength/14082)
**Author:** [@HealthisWealth](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/HealthisWealth)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2024, 5:36am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/dan-john-easy-strength/14082 "2024-03-05T05:36:41Z")
Anyone over run this program before and if so what are your thoughts? I like the idea of lifting 5 days a week and seems to require lifting at a lower RPE / not chasing fatigue. --- ## [Cardio between sets](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/cardio-between-sets/14394)
**Author:** [@cliffordsimmons](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/cliffordsimmons)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 10:22pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/cardio-between-sets/14394 "2024-03-02T22:22:04Z")
So I’ve recently gotten into the habbit of doing some sort of cardio in between working sets of weights. for example, if I am benching I would do a 2 minutes of jump rope and then go to my next set. if I was doing squa… --- ## [Compressed Disc and Nerve Pain](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/compressed-disc-and-nerve-pain/14313)
**Author:** [@jcovey123](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/jcovey123)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2024, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/compressed-disc-and-nerve-pain/14313 "2024-01-30T19:22:00Z")
Hi All, I am a current powerlifter who has used this organization for coaching in the past and my wife is someone who casually lifts for her health. I wanted to ask a question on behalf of my wife because I don’t know ho… [Previous page](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/c/other-discussion/21.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/c/other-discussion/21.md?page=3)