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**Author:** [@jeff788](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/jeff788)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 9:22pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/suggestions-on-finding-perimenopause-care/20128 "2026-09-26T21:22:25Z")
Hi Guys, your recent series on menopause has been super helpful for my wife and myself as we are trying to navigate the medical system. She is mid 40’s probably in perimenopause (extremely heavy menstrual bleeding, anemi… --- ## [Anyone else use a food scale for tracking meals?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/anyone-else-use-a-food-scale-for-tracking-meals/20080)
**Author:** [@Joshua1](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Joshua1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 7:57pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/anyone-else-use-a-food-scale-for-tracking-meals/20080 "2026-09-26T19:57:54Z")
I have been trying to get more consistent with tracking my food, especially rice, oats and other foods that are easy to eyeball wrong. I am thinking about getting a basic food scale that measures in grams and ounces. Doe… --- ## [Preventing shoulder injuries](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/preventing-shoulder-injuries/20028)
**Author:** [@MaxPower](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/MaxPower)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 7:39pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/preventing-shoulder-injuries/20028 "2026-09-26T19:39:45Z")
I currently have a minor shoulder injury that I am gradually working my way out of, and fortunately, things are going well. There are countless small shoulder exercises on YouTube that are supposed to prevent shoulder i… --- ## [Ryan Benson's training log](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/ryan-bensons-training-log/179)
**Author:** [@RynoB](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/RynoB)\ **Replies:** 418\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 3:01pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/ryan-bensons-training-log/179 "2026-09-26T15:01:23Z")
Hi Guys. My name is Ryan Benson, I’ve been working with Jordan since 2014. I’m always trying to get stronger. I just love this shit. Currently, I’m a director of personal training for a personal training company located … --- ## [Weight loss medication ](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/weight-loss-medication/20092)
**Author:** [@Dilip011111](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Dilip011111)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 2:37am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/weight-loss-medication/20092 "2026-09-26T02:37:52Z")
Hey there, I’ve listened to almost all of the Barbell Medicine podcasts so far, some of them multiple times, and I think my podcast listening time was close to 4,000 mins according to my Spotify Wrapped last year :joy:. … --- ## [Protein Scaries Article (and nuance)](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/protein-scaries-article-and-nuance/20120)
**Author:** [@RVR](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/RVR)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 5:09pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/protein-scaries-article-and-nuance/20120 "2026-09-25T17:09:09Z")
Hi docs, Great audio article (is there a name for this I’m not using?) re: protein scaries. I’ve been following you guys for a decent amount of time, but this was a good overview especially for people unfamiliar with yo… --- ## [Recurring low back pain and injuries](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/recurring-low-back-pain-and-injuries/20123)
**Author:** [@ReignSup](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/ReignSup)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 4:33pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/recurring-low-back-pain-and-injuries/20123 "2026-09-25T16:33:04Z")
Hi, ​I’m looking for some coaching input on a recurring issue that keeps derailing my training. ​About twice a year over the last few years, I get hit with severe lower back stiffness/spasms, and with pain down into my… --- ## [Oils and Boring Advice](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/oils-and-boring-advice/20038)
**Author:** [@Ironhauler77](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Ironhauler77)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 6:19pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/oils-and-boring-advice/20038 "2026-09-24T18:19:06Z")
Hi, I saw your Instagram post about oils. My practical problem is that some of the younger people in my household, who are old enough to cook for the family, follow various sketchy TikTok “doctors". They’re now convince… --- ## [Vegetarian type diet and manganese intake](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/vegetarian-type-diet-and-manganese-intake/20071)
**Author:** [@Densans](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Densans)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 6:00pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/vegetarian-type-diet-and-manganese-intake/20071 "2026-09-24T18:00:27Z")
Hi. I recently ran my standard day I eat monday to friday which is basically a vegan diet but with some whey protein in it. I noticed that I am getting very high amounts of manganese and am getting conflicting informat… --- ## [Knee rehab template suitable for me?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/knee-rehab-template-suitable-for-me/19975)
**Author:** [@maddyaurelie](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/maddyaurelie)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 2:15pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/knee-rehab-template-suitable-for-me/19975 "2026-09-24T14:15:47Z")
Hi everyone, I’m considering purchasing the Knee Rehab Template and would appreciate your opinion on whether it would be appropriate for my current situation. I’m a 31-year-old female and have been strength training co… --- ## [When is it reasonable to start a calorie deficit after an acute adductor injury?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/when-is-it-reasonable-to-start-a-calorie-deficit-after-an-acute-adductor-injury/20119)
**Author:** [@sebampuerom](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/sebampuerom)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 3:14pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/when-is-it-reasonable-to-start-a-calorie-deficit-after-an-acute-adductor-injury/20119 "2026-09-23T15:14:31Z")
Hi everyone, I would appreciate some guidance on when it would be sensible to begin a weight cut (~700-800kcal deficit for 4-5 weeks) phase after an acute adductor injury. I competed in a raw powerlifting meet on Satur… --- ## [Training During Long-Term Travel (4 Months)](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/training-during-long-term-travel-4-months/20116)
**Author:** [@Dylan\_M](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Dylan_M)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 3:20pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/training-during-long-term-travel-4-months/20116 "2026-09-22T15:20:53Z")
Hi Team, In about 4 weeks, I am taking off on a roughly (undefined) 4 month backpacking trip through South America. I won’t be traveling super frequently (i.e. I’ll be in most places for at least 2 weeks at a time, and … --- ## [Jbourde Training Log](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/jbourde-training-log/14550)
**Author:** [@jbourde](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/jbourde)\ **Replies:** 164\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 7:16pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/jbourde-training-log/14550 "2026-09-21T19:16:46Z")
Hi Everyone, My name is James and I am currently running The Beginner Prescription. I have been lifting on and off for the past few years and usually use Starting Strength programming. I will often run the NLP and get t… --- ## [Calf raises and running](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/calf-raises-and-running/20115)
**Author:** [@MaxPower](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/MaxPower)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 3:00pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/calf-raises-and-running/20115 "2026-09-20T15:00:44Z")
Those I know who run a lot do calf raises to prevent running injuries. Is it important to isolate the calf muscle to prevent running injuries? Or is it enough with general leg training like squats, lunges, deadlifts, e… --- ## [Non-food-grade plastic containers](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/non-food-grade-plastic-containers/20117)
**Author:** [@Fahve\_Nights\_at\_Fred](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Fahve_Nights_at_Fred)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2026, 4:06pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/non-food-grade-plastic-containers/20117 "2026-09-19T16:06:43Z")
Is it safe to store dry foods like lentils, TVP, peanuts etc in a non-food-grade plastic container( like an ikea storage box for example)? --- ## [Lp(a) Horizon trial](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/lp-a-horizon-trial/20114)
**Author:** [@quark](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/quark)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2026, 3:21pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/lp-a-horizon-trial/20114 "2026-09-19T15:21:12Z")
What’s your take on the Novartis Horizon trial? Their drug appeared to do a good job of reducing Lp(a), but “did not meet its primary endpoint of reducing the risk of cardiovascular events” compared to placebo. --- ## [What Program to try next?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/what-program-to-try-next/19817)
**Author:** [@jbourde](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/jbourde)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 9:07pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/what-program-to-try-next/19817 "2026-09-16T21:07:58Z")
Hey Jordan, I am finishing up the New Beginner Program 2nd Generation and I can’t say enough great things about the program! I ended up finishing hitting a 275lbs Squat, 310lbs Deadlift and was benching around 215lbs t… --- ## [Acute L4 symptoms with PR Deadlift in first meet](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/acute-l4-symptoms-with-pr-deadlift-in-first-meet/20033)
**Author:** [@jghaeberlemd](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/jghaeberlemd)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 2:22pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/acute-l4-symptoms-with-pr-deadlift-in-first-meet/20033 "2026-09-15T14:22:07Z")
I’m 59, and my wife and I completed our first meet two weeks ago. With last deadlift (which got white lights) I had acute left L4 “cramping” … I coached myself to avoid catastrophization, and tried to enjoy the moment. … --- ## [Rehab Templates - Chronic and Acute](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/rehab-templates-chronic-and-acute/20112)
**Author:** [@David\_Oswald](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/David_Oswald)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 2:04pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/rehab-templates-chronic-and-acute/20112 "2026-09-14T14:04:06Z")
The way the descriptions for the rehab templates are worded, it seems like they are “a return from injury”. And maybe I am just reading things wrong, but do they work for chronic symptoms as well? I had three lower back… --- ## [Hybrid 5k Performance Template](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/hybrid-5k-performance-template/20102)
**Author:** [@tinydansir](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/tinydansir)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 2:02pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/hybrid-5k-performance-template/20102 "2026-09-14T14:02:38Z")
Hello friends, 47M 172lbs 5’11. Former marathoner, but took ~10 years off with new kids and a stressful job. Was 155lbs when I started lifting last May. All the way back to square one unfortunately. I’ve been runnin… --- ## [Program recommendation to combine with knee rehab](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/program-recommendation-to-combine-with-knee-rehab/19987)
**Author:** [@maddyaurelie](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/maddyaurelie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 4:54pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/program-recommendation-to-combine-with-knee-rehab/19987 "2026-09-12T16:54:00Z")
Hi everyone, I’m starting the Knee Rehab template next week and I’d like to build an upper body training plan that I can combine with the weekly knee rehab days. My ideal setup would probably be 2x full upper body per … --- ## [Modifying time crunch](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/modifying-time-crunch/20106)
**Author:** [@tfranc](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/tfranc)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 2:49pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/modifying-time-crunch/20106 "2026-09-11T14:49:55Z")
Is there a smart way to modify the time crunch template so you get some exposure to the Olympic lifts? Like substituting an exercise for power snatch one day, subbing another for cleans, etc? I’ve been brain-storming, b… --- ## [Beginner template & adding lower body exercises ](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/beginner-template-adding-lower-body-exercises/20108)
**Author:** [@patrishaaa](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/patrishaaa)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 2:27pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/beginner-template-adding-lower-body-exercises/20108 "2026-09-11T14:27:12Z")
Hi, First time posting as I couldn’t find the same question on the forum. I’m on the Beginners template and was wondering if adding exercises is a big no-no or perfectly fine. The thing is, my lower body is disproportio… --- ## [Pelvic floor hypertonicity? ](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pelvic-floor-hypertonicity/20107)
**Author:** [@LucaBalestraPT](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/LucaBalestraPT)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 6:05pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pelvic-floor-hypertonicity/20107 "2026-09-10T18:05:06Z")
Hi docs, Hope you’re well! I have a prospective PT client who has mentioned that she struggles with pelvic floor symptoms (as of yet unspecified - will ask during an upcoming video consult) and has been diagnosed with “… --- ## [PB II 2nd gen question](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pb-ii-2nd-gen-question/20104)
**Author:** [@CJG](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/CJG)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 2:29pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pb-ii-2nd-gen-question/20104 "2026-09-09T14:29:05Z")
Running the 4 day non-comp, and really like it! I have a question on rep schemes. When i see this: 4-6 reps @ RPE 6. Repeat x 3 sets of 4-6 reps. RPE can go to 8. Once maxing out rep ranges on all sets, add weight the… --- ## [Five Day Options ](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/five-day-options/20103)
**Author:** [@Cisco](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Cisco)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 1:55pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/five-day-options/20103 "2026-09-08T13:55:52Z")
My apologies in advance… I’m sure this has been asked previously. I’m interested in programming for five consecutive days M-F. These will be done during my lunch break at work, as my facility has a small gym but is well… --- ## [Rehab frequency](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/rehab-frequency/20098)
**Author:** [@ebartoli](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/ebartoli)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 8:49pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/rehab-frequency/20098 "2026-09-06T20:49:08Z")
Hello, I got a very general question about rehab, specifically for tendon issues. I am aware of the recommendation that regarding hypertrophy and strength frequency is mostly a tool to distribute a given training load.… --- ## [Powerlifting, Longdistance and Hearthealth](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/powerlifting-longdistance-and-hearthealth/20101)
**Author:** [@Imran\_L90](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/Imran_L90)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 2:43pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/powerlifting-longdistance-and-hearthealth/20101 "2026-09-06T14:43:37Z")
Hi Austin! Hope you are doing well, I am 36 years old and I was wondering if Powerlifting and long distance running (like marathon) can increase heart-thickness in a dangerous way or on dangerous level like Hypertrophic… --- ## [Pull-up: technique and/or strength issue? ](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pull-up-technique-and-or-strength-issue/20099)
**Author:** [@jangjaemin](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/jangjaemin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 2:32pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pull-up-technique-and-or-strength-issue/20099 "2026-09-06T14:32:47Z")
One of my lifelong goals has been to be able to do a “true” pull-up. As in, the kind that starts from a dead hang. I have a pull-up bar on one of my doorways, and I can yoink myself up when my grip is neutral (easiest) … --- ## [PB 2nd Gen vs. Old PB3 — Why the new splits?](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pb-2nd-gen-vs-old-pb3-why-the-new-splits/19606)
**Author:** [@conormcclure](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/conormcclure)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 2:08pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/pb-2nd-gen-vs-old-pb3-why-the-new-splits/19606 "2026-09-06T14:08:10Z")
I bought the Powerbuilding II 2nd Generation template a while back and was a little surprised – negatively, perhaps – that it had switched to a Lower/Upper split, vs. the original’s 4 Full Body. It also appears to have a… [Next page](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/latest.md?page=1)