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[barnlifter]

A note related to the mis-sizing question, for anyone who might happen upon this thread: I ordered a 2.5” Best belt in the same size as my 4” Best...

[barnlifter]

I was a long-time commercial gym goer and reluctantly started a home gym, because of distance/time. I would not go back. I train whenever I want on the...

[barnlifter]

I also like it for practice feeling of handling a heavy weight, gives me confidence for when I get there with regular comp bench. Ordered size XL, my...

[barnlifter]

If you can get enough plates and have the room on the bar, you could use just use 35s instead of 45s. Or could you shim the wonky plates?

[barnlifter]

Not sure this applies. I don’t compete. So I just use straps for my last warmup set and working reps. My grip gets a little stronger over time as my...

[barnlifter]

My take: For me, it matters. When I do strength-focused programs, I like to not be in a deficit, because the energy helps with drive/motivation to train...