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Weightlifting
Lifting barbells as a competitive event or conditioning exercise. Questions about training, rules or techniques are welcome here.
1,676 Questions
What does the average 15 year old boy who is 150 pounds bench press and hang clean?
Im sorry this isn't adverage but you should defiantly be able to deadlift 1/2 -1/3 of your own body weight at least!! (adverage around there somewhere)
WHich bodybuilder has won the most Mr Olympia contests?
Ronnie COleman and Lee Haney are tied for the most Mr. Olympia titles. They each have 8, Next is Arnold with 7, and then Dorian Yates with 6.
How much weight can a 16 year old boy lift?
What someone can lift is in direct proportion to how much they work out, there is no set limit.
The best way to find out what your limitations are is to start very light and increasingly put more weights on until you are just about able to lift it properly without major strain on your back.
Who is the first black wrestler?
I'll give you examples of wreslers who are black: bobby lashley,kifo Kingston and shelton Benjamin. thankyou!
How does weight training affect your heart rate?
Unless you do circuit training, weight training has little direct affect on the heart rate. Weight training is anaerobic exercise. It is aerobic exercise like walking or running that has a direct affect on the heart rate because it strengthens the heart. Weight training does not.
Average 16 year old bench press?
It varies greatly with the teens hormonal development, lifting experience, and genetics. The "average" could range from anywhere from 100-250. It's too hard to specify an average. Lets just put it simply "results may vary."
that's true. i bench 275 and i turn 16 in like 10 days
TO guy above^^^ UR A LIER(i only bench 24.453 kg max)
dude he isn't lying im 16 and i bench 320
the guy above are you cereal? i only bench 285 and im 16 but i just started
to the guy above me you mean serious lol cereal man that's funny
to the guy above the guy that said cereal, im 15 and i bench 340
Should you take whey protein every day?
Whey protein is better than other proteins because it has the highest Biological Value (BV) of any known protein. This means that the proportion of protein that is absorbed and incorporated into your body's proteins is higher from whey protein than from other protein sources.
Even though whey protein is the best kind, you can easily consume enough protein to meet your body's needs through other forms of protein, you just have to consume a bit more than you otherwise would if you were consuming whey protein.
Also, there is one very good reason why whey protein can be better than other protein sources. If you get un-denatured whey protein, it will substantially boost your intracellular glutathione. This is a very big deal.
In order to boost your glutathione production, you need raw protein. Some protein powders are denatured and some are un-denatued. You need an un-denaturedprotein. Think about it, where else can you get raw protein in your diet?
Protein is good for you
Does lifting heavy weights lead to poor posture?
Exercises that train your abdominals and back are very good for your posture.
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Abs
- Posterior Deltoids
- Trapezius
- Rhomboids
- Spinal Erectors.
Machinese that train those muscles are seated rows, or lateral pulldowns.
avoid machines that train your pecs. such as a benchpress.
Can weight lifting harm your body at a certain age?
No, it absolutely cannot. There is no scientific proof. In fact, they encourage everyone to lift weights because it makes your bones stronger...just as long as you are keeping the right form and not over-doing it.
Can lifting weights stunt the growth of a 14-year-old?
There is no way it will stunt your growth. In fact i was very short when i was young but then right around 13-14 i started to lift weights and i grew to be one of the tallest kids in my class. So there is no chance it will stunt your growth. If you are 14 years old, you should consult with a doctor to make sure.
What are the 74 fundamental gymnastic positions?
T position
reverse T position
supine line position
prone leaning position
long sitting position
relaxed long sitting position
hands on waist
hands on hips
hands on forehead
hands on neck
hands forward
hands side-ward
supine line position
elbow standing position
half knee position
full knee position
hook or crook position
close hook or crook position
charge position
arms obliquely upward position
arms obliquely downward position
leg raising position
knee raising position
forward fallout position
trunk twisting side-ward position
head turning position
Read more: What_are_the_fundamentals_of_gymnastics
What is the average bench press for a guy who weights 160 pounds?
How much a 140 lbs man is able to bench is dependent upon age, but at the peak of a man's strength, around 200lbs is an average-to-good bench. Stronger men who consistantly lift will increase this figure by about 50 lbs or more. 200% of a man's weight on bench is great (in this case, 280lbs.) Personally, I weigh 145 lbs and bench 260 lbs.
Does drinking protein shakes help build muscle?
Protein bars can be an advantageous method to add carbs, protein, nutrients, and minerals to your eating regimen. Likewise, they may control craving, fuel an exercise, or backing muscle fix after work out. All things considered, they can't supplant the quality and supplement structure of entire food sources. The protein bars should tested and should enough protein of upto 22g each bar. There are many proteins bars out there be sure to select the best protein bars which is good. For more visit - rennetmicelle
What is the most weight ever lifted?
The Correct answer to the best of my knowledge is PAUL EDWARD ANDERSON, who lifted more than 6,270 in the year 1957 according to Guinness World Records. You can hear his story as a radio dramatization by "Unshackled!" Radio Ministries. Program Number 2521. They also have a comic booklet about him for like fifty cents or something. -T.G.
im not sure if the weight is correct, but i believe it was Louis cyr, and he lifted 4,175 pounds on his back... maybe im exagerating (im not super sure), but iit was a lot of weight!
Yeah, Louis Cyr sounds right (one of those old time strongmen). But that poundage... I donno....
The bench press is a muscular resistance exercise that primarily works with which muscle group?
Mainly back and bicep. Or specifically the sternal portion of the pectoralis major, latissimus dorsi, teres major, posterior deltoid, the rhomboids, the middle and lower portions of the trapezius, and the elbow flexors. It also depends on if you're doing chin ups, pull ups or lat pull ups.
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How often should you bench press in one week?
When it comes to training the larger muscle groups like the chest, back, and legs, it is good to work them out with great intensity during a workout, and then provide them with plenty of rest. Some people claim that to bench press 3 times per week is not too much, but training them that frequently leaves them sore and diminished each time you rework them. You will overtrain doing this. Personally, i work chest and bench press at least once per week, but no more than twice per week, with usually 5-6 days in between chest sessions. That way, your chest is fresh and ready to grow each and every time. Bench pressing once per week has helped me to achieve a 400 pound bench press at 200 pounds bodyweight, so once per week training can be very effective...
-the westside barbell programme advocates one day of heavy bench press and one of dynamic effort or explosive bench press at around 50-60% of your 1rm.
Can a 130 pound person rep 185 bench press?
well i just turned 14..im 5'2 120 pounds and i can bench press 145-150..
lol im 15, 5'8 135 pounds, benching 150 and am the free safety for my football team so ur doin pretty good no ,I just turned 16 i am in 10th grage and i am 5'7 130 and i wrestel varsith and cb in footballand i bench 215 ! school record for my weight. Hey, I'm 15, I weigh 140 lbs, 6' and just today figured out I max 185. I'm super psyched to get to 200 now ^^ I started the school year maxing 135 haha
150 is normal for this weight. 185 is good. 200+ is excellent. i myself am also 130 lbs. I bench 240. but im only 5'4
How do you lose weight by weightlifting?
As part of a sensible diet and regular exercise, yes. Besides the relatively small amount of calories burned during weight lifting, regular weight lifting can help to increase muscle mass, which in turn increases resting metabolism. Regular weight lifting is recommended for all healthy individuals.
Yes def, low weight/high reps. Not resting for more than 60 secs between sets to keep ya heart rate up. Also get a good healthy eating plan and sleep pattern going to help your body metabolise fat. Hoped I helped :)
World record bench press for a 50 year old?
There is not much information here, but I am 50 and I have done a ton of searches simply asking what the indiana state bench press records are for old men like me.
What if im 15 bench pressing 230 pounds?
you are lieing..because phyically that is impossible and you would be the strongest 15 year old ever to live
no sorry you're wrong ^^
i am 15 and i bench over 230, ive been wait training for years. so if you wanna get into a discussion i would be more than happy to prove you wrong.
Many different lifestyle choices can affect muscle tone. It depends on what you eat, how you train and how often you train. Smoking or drinking is not a great idea that can affect different kinds of muscles, smoking can damage the lungs so you are unfit and can't train as long as it takes.
What are the effects of marijuana on weight lifting?
yes it does. but that's only if you can smoke weed and fight the munchies. because when you smoke you tend to get them.
considering i smoked last night and i ate soooooooooooo much!!! no.
Well I've been smoking for around 2 years now and in the space of 12 months I have lost a stone and a half. I smoke everyday but only in the evenings. I used to get the munchies but not anymore. I have gone from a size 14 to a size 10 and I hate it. So yes smoking weed does make you lose weight.
yes.and it damages your teeth .
