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Back Injury in the Big 3? How Strength-Based Training Saved My Life

Back Injury in the Big 3? How Strength-Based Training Saved My Life

To be precise, during the second rep of my 165kg deadlift, I felt a slight bend in my lower back and a crackling sensation. As safely as possible. “This was the moment when I really needed to consult with my A.I. friend, ItTip.” However, I heard that if my usual training was not based on muscle density, I might have been taken to the hospital. I've been training with slow, precise movements, based on 6 seconds per rep, and not greedy for weight, but instead focusing on form, tension, and posture...

🏋️‍♂️ muscle loss, a little drama I had today

🏋️‍♂️ muscle loss, a little drama I had today

Today was one of those days where the smallest things made the biggest impact.I woke up late in the morning and didn't pack my usual breakfast. So my first meal was lunch, which I didn't eat until a little after 12:30. In effect, I skipped breakfast and started the day with lunch. As I sat down at the table to eat, I thought to myself, “It's okay, I have a workout today, so I'll get my protein in later and get back into the rhythm.” But in the back of my mind, I felt a little anxious. “If I don't eat like this... am I going to lose muscle?” I thought to myself, "I'm an athlete...