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 Stronglift 5x5: Weak upper body?

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post Nov 25 2016, 09:34 AM

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QUOTE(alienxp03 @ Nov 25 2016, 03:13 AM)
I've started lifting regularly since almost 2 years ago. Then decided to try out Stronglift 5x5 and just started around August. So roughly, it's been almost 3 months now. And I guess I'm still way too early to complain or anything. Anyway, not complaining. Just seeking some advice here smile.gif

I feel like my upper body is way weaker than my lower body, so are there any advice for that? Whether it's nornal, or anything that I missed or can be improved? Or I'm just over thinking? I'm still new, so some insight would be helpful.

I'll just continue the routine anyway since it's only been like 3 months anyway. But if any of you guys have been following SL too, how long did you guys chose to stick with it?

Here my details:

Height: 164cm
Weight: 70kg

Current progress:

Squat: 127.5kg
OH Press: 40kg
Deadlift: 120kg
Bench Press: 72.5kg
Row: 70kg
Ps: currently have to deload on deadlift since I've already failed for 3 times
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Those numbers, they're peculiar. No offense but are you squatting to depth?

Anyhow, I did SL 5x5 for the first 2 months of me lifting. From my own experience, I think it's shit. It's better if you do something different. What's your goal? Aesthetics? Strength? 5/3/1 is good. PHUL/PHAT is good. GZCL is good. If you want to trust an internet stranger and focus on strength you can try my program too if you want.
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post Nov 25 2016, 03:18 PM

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QUOTE(alienxp03 @ Nov 25 2016, 11:46 AM)
I think it's my arms. I'm failing deadlift right now because my grip is not strong enough. On the last set, can only do 3 rep and my palms are starting to let go of the bar. They said I shouldn't add any other exercises when doing SL, that's why I didn't add any. Afraid no more strength left after that 😅
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Try to use straps or chalk if you can to help you grip, Do not let grip hinder your progress. You can train your grip separately in a number of ways like farmer's walk, isometric holds, wrist curls, etc. You can do them after your workout or during your off days. Unless you're competing in a powerlifting meet, don't feel like it's a shame to wear straps, chalk or gloves.
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post Nov 25 2016, 05:04 PM

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QUOTE(Armesh @ Nov 25 2016, 04:05 PM)
Making a good program is easier than Form 3 Maths. Yet people find programs to follow. SMH.
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Then help the poor motherfucker to program instead of spouting unconstructive bullshit like this.

What's your program? How'd you write the program? What training principle did you follow? And most importantly did you even progress with your program? Because if you didn't then your program ain't worth shit.

 

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