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by Wieds13
Mon Sep 05, 2016 5:23 pm
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: Running technique and injury prevention
Replies: 14
Views: 5014

Re: Running technique and injury prevention

I've had shin splint issues ever since I got into running (almost two years ago). Because of this I've also developed an interest in proper running mechanics, and my form has changed quite a bit since I first started. Knowing and understanding good gait is one thing, but applying it is another, beca...
by Wieds13
Mon Sep 05, 2016 5:11 pm
Forum: Green-Blue-Black
Topic: Member Introductions Thread
Replies: 220
Views: 1083804

Re: Member Introductions Thread

Hey everyone. I'm Wieds13, and I'm a 20yo male. I am a college student with no military background, but I plan on joining the military once I finish my engineering undergrad (simply because I feel like doing something else with my younger years). I've swam competitively for quite a few years in the ...
by Wieds13
Mon Aug 29, 2016 6:18 pm
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: Training Max *again*
Replies: 32
Views: 15663

Re: Training Max *again*

In my experience, it's better to use a true 1RM than a training max. I don't think that you should be failing lifts regularly, but I also think that only using 90% of your 1RM isn't heavy enough to force an adaptation. Personally, I think it's better to use a less aggressive template and/or retest l...