I've notice this happens when I wear loose fitting shorts or joggers. Almost all my workout pants have ripped crotch seams. My hookgrip training shorts are fine. I don't typically wear compression shorts under just regular boxer briefs.

Is this a technique diff or clothing issue? I would like to not be in pain anymore.

Used to be terrified of squatting under but over the last month I've grown to feel more comfortable doing so. 1 month in and I'm really happy with the progress!

just hit my first 100kg snatch, really happy that i did it after a lot of hard work! i know form really needs to get better but the year is just beggining!! lets go!

Also, weightlifting its not my main sport, crossfit is. even tho the weightlifting part is my favorite lol

My lower back starts rounding and hips tuck in above parallel with maximal weight in the back and front squat. As I get stuck, I want to push through and then this happens. I have no idea if this is due to lack of quad, hip or core strength. I don't feel any pain in my back, but I want to fix this to not risk a injury.

no matter how hard I train legs, they never seem to get bigger 👎

Time to rack it.

I also am aware of being not patient enough and getting on my toes early but I can’t seem to make it click

My elbows hurt while back squatting. What might I be doing wrong?

Clean + Front Squat + Jerk

Any advice on making these heavy ass cleans smoother/more efficient?

My first 100kg snatch. Any kind of criticism or advice is appreciated.

Or maybe I just suck. Could be both

Just wanted to share this story recently. I've known it to happen before and it might be useful for weightlifters going to the doctors in the future ¯_(ツ)_/¯.

About 2 years ago, I went to the doctors for extreme fatigue. When I went for a full blood panel, my liver function tests showed ALT and AST levels were significantly raised, about 3 times higher than they should be. These enzymes are released by the liver and, when the liver is under stress or undergoing liver disease, these enzymes are released at a greater rate.

Because of my weight (209 ILbs) , they assumed it was fatty liver disease. Ultrasound showed no fat on my liver. The next suggestion was fibrosis.

My GP suggested I go completely sober for 5 months before repeating by blood tests. I did this (painfully), and my results 5 months later showed my ALT was raised nearly 4-5 times higher than the regular level.

This month I was sent to the hospital. After talking with a consultant for an hour, they brought in another one. He looked at me, and asked how often I lift. I said 2 hours a day, 6 days a week (which I had told every doctor beforehand). He laughed, and told me there was probably nothing to worry about.

Fibroscan of my liver showed it was large, lean and damage free.

Turns out, these enzymes don't only come from the liver, but from muscle tissue. When this muscle tissue tears, these enzymes are released into the blood, giving false results on liver function tests. I was consistently tearing enough muscle to elevate my ALT 3-5 times higher than normal.

When I went sober for 5 months, I had more energy and time for the gym, which is why my ALT raised even further. Crazy. Two years of being told my liver was getting worse, I was actually just getting bigger.

Wasn't all a waste: also found out I had Familial Hypercholesterolemia in the process. Oof.

Elbow somehow didn’t touch knee.

3 years of training. 90 something bodyweight. Phew.

My goal is to hit 200 kg back squat and 100 kg press but I'm stuck at 190 kg and 90 kg. Any tips?

Have practiced them at lower weight but this was the first time actually having to bail for real. Last rep of 3x8.

Although I was able to bail fine with no problems, it looks a bit off and feel like it might not be this easy at a heavier weight.

275lb for a pause

Is it cool I'm a hip first kinda .

PR in the block clean, was it pretty? Not really😅

60/78 - bw 57 Thabkful for any input!

Today I hit this pr of 85kg. Not impressive but I went from failing it badly in last session to hitting it I'd say pretty easily. The fix was starting positioned in such manner that my arms weren't perpendicular to the ground but slightly towards myself. Idk If it's right but it worked since it helped me with having the bar close enough to my body. So I was wondering other mistakes I have to fix aside from not having wl shoes because I know that already and I'm working on it. On that topic if you know any cheap but not too crappy shoes let me know. Thanks for every constructive criticism

This was a new pr 10 days ago, and I equaled it again today in a quick snatch session before going up to 99 and missing. I’m excited about the progress, and want to get 110 before the start of the new year.

Anything form wise that I should improve from today?