For anyone who does crossfit what is a good level to aim for? I am guessing starting high and working to it is ideal though I have no way to gauge?
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Well, like all good answers, it depends. If you weigh over 200 pounds, and can bang out several pullups, then I would say the #1 would be a good place to start. I would also recommend getting the one above it (#1.5) and the one below it (#0.5), because like all good training, you need to vary the amount of stress.If you are a smaller guy, your grip may be weaker. I am 6'5" and 290# and can deadlift 480#, and I have trouble closing the #2. Hope this helps.
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Luis, I understand your rationalization. I too was thinking the same thing before I made my purchase. My research showed that though possible to build up the strength to close any given level of the CoC's, it is not practical to jump too far ahead. Doing that would subject those tiny little supporting tendons in your hands and wrists to great (and unnecessary payloads), upping your chances for injury. Sure you will get stronger and eventually close the grippers but at what cost. I'm sure you want your hands to work well into your golden years. Grip strength is a marathon not a sprint. As a Crossfitter I'm sure you're familiar with the concept of necessary strength and necessary muscle. Grip strength is NOT body building, its functionality. Remember your not going to be doing 100 reps a session either. The 120's I can completely close (straight forward) about 3 times and I'm done. After that I get pretty close but can't completely close them. I can "completely" close and hold the same for about 40 seconds. I do so in different angles too, i.e. wrist straight forward, up and curled in towards my elbow. My advice is if you're already packing a good grip get yourself the 120's. This will surely build up the supporting tendons at a safer pace and then graduate up from there. Just like anything else remember to give yourself plenty of time to recover. Hope this helps, happy gripping.
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If you are not already rough with your hands, then your grip strength doesnt actually matter IMO. you must toughen up your hands. These things are metal and cut in a diamond texture like a weight bar. You should really get a Trainer model if you don't already have somewhat beatup hands. Even if it proves to be easy to compress, you can always slow down the rep to improve effectiveness until you pick up the #1.
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You don't wont to start high unless you have been gripping for a long long time. If you haven't it's going to take to a long time to close even the 2. If it were me I'd start out at .5 and work my way up. I started at 1 only because I've been gripping for awhile. I've nearly closed the 2 and then I'll go for certification on 3.
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It depends on how in shape you are. If you have been doing some kind of exercise then probably level 2 is ok. If not, I would start with level 1 and build your way back up. It would be better to start slow than to overdo it and hurt yourself. Hope this helps. Sharon
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I've completed the series twice with a set of 5-52.5 lb select tech dumbbells, a pull up bar, and a weight bench. I need more weight at this point, but haven't wanted to make that investment. You'll need to alter your diet (eat more) and research what types of supplements you want to invest in. I recommend supplements. I tried going without, but they really help you take the next step as your body plateaus.
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It is broken in rather well.. we use this bar weekly for snatches, cleans, jerks and presses.. We've got three of these bars and they get tons of crossfit use and abuse.. They hold up extremely well. Couldn't be more happier with these bars.
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I think any workout should be done to what your tolerance and skill level is. If you are sore or tired, do a little less. Feel great, go for it. This video gives instruction that breaks things up. I am 58 so I don't workout at the level I used to. Listen to your body.
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HiIt's been so long I no longer have the item to check for you...good question though now I would like to know the answer myself. Sorry
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I just purchased this product, have a good level of fitness and find level 1 challenging after 10 minutes. Forget any level higher.
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I'm not exactly sure how you would use this in a push up....but I've seen these used at my Box as resistance for stretching different muscles prior to/after a workout. Don't know if this helps or not, I'm still a "rookie" in Crossfit!!
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What routines you do that uses all of 90#s?The closest I have gotten were with leg exercises. Upper body exercises, if done properly, should not come close unless you are already a very strong/large individual. If your are that strong, do you still need to workout?That is a personal question. If you are happy with your current physical shape, then doing longer rep/lower weight exercises can be used to maintain your strength and tone. But this is more exercise related and should be discussed with a professional if you are unsure.
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It depends on your level but for all 90lbs I would say bench press, squats, shoulder and back workouts. This would obviously be very advanced level but I've had the 50lb set before and I found myself needing a little more weight on most exercises to really be challenged. The difference between 50lbs and 90 is a lot of weight and with the design of these you at least have the option to go heavy or light. For men with a history of lifting weights I would highly recommend the 1090's so you have the option to have your strength grow into the heavier weight.
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I just picked up the weights and tried 3 different tricep extensions. First, bent over kickbacks. If you only use the lowest 4lb setting, it is as wide as a stick (it's only the bar) so it doesn't graze at all. The next step up is 10lbs which starts to add the plates. You'll find one side is shorter than the other, so it is possible to keep them close to your side, but the balance will be slightly off. However, I have to say even holding it normally and trying to stay strict in form, I don't have a lot of problems. You may notice it slightly grazing your thigh. Second exercise, overhead one-hand tricep extension. I didn't have a lot of problems. Third exercise, two-hand overhead tricep extension. You are able to hold the end of the handle instead of holding your hands against the plates. Didn't seem to be a problem for me. Also, I guess I should mention for P90x I do lying tricep extensions with these. All in all, I would say you could do tricep extensions fine unless you are super picky about them hitting your leg. I'd almost keep in mind more that the weight increments are 4, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, etc. If I was only concerned about triceps, I might want a 5, 7, 10, 12, 15, 17/20 setup concentrating on better form. Just saying.
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not really sure what to tell you. I'm still quite early in the workout . I'm trying to get the first sequence of the first six moves learned so I can progress to the next sequence. It seems like a good workout and is not very strenuous , at least to start out. He stresses posture in the workout and I think that is good. I can't really say if it is helping my flexibility yet as I have a history of back problems and so far I do not notice any improvement in that respect.
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Really depends on your fitness level and health conditions. I'm 5'3", 113lbs, 14% bf, consider myself healthy, and go to the gym to lift on a regular basis. I played with 8's in the beginning and eventually 12's and for some exercises used bigger dumbbells. They give me a good sweat. I go at the same pace as the ppl working out in RushFit.My mom, however, has barely lifted weights in her life. She has fibromyalgia and other health conditions. Therefore she can only do some of the RushFit exercises, at slower paces, and for those she uses 3-4lb dumbbells, breaks a huge sweat.
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Yes. Not as good of a workout. I started with just a slight up/down motion and increased gradually til I got to max.
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Try this: Go to a pull up bar and try to hang from one hand (DON'T just let your weight drop on your hand entirely, place the weight of your body on just one arm but keep your feet on the floor, then slowly remove your feet if you feel you can) are you able to hang on for a few seconds with ONE hand? then yes you can start with the trainer. If you cannot, go lighter. See how long you can hang with both arms, it should be at least 25-30 seconds before messing with the trainer. I went for the trainer even though I have been doing pull ups/chin ups and such for a few years, and I wasn't able to close it at first. I used a cheaper grip instrument as a warm up then would try to close the trainer in sets of 1 to 5 reps. I also did some static holds. Now I can close it 5 times with my right hand (dominant) and 3 times with my left hand. This is after about a month of training. I don't think I'd suggest getting the guide, get the trainer and also a cheaper gripper, the guide is too expensive and you'll outgrow it really fast. I mean, you can use it for a warm up for a while, and then you can gift it or sell it to a novice trainee - I'm just saying I wouldn't. I plan to give my trainer to my son someday! I'm sure it'll last that long (don't have a kid yet) Good luck!
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I applaud you for such a great goal! The #1 thing you can do is proper diet - above all else. This program can help you do high intensity workouts, but you will still need to get into slower, heavier weights for true change. Good luck!
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Definitely! I'm 50 and did this workout last year. Just take it as slowly as you need to. The program starts with a 20 minute workout 3 x per week. Just do that one until your strength and endurance pick up, then add on the 30 minute workout. Then the 45 and the 2 60s. If you take it to YOUR level and use weights that are safe for you, you should be fine! Just don't be discouraged and pace yourself!