For The Newbies
I finished NROL4W for the second time. I might still be cowering on the fringes of the gym floor without the help and encouragement of the posters here. (A big tip-of-the-hat to Miss Jane for always being there.)
I feel good. I feel strong. I can deadlift over 100 lbs.
Just for laughs, here's my very first post on this site on 6/5/2008:
"Going from "Barbie weights" to an empty (45-lb.) bar isn't as easy as it sounds. I'm scared to death that I'm going to hurt my back.
The NROL makes it sound like it's easy to hurt your back if your posture isn't perfect. The NROL4W just kind of glosses over saying, "You must maintain the natural arch in your lower back, and the heavier the weight you lift off the floor, the harder it is for those muscles to protect your spine. (Remember, "harder" is better when it comes to improving your body in appearance and function.)
My back was achy after my last workout of deadlifts, but not hurting. I'll be deadlifting again this afternoon and, as I said before, I'm a little afraid!"
Oh my goodness. What a difference a year makes. I'm still going to need you all, as I am starting NROL tonight. It's nice to know that I'm in good company.
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