[ruzzwong]

Hi all! I'm currently on week 2 of Craig's TT program. It is prescribed to do your max weight for the reps. I definitely can do heavier weights, however, my forearms get really tired holding on to the dumbbells.

My arms are failing me on a leg exercise. What should i do?


One last question, for the TT program it states that

1A) DB Split Squat (8 reps per side)
no rest – go directly to:
1B) DB Chest Press (6 reps)
Rest 1 minute.
Repeat this cycle 2 more times for a total of 3 supersets.
(In week 1 of each 4-week program, perform only a total of 2 supersets.)
2A) DB Row with Elbow Out (8 reps per side)
no rest – go directly to:
2B) Mountain Climber (20 reps per side, alternating)
Rest 1 minute.
Repeat this cycle twice more for a total of 3 supersets.

should take about 20 mins. But i take only about 12 minutes. How is this possible? Say it takes me about 1 and a half minute to get through 1a and b. It takes me 5 and a half minutes to get through the first 3 supersets. And when i do all 6 supersets, i take only 12 minutes. Help please!!

[ripock]

Originally Posted by ruzzwong

Hi all! I'm currently on week 2 of Craig's TT program. It is prescribed to do your max weight for the reps. I definitely can do heavier weights, however, my forearms get really tired holding on to the dumbbells.

My arms are failing me on a leg exercise. What should i do?

You're supposed to keep trying. If it was easy, it wouldn't be worth doing. That being said, what are you doing with your arms: are they at your sides, or with elbows locked out, or extended above your head?

So, do struggle and get your forearms to adapt. Something I do to help the forearms is the farmers walk. I pick up heavy weights hold them at my side and walk as far as I can before my arms feel like they are burning. Then, drop the weights, shake out the arms, and do it again.


Also, for squats you can hold one weight with two hands. For example, instead of 2 X 25, you could grab a 60 or 70 and hold it next to your sternum with both hands. I find that works better for me.

[ruzzwong]

Originally Posted by ripock

You're supposed to keep trying. If it was easy, it wouldn't be worth doing. That being said, what are you doing with your arms: are they at your sides, or with elbows locked out, or extended above your head?

I do split squats so i hold them locked out by my side. My grip gets really tired and i struggle to hold on to them

[karategirl]

It's not clear from your screen name whether or male or female (not that it matters that much but the weight we're talking about could be significantly heavier if you are a guy). But... I have been known to hold DBs on my shoulders (depending on the weight that may or may not work) and/or use "wraps" to assist my grip. The point of a split squat (IMO) is to work my legs, not my forearms or grip. My legs can support alot more weight than my grip can hold, so I don't see the harm in using "wraps" when using heavier weights.

If you don't know what I mean by "wrap", here is a link with a picture:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/straps.html

[ruzzwong]

Originally Posted by karategirl

It's not clear from your screen name whether or male or female (not that it matters that much). Nor did you said how much weight we're talking about. BUT, I have been known to put DBs on my shoulders and/or use "wraps" to assist my grip. The point of a split squat (IMO) is to work my legs, not my forearms or grip. My legs can support alot more weight than my grip can hold, so I don't see the harm in using "wraps" when using heavier weights.

I'm a male but im pretty small sized. I use dumbbells around 17.5kg each side. That's exactly my point. My grip prevents me from squatting heavier. What do you mean by "wraps"?

[karategirl]

Originally Posted by ruzzwong

I'm a male but im pretty small sized. I use dumbbells around 17.5kg each side. That's exactly my point. My grip prevents me from squatting heavier. What do you mean by "wraps"?

See the link I added to my original post. I am female and have issues with gripping heavier weights, and used these regularly when lifting in the past.

[ruzzwong]

Originally Posted by karategirl

See the link I added to my original post. I am female and have issues with gripping heavier weights, and used these regularly when lifting in the past.

Ah! didn't see the link you posted previously. Will check it out! does it really help a lot?

[karategirl]

Originally Posted by ruzzwong

Ah! didn't see the link you posted previously. Will check it out! does it really help a lot?

For me, they allowed me to hold onto much heavier weights than I could without. The way they work is you put them around your wrists, then "wrap" the ends around the DB handle, starting wth the very end. Someone suggested them to me and showed me how to use them; might be a little tricky to figure it out the first time. But they definitely help!

[ruzzwong]

Just ordered mine. can't wait for it to come!

[denmother]

Also, instead of using 2 dumbells, you can use 1 heavier one or a kettlebell and do "goblet" style squats, lunges, etc.





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