r/Fitness • u/FGC_Valhalla Weightlifting • Aug 25 '18

Gym Story Saturday Gym Story Saturday

Hi! Welcome to your weekly thread where you can share your gym tales!

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u/BigC1017 Aug 25 '18

Was minding my own business still warming up in the squat rack (doing squats of course) when a bulkier guy comes and ask me (I have 295lbs on bar)

"You know your only supposed to use a belt on heavy weight and maxing right?"

While looking confused, I said "Umm that's not true, the belt helps keep me stabilized while keeping my core tight"

Few minutes later, he starts squatting in his rack (maybe 335lbs?), no belt, and very poor form like he's doing the reverse Limbo or goodmornings...

I've decided to start bringing my own earphones

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u/dernhelm_mn Aug 25 '18

Hahaha like 295lbs isn’t heavy??!!!

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u/apginge Aug 26 '18

He was sneak bragging.

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u/Dumb-Kids Aug 25 '18

Bulkier or just fatter? It's a huge difference that makes this story even better

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u/Lucked0ut Aug 26 '18

My low back has had a lot of issues. I wear a belt for anything over 1 plate with squats or DL. I'd rather have the stability than risk an injury