Okay, here’s my sharing about the barbell 1 inch, hope you guys enjoy it!
So, I’ve been hitting the gym for a while now, and I finally decided to take on the barbell. Today, I’m gonna share my experience with the barbell 1 inch. Yeah, it sounds basic, but trust me, there’s more to it than meets the eye. And I think this is suitable for beginners.
First off, I started with some warm-up. This is super important, guys! Don’t ever skip it. Then, I went to pick a barbell. Since I’m just a beginner, I chose a lighter one, maybe 35lb. If you are pretty strong, go with the 45lb one. This guide is about the low bar squat, which is a bit more challenging. I grabbed a 1-inch barbell. I’ve heard it’s a good starting point, so I thought, why not give it a shot?
I put the barbell on the rack, around mid-chest level. I did some squats to get a feel for the weight and to get my form right. Gotta make sure your back is straight and your core is engaged. I’m not trying to win any awards here, just trying to get stronger and, you know, not hurt myself.
- I stepped under the bar, making sure it was resting comfortably on my upper back, not my neck.
- Then, I took a deep breath, held it, and lifted the bar off the rack, taking a step back.
- Feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outwards – that’s my stance.
Now, the fun part – the actual lifting. I started with some upright rows. Keeping the barbell close to my body, I pulled it straight up towards my chest. Bent my elbows as I did this, making sure they went just past my torso. At the top, I squeezed my shoulder blades. Feels good, man! Slowly, I straightened my arms to lower the bar, but I didn’t let it touch the floor. That’s one rep. And believe me, after a few of those, you start to feel the burn.
After the rows, I did some squats. This is where that whole “low bar” thing comes in. It’s a bit tricky. I bent my knees and pushed my hips back, like I was sitting in a chair. Kept my chest up and my eyes looking forward. Went down until my thighs were parallel to the ground, or as close as I could get, and then pushed back up. It’s a killer for the legs and glutes, I’m telling ya.
I did a few sets of each exercise, taking breaks in between. It’s important to listen to your body and not push it too hard, especially when you’re starting out. I definitely felt it the next day, but it was a good kind of sore. It’s like my muscles were saying, “Hey, thanks for the workout!”
So, that’s my experience with the barbell 1 inch. It was challenging, but also super rewarding. I’m definitely going to keep at it and see where this barbell journey takes me. Maybe one day I’ll be lifting those big, heavy plates, who knows? But for now, I’m happy with my little 1-inch bar and the progress I’m making.
Remember, guys
- Start with some warm-up!
- Choose a suitable weight.
- Master the right form.
- Do some upright rows.
- Do some squats.
- Listen to your body and not push it too hard.
Stay strong, everyone! I gotta rest now.
