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#141 Reddit Rambles 15: How to break strength plateaus, returning to full intensity after injury, and programming for disc bulges
16/09/2026 | 22 mins.A return to answering questions from Reddit.
Interested in enquiring about coaching? : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfylhlG-Ojte0w5NAnDIR6RW0MQdxUVlizR3Wb72dz9Og-wBA/viewform- You might have heard some people say that back pain is all down to weak muscles. Other says lifting weights is the cause of back pain or that it does very little for it. I break down the facts behind these statements, who strength training is likely to help with their pain or not, and how you can determine where you fit into that.
Coaching enquiries: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfylhlG-Ojte0w5NAnDIR6RW0MQdxUVlizR3Wb72dz9Og-wBA/viewform - Myself and Dave delve into the keys to enjoying and succeeding with your training in your thirties and beyond - plus some general philosophical discussion about life.
Make sure to follow Dave on Instagram @dr.dave.strengthandkindness - Tony Gentilcore is a highly experienced coach who has worked with athletes and general population to get them stronger and out of pain. He is well known in particular for his writing through both articles and books in the fitness space that help people get the most from their training.
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Personal trainer Cill O’Connor delves into all things strength training and the philosophy behind living a strong life.
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