Page 5!  This thread is funny. Don't ya roid rage bro? Ok, I'm done.
 

Had a big ass sea turtle pop up right next to me and give me the stink eye while surfing one time.  Looked about like that.  Scared the ever living shit out of me.  

Six or seven years ago I honestly thought my back was ruined from car wrecks and construction work. Chiropractor, weight loss, and *gasp* squatting, have proven otherwise. I live pain free and am stronger than most.

There is no comparison to barbell training to make your WHOLE body stronger.

I turn 46 this year, unlike the kids in this thread, you can trust me.

That can't possibly be true unless you are doing curls and ellipticle too.

I curl protein drink before I deadlift the gyms elliptical. Now get off my lawn.

Hell yeah!

So after all of that.  I have been doing following the recommended beginner workout which includes a very simple dumbbell squat. I am AMAZED that I can do it and in fact, I do not even notice that I am using any of my back (which I shouldn't if done right).  I am NOW looking into a simple DIY squat rack for the basement.  

ANY recommendations? I am currently doing 3 sets of 30lbs dumbbells squats.  Funny thing, my wife is REALLY into the squats too.  LOL


So, who will be the first to say, "I told you so"

LOL.

Good for you, hope it goes well.

EDIT-  Just use barbells.  Seriously.  Follow a program like it was written and you'll be fine.

I have one of these. It isn't Rogue quality, but it isn't rogue price. I had to bail on 435 pounds, the safety bars were like 'Meh, it's cool bruh'. A little lateral movement but nothing outrageous. Definitely worth the $$$, if you ask me.

 

Op

At least something came out of this wreck of a thread. You are in Ohio which is kimd of a mecca for lifting. You should be able to get some good stuff there. Check craigslist. People got stuff for the New Years planning to get in shape. About this time they have not ised it for several months and it is taking up space. When you buy get some decent stuff it does not have to be top of the line but dont go cheap. It will last forever.

When you start squats with a bar, start light and work up. Dont do what you did for your arms. 100 reps would not be good. Look up breathing/bracing videos by Chris Duffin. That will help your back a lot. Strengthening your back and core will help a ton. Look for core exersices that dont involve flexsion of the back. Dr McGill has some good info. You core exersices should be anti movement stuff (anti-extension, anti-rotation, anti-lateral flexsion). I would also look at getting a hex deadlift bar. It will allow you to deadlift with less stress on the spine. They are also good for farmers walks which build leg and back strength. If you build leg, hip, glute, core and back strength your back can be better than it ever was before the surgery.

Thanks guys for your guidance in these matters.  I feel that fucking up has taught me well.  lol

I'm 35 and my wife would argue that I still haven't learned that lesson.

Oh, and welcome to the darkside.  Pretty soon you'll be giving side eye and bitch face to guys giving fitness advice that doesn't include squats.

I find myself doing that all the time to the personal trainers at my gym.

squatting is for losers. I'm a firm believer in the Hawaii chair.

You should really look into KaiKfit.

would probably take some practice to do that while typing.

I can't post a pic from my phone, but we have several of these in the office now.


http://www.yogaballchairs.com