Specific exercises needed

[Gamisch]

@BackInTheGame78



I couldn't find a better example. But this is kinda how I have to carry ladders. Im dealing with a huge one kow thus I feel like I need more power to carry it.

Again that picture isn't the perfect example as he stands still ,but imagine holding the ladder with two arms while moving.

BITG, what would be the best exercise to carry this easier?

 

[BackInTheGame78]

@BackInTheGame78

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I couldn't find a better example. But this is kinda how I have to carry ladders. Im dealing with a huge one kow thus I feel like I need more power to carry it.

Again ta picture isn't the perfect example as e stands still , it imagine holding the ladder with two arms while moving.

BITG, what would be the best exercise to carry this easier?

Hmm...you mean kind of straight out in front of you with your arms extended?

The natural one that is almost the exact same movement pattern would be anterior raises where you either take a DB or cable and pull it straight out in front of you to shoulder height and then back down.

I also like woodchops and reverse woodchops for that, as it targets the front delts and core which would be heavily involved as well. Basically take a DB or cable and go across your body either starting at your waist and ending above the opposite shoulder or starting above your shoulder and ending at the opposite side by your waist. Brace your core while you are doing it as well.

Also other relative general strength movements like deadlifts would probably be helpful as well.

 

[UK manc]

Farmer's walks.

 

[Bible_Belt]

Is the ladder fiberglass? Could it be replaced with an aluminum one?

Trying to muscle something awkward like that is just asking to hurt your back. When I was younger I tried to wrestle everything. Now it's more like jiu jitsu. Use leverage to minimize force.

 

[Prepostereax]

Is it just a few metres around a site? Just around the corner?
Get a dolly, pick up ladder, sit on dolly and adjust.
Remove dolly before use.
Something that huge could easily overbalance
Do not fk your back up

 

[Gamisch]

Is the ladder fiberglass? Could it be replaced with an aluminum one?

Trying to muscle something awkward like that is just asking to hurt your back. When I was younger I tried to wrestle everything. Now it's more like jiu jitsu. Use leverage to minimize force.

Nah my client bought the ladder because the work is up high like 12 meters. Its a nice and sturdy ladder , 3 stores of 14 steps iirc but heavy. Its aluminum.

I've just was taken aback by my lack of strength. This is a position that doesn't occur that often .

Nowadays I train to perform better doing my job. Recently had a job where I had to climb the jetty nonstop, and I was happy I'm in good shape . On my regular day job the old heads ALWAYS call me to help them lift heavy shyte lol.

When the money is right I will ofcourse work smarter...but now I have to use my body to get that bag...

 

[Gamisch]

Is it just a few metres around a site? Just around the corner?
Get a dolly, pick up ladder, sit on dolly and adjust.
Remove dolly before use.

Unfortunately a dolly isn't possible. Or I'd say, its financially unattractive for my client as he needs to pay me a significant amount of money already...

Normally I'd go for what you're saying, but in this case I have to think out of the box. A long ladder is the easiest way to go.

 

[Prepostereax]

Unfortunately a dolly isn't possible. Or I'd say, its financially unattractive for my client as he needs to pay me a significant amount of money already...

I just mean a small ply platform, rubberised top for grip optional, and 4-5 rotational wheels underneath.
They are like $20 each from hardware store / Aldi/ Costco, hold more than 100kg.
You don't need the fancy ones, which take up too much space anyway.
Keep at least one in your truck /pickup bed.

Or use a skateboard, lol, if you have one around

 

[Gamisch]

I just mean a small ply platform, rubberised top for grip optional, and 4-5 rotational wheels underneath.
They are like $20 each from hardware store / Aldi/ Costco, hold more than 100kg.
You don't need the fancy ones, which take up too much space anyway.
Keep at least one in your truck /pickup bed.

Or use a skateboard, lol, if you have one around

I will check it out!

Thanks for your advice

 

[Clockwerk50]

When I was doing roofing, I was thought to carry the ladder like this. It is more about balance than strength.

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[Prepostereax]

Big one from Aldi, about as long as a skateboard and twice as wide
Rated at 250kg, which I don't believe but if I'm shifting something that big, I use two dollies

Smaller one from Bunnings, 220kg and is the one I use the most because that's all that's needed.

 

[Arete]

@BackInTheGame78

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I couldn't find a better example. But this is kinda how I have to carry ladders. Im dealing with a huge one kow thus I feel like I need more power to carry it.

Again that picture isn't the perfect example as he stands still ,but imagine holding the ladder with two arms while moving.

BITG, what would be the best exercise to carry this easier?

If you want a specific exercise, why not literally do just that? It doesn't get more functional than that.

If it's in the gym. I would just use anything heavy resembling the general shape and start walking with it. Comparing how each feels till I find something that works.

This seems a bit similar to the atlas carry but with extended arms. Actually, why not just grab some dumbbells with a hammer curl grip and start walking?

 

[BillyPilgrim]

Can't you practice on the chicks you want gone in the morning?

 

[Gamisch]

Can't you practice on the chicks you want gone in the morning?

They do keep coming back stubbornly so that would be a solid repetitive exercise

 

[Mike32ct]

Is the ladder fiberglass? Could it be replaced with an aluminum one?

Trying to muscle something awkward like that is just asking to hurt your back. When I was younger I tried to wrestle everything. Now it's more like jiu jitsu. Use leverage to minimize force.

Aluminum ones are heavier I think, at least for the ladders used by pros.

My dad carried one even into his 70s. To this day, I don’t know how he did it. It is definitely a balancing act. I believe he did something like Clockwork showed above.