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Originally Posted by gwcaton
Taste just like chicken ? LOL
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
Good job on your Dead PB!
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Originally Posted by MonStar
405 really isn't much of a jump from 375 man, I know that you have it in you. Did you feel where in the 375 pull your weakpoint was? In other words did the lift feel easy right off the floor and then locking it out was tough? Or was it a b*tch off the floor but after that it was easy, etc.?
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. I must say when I did 365 a month ago, I had trouble off the floor. I was very surprised this time that even with minimal back work 375 came off the floor somewhat easy, but it was hard to get the shoulders back. Now that I feel more comfortable in doing deads with my elbow problem, I plan on incorporating rack pulls into my program again.|
Originally Posted by Paynne
How's that elbow doing?
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Tell me about it. I was hoping the Buckeyes were going to stop that stuff after last year
 . Howabout my pro team? The Washington Redskins (I know... I grew up in the DC area and was brought up to be a Skins fan, then later I moved to Dayton, OH and fell in love with college football and the Buckeyes). Terry Bradshaw said it best.... Joe Gibbs has brought organization back to the Redskins organization.I plan on just giving the elbow plenty of rest and focus on other movements. It IS getting better, albeit slowly, but it just needs to recover. No doc can wave a magic wand and make it better. If it DOESN'T heal after several weeks then I know I'll probably need surgery. I honestly doubt that though. Thanks for asking man! How's things been with you? |
Just rest that elbow and it should heal. Don't get frustrated and start using it and hurt yourself more. I've been tempted to do that but refrained from doing so.
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Originally Posted by I'm Trying
Things have been OK. I'm a BIG Joe Gibbs fan since he owns Tony Stewart's race car. My rotator cuff has taken forever to finally heal and its just about there. Hopefully by Mid November I can go balls to the wall again.
Just rest that elbow and it should heal. Don't get frustrated and start using it and hurt yourself more. I've been tempted to do that but refrained from doing so.Thanks!! |
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Originally Posted by P-funk
careful squating early in the AM. Usually the recomendation is to not load up the sping unless you have been up for at least 1 hour. This is because the disk don't have their own blood supply. So through diffusion, as you sleep, they gather their nutrients and the get saturated and swell up a bit. This is why first thing in the AM we are about 1/4 inch taller than we are at the end of the day. The disks are also vulnerable under compression in this state. just thought I'd mention it.
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Originally Posted by rock4832
Wow, I learn sooo much interesting things from Patrick!!
I like this journal JD! Keep it going, and nice w/o! |
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Originally Posted by gwcaton
Hows the job going ?
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
Nice morning workout to get the day going!!!
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Friday, September 17th
Rack Pulls (6" below knee) 135 x 8 185 x 5 225 x 3 275 x 3 335 x 3 385 x 1 405 x 0 The power rack at my gym sucks. For rack pulls I have a choice of 6" below the knee (weight is suspended about 3"-4" above the floor), or just above the knee. When I got to 405, I couldn't even budge the weight. Thought maybe I had a bad setup, and tried again. Couldn't move it a bit. Fuck. I have the feeling, if the weight was on the ground, I could have at least got it moving.... |
. My complaint is that 6" below is practically a full deadlift. Slightly above the knee is too short a range of motion. A 'real' power rack offers 2" increments.
), CG bench, BB curls, skullcrushers, dips, chins and even heavy pulldowns are just out of the question.
.. You know what's wrong... they suck. November 20th my friend, is their chance to redeem the whole season (at least to us Buckeye fans!).
Especially on the PB !! Don't ya love it . I like the early morning wo's too. Do you eat before your wo?
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
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YM: Bastard . You know what's wrong... they suck. November 20th my friend, is their chance to redeem the whole season (at least to us Buckeye fans!). |
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Originally Posted by Paynne
Welcome back JD. I bet it feels good to be in the gym again.
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Originally Posted by gwcaton
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Nice wo Especially on the PB !! Don't ya love it . I like the early morning wo's too. Do you eat before your wo? |
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
I know |
. . Again, must use tight form especially here to protect the elbow.|
Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Wednesday, October 20th
Good Mornings bar x 8 115 x 8 135 x 8 155 x 5 175 x 5 205 x 3 First few sets I used a rounded back and went to parallel. After that, I switched to an arched back with reduced ROM. Still trying to get the form down with these. Pulldowns 90 x 15 105 x 12 120 x 12 135 x 10 Strict form. No rocking or momemtum used. Focused on pulling with the lats. Of course that's the way it should be done, but I seem to be in the minority at my gym . Again, must use tight form especially here to protect the elbow.Hammer Strength Shoulder Press 100 x 8 150 x 8 190 x 8 240 x 8 260 x 10 PR Side Laterals 20's x 12 25's x 12 30's x 12 Crunches (Ab Roller) 75, 75 In and out in 42 minutes |
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
That Shoulder Press is CRAZY!!! 260 x 10
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. I like using it for now since I don't need to stabilize the weight like a military. I think I may be ready to try DB presses again though.
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Originally Posted by gwcaton
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Man you are really pumping out the PR's |
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Thanks YM. You realize it is one of those sissy Hammer Strength machines
. I like using it for now since I don't need to stabilize the weight like a military. I think I may be ready to try DB presses again though. |
Good luck with the DB's.
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Originally Posted by rock4832
Great W/O and congrats on the PR!
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
Those "sissy" HS machines come in handy once in a while
Good luck with the DB's. |
. The HS vertical incline press has always been a favorite of mine. Right now, it is a god send. Regular BB inclines put too much stress on my elbow/forearm area. The HS alleviates that, but I still get a good 'upper chest' wo.
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Friday, October 22nd
Bench bar x 8 135 x 8 155 x 8 205 x 5 225 x 5 245 x 5 265 x 5 280 x 4 PR Damn. Awesome bench wo for me. All very clean reps. Had some trouble locking out the 4th rep on the last set, but I maintained my form throughout. Hammer Strength Incline Press 100 x 8 190 x 8 240 x 8 280 x 8 300 x 7 PR Pec Deck 90 x 10 105 x 10 120 x 10 135 x 10 In and out in 45 minutes |
I like those squiggly, circular things ........ LOL
Either that or you're about to pass out
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Hardly YM, though I am definitely bulking up
.I hope MD, but I'm afraid my tendonitis problem is going to hold me back. I was ok up until now, but now that everything has kicked in, the injury is coming back, which really sucks. |
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Hardly YM, though I am definitely bulking up
.I hope MD, but I'm afraid my tendonitis problem is going to hold me back. I was ok up until now, but now that everything has kicked in, the injury is coming back, which really sucks. |
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Hardly YM, though I am definitely bulking up
.I hope MD, but I'm afraid my tendonitis problem is going to hold me back. I was ok up until now, but now that everything has kicked in, the injury is coming back, which really sucks. |
I've given up on BB and DB presses for about 5 weeks but I do Hammer Strength Presses and Dips.
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Thursday, October 28th
Box Squats bar x 10 135 x 8 185 x 5 225 x 5 275 x 5 315 x 3 PR 225 x 13 (no box) Still not used to doing heavy squats at 6:00 am... but this wasn't bad. Box was set to just parallel or slightly below. Last set of 225, eliminated the box and went deep with a wide stance. Leg Extensions 150 x 15 180 x 15 210 x 15 Seated Calf Raise 130 x 15 130 x 15 130 x 15 130 x 13 (right calf cramped up.... ouch!) In and out in 35 minutes |
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Originally Posted by Paynne
At 6am I'd probably sit down on the box and fall asleep
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I'm outta the gym again for a bit 
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Originally Posted by gwcaton
Do you guys use wraps ?
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. I use both spandex type wrist wraps, and also a forearm strap common for tennis elbow.
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
I love Santa Fe chicken wraps... OH you mean wrist wraps
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Chicken wraps . |
Originally Posted by gwcaton
What is a Powerwalk exactly ?
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Originally Posted by Var
Nice lifts, JD!
Whats up y'all? |
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Originally Posted by P-funk
VAR who?
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
SO HOW WAS VEGAS P???? DO TELL.
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Originally Posted by P-funk
VAR who?
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Monday, November 1st
Got brave. This is the first time I've tried a free bar incline press in almost 3 months. Elbow feels fine... for now. |
Good news!! Don't go and throw on 315 now
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Guess what guys. My MRI showed... NO tendon inflammation, NO ligament damage, NO evidence of epicondylitis. Bone marrow and muscle signal intensity is normal, bicep and brachialis tendon insertion is normal. Flexor and extensor insertions are normal also.
The only observation is that there is a 'patchy edema' and a small amount of physiologic fluid in the joint which indicates early degenerative reaction. In otherwords, arthritis. The only thing the MD could offer is ultrasound treatments 3 x a week for 6 weeks. Not sure if I'll bother. He believes I just need to rest it more, and he may be right. At this point it isn't getting worse, but its not getting better. I'll probably finish out this cycle, then take some time off from ALL pressing and pulling movements. |
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Originally Posted by rock4832
Mine was a $35 co-pay each time. I'm not going anymore because with the help I still couldn't lift the way I wanted to obviously. Either way you decide, good luck!
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
I guess that is GOOD and BAD news. Maybe you can do a 1 on/1 off program for a while ?? Good Luck Jersey!!
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Wednesday, November 3rd
Speed Box Squats ............... Box set to just below parallel. Rest intervals 30 seconds. Was breathing like a wild banshee after this. ..............In and out in 45 minutes |
Nice work here Jersey!!
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Exactly YM. It WAS good news. Obviously if it were serious, the MRI would have shown damage. The confusing part is, why does it hurt? Even arthritis doesn't explain it. Why did a few months ago I could barely bend my arm, and even today certain motions cause a painful twinge? Oh well, guess I just have to live with it. As long as I can bench, squat and deadlift (or their variations), I'll be happy
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Originally Posted by rock4832
So the HS Incline doesn't hurt your elbow? It seemed to tweak mine even more. I never know how to arrange the seat on that thing.
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
Dang Jersey - Pretty soon you are going to have 8 plates on the HS Machine!!!
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. I probably could eek out a couple of reps with 8 plates, but I'm shooting for at least 5.
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
That's my goal
. I probably could eek out a couple of reps with 8 plates, but I'm shooting for at least 5. |
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Quote: Originally Posted by yellowmoomba Dang Jersey - Pretty soon you are going to have 8 plates on the HS Machine!!! |
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
That's my goal
. I probably could eek out a couple of reps with 8 plates, but I'm shooting for at least 5. |
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
What in the world are you doing up at 4:47AM on a Saturday ???
Are you tailgating for the big MSU/OSU game in your own backyard ??? |
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Originally Posted by MonStar
Hey JD on the Hammer Strength machine do you just count the plates? Or do you count the apparatus as well?
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
I'm crazy like that
. What did I tell you about Ted Ginn just last week? OSU offense still sucked, but he single handedly won that game. Speed kills. |
. Basically I do back one day, then flat bench - HS inclines - pec flyes. Take a day off, then legs, and the next day incline press and shoulders. Take a day off and repeat. As you can see, my workouts are very low volume, and I haven't done direct arm work since I hurt my elbow. I have a weird principle of working chest twice a week, and everything else once a week. Seems to work for me.
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
It's a continually evolving process
. Basically I do back one day, then flat bench - HS inclines - pec flyes. Take a day off, then legs, and the next day incline press and shoulders. Take a day off and repeat. As you can see, my workouts are very low volume, and I haven't done direct arm work since I hurt my elbow. I have a weird principle of working chest twice a week, and everything else once a week. Seems to work for me. |
Interesting |
BB Incline Press bar x 10 135 x 8 155 x 8 185 x 8 205 x 8 225 x 8 245 x 6 225 x 8 |
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
Speaking of interesting - did you see this :
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Originally Posted by MonStar
Your strength is getting out of control JD! Damn man, talk about impressive incline strength. I can't get over this! 245 for 6 and 225 for 8? That's awesome bud, keep it up.
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Originally Posted by PreMier
You cant even do tricep work? Or you just choose not to?
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Direct tricep work is the absolute worst thing right now for my elbow. Trust me, I LOVE close grips, skullcrushers and extensions. I don't seem to have a problem doing standing one arm extensions, but the rest send me to the ice and motrin.
I have to rely on good ole normal grip bench pressing to build my triceps. |
It's definately an endurance test
Congrats !! You deserve it, you put in the time and effort . devotion!
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Wednesday, November 10th
Bench bar x 10 135 x 8 155 x 8 205 x 8 225 x 8 260 x 7 245 x 8 Not a good day in Jerseyland. Elbow didn't feel good at all. Oh well, I'll see how it recovers, but I think I need to back off. I had my physical therapy 'evaluation' yestersday. Nothing noteworthy, but one interesting thing. They used a device to test my gripping strength. Right arm I measured 110 lbs, left arm only 60 lbs. The therapist said that device directly involves the muscles, tendons and ligaments on the inside of my arm. The area that bothers me the most. Hammer Strength Incline 100 x 8 150 x 8 190 x 8 280 x 8 340 x 5 Pec Dec Flyes 90 x 15 105 x 15 120 x 15 |
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Originally Posted by PreMier
Do you find it humerous, that there was a Westside movement, and now there is an HIT movement?
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Don't forget the P/RR/S movement too!
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Originally Posted by PreMier
Oh yea, p/rr/s too. Forgot about that one.. but it wasnt like a 'fad' like the others. In the end, I dont think anyone will stick to HIT. Seems that no one likes the one set type of thing
Dont get me wrong, I hope that it works for the people involved, but I dont know how many will stay following it. |
I can't do much more than HIT right now though so I don't really have a choice.
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Originally Posted by PreMier
I will try those spread eagle situps on my next ab day.
Do you find it humerous, that there was a Westside movement, and now there is an HIT movement? |
20 rep Squats !!!! I have done them a couple of times. KILLER STUFF !
I only know a few OSU fans (you and P-Funk) and few others at work. I posted the same message in P's journal
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Not really. I've been at it for quite awhile, and I've seen all kinds of training styles go in and out of vogue. I think it is important to switch up rep range and rest intervals to keep things fresh. I like the P/RR/S or micro periodization concept, though I like it more for upper body. When it comes to one rep max for deads and squats, Westside is awesome. For sheer muscular endurance and strength, there is nothing like HIT and Doggcrapp style training, though it is really difficult to stick with that type of training on a regular basis.
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Originally Posted by yellowmoomba
GO BLUE!!
I only know a few OSU fans (you and P-Funk) and few others at work. I posted the same message in P's journal Do you have a prediction ??? |
We absolutely suck this year, and Michigan is strong. My gut feeling is you guys are going to smoke us big time.|
Originally Posted by rock4832
Yeah!! You do man!
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. I'm never sure which journal of yours I should post in .
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Thanks buddy
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Originally Posted by rock4832
Ohhhhh, low blow. LOL. Always the one in my sig
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. Wasn't ragging on ya bro, you have a couple of them going.
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
Tuesday, November 16th
Bench bar x 10 135 x 10 155 x 10 205 x 10 225 x 13 245 x 9 What was I thinking? No focus. I normally stick to strict ranges, but I just sort of started benching without a plan. Should have keep the 225 set to 9 or 10, then maxed on the 245 set. Hammer Strength Incline Press 100 x 8 190 x 8 280 x 10 300 x 9 PR Pec Deck 105 x 15 120 x 12 135 x 10 In and out in 41 minutes |
The workout I mean When you gonna quit messing around on the HS incline and put some heavy weights on there ? way to go JD!
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Originally Posted by rock4832
Good w/o JD! Your always getting PR's on that HS Incline. Great job! I think Gary is flirting with you again "short and sweet". Have you two been passing pics?
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Originally Posted by gwcaton
I think HIT is warping Rocks mind
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Originally Posted by rock4832
Uh-huh. I want to be the one calling JD "short and sweet" LOL
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Go for it Rock
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Originally Posted by gwcaton
Go for it Rock |
I've been here at work since 6 this morning (now it's 9pm).
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
We absolutely suck this year, and Michigan is strong. My gut feeling is you guys are going to smoke us big time.BUT, I remember the year OSU was #2 on possibly on their way to a Nat'l championship with Eddie George, Terry Glenn, Orlando Pace, Shawn Springs, etc, etc, and Michigan was barely in the top 25. Michigan killed us (as if you don't remember this game YM). So it IS possible... but unlikely. OSU 24, Michigan 21. |
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Originally Posted by rock4832
Have you two been passing pics?
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Originally Posted by PreMier
Ya'll are crazy.
JD, how many times do you think you could do 225 on the bench? |
I'm not ashamed. As of this morning 223 lbs. Been on a bulk so I'm not concerned with BF right now. I'm somewhere in between 15-17%.
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Originally Posted by JerseyDevil
I'm not ashamed. As of this morning 223 lbs. Been on a bulk so I'm not concerned with BF right now. I'm somewhere in between 15-17%. |