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Posted by: Archangel

Hope it gets better for you. Glad to hear the Dr.'s not too concerned, thats a good sign

Take care, and heal up!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Feeling a little better this morning. The lower back is pretty good, though a little tight. The neck has turned into a minor problem, with pretty good ROM.

The problem now is that when I can't work out, I tend to eat junk. So I gave myself the weekend to eat whatever, since I hadn't done it in a while. I didn't go too crazy, but now my body is reminding my of why I try not to eat that crap anymore. I am back on the nutri-horse this morning (I'm having oatmeal/PB/protien right now.) I forgot how much better I feel just from eating right. I have a dr. appt at lunch today, and hopefully I will be clear to get back in the gym.

Posted by: Kimber

Hey Pylon---glad to hear its not anything too serious. Hope today goes well!

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother, that Oatmeal/Peanut Butter/Protein mixture is the BOMB!!! Hope everything goes like you want with the Dr. Take care of that neck

Posted by: fantasma62

Hey Bubba, so I go away for the weekend and you f yourself up?

Man, I hope you are feeling better and are back at it soon enough...

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks...feeling at about 90%, but haven't wanted to get back too fast and reinjure. I'll probably hit the gym today or tomorrow and do a light full body run to get things moving again.

Posted by: fantasma62

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Thanks...feeling at about 90%, but haven't wanted to get back too fast and reinjure. I'll probably hit the gym today or tomorrow and do a light full body run to get things moving again.

Well, I am glad that you are feeling better.
You should try the routine that I was doing before splits. It'll get the blood pumping flowing, the muscles moving, etc....

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother, glad your almost ready to get back at it!!! I'll be starting back Monday. I'm going to the Classic this weekend, so my fire will really be stoked, ya know!!! I tried to explain the 20 reps for legs, and 12 reps for uppers to Kimber, but if I didn't explain good, could you cover my behind and explain to her better!!!

Glad your on the mend Brother!!!

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by fantasma62

Well, I am glad that you are feeling better.
You should try the routine that I was doing before splits. It'll get the blood pumping flowing, the muscles moving, etc....

I'll probably run thru both sides of my split on about 50% wieght, plus cardio. That should sufficiently kick my ass without too much stress on the joints. The I can do cardio and light lifting for the next week while getting through some travel for work.

It is CRITICAL that I am working out in some form before travel. If I don't get in the gym at all, my eating habits fall apart, and I mean in a hurry. As long as I can get some work in, I can keep myself in line. When I am about to go on the road, surrounded by good restraunts and hauling an expense account with me is NOT the time to screw with my intake.

Posted by: Pylon

Back to work, if only lightly. Did 12 minutes on the treadmill (7 of which were light jogging) and 10 on the bike. I can feel the layoff, but felt good to be back at it. Will probably follow with light cardio again tomorrow, lifting on Tuesday.

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother, just got back from the Classic. Starting back up Tuesday huh? Great, can't wait to see your W/O!!!

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother, havn't heard from ya in a while, everything alright?

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Archangel

Hey Brother, havn't heard from ya in a while, everything alright?

Sorry, just haven't had much time. Been busy with work, on the road quite a bit. Things should quiet down for the next week or so (I hope.) Haven't been in the gym at all. Probably won't be able to get in until Monday.

Posted by: Pylon

OK, so here's the story of the last couple of weeks. I've been in a mini-tailspin, caused by a few factors.

The back and neck broke my stride for a while, and caused me to lose focus on my diet. For some reason, when I can't w/o, I pay less attention to what I eat. As my body was coming around, I started a stretch of heavy travel, heading to Birmingham and then Chicago.

To top things off I received some disappointing news at work. (I had been up for a promotion and didn't get it. The rough part was I was told not only had it been decided I would be the one to move up, but I was the best candidate and the best prepared to do well. They gave it to the other candidate because, and these are the words of the person who made the decision, he had worked on a few things that had been suggested to him, so they felt "obligated" to promote him instead. I can respect that kind of loyalty on some level, but knowing I was better suited for the job mae it tough to swallow.)

Anyway, had I been on my regular schedule, I think I would have been OK. But, since I wasn't, I slid even further in my eating habits. I managed to turn a few things around in the last day or two, and am trying to get back on track. (In fact, my parents are in town to visit. My mom is trying out her new waffle maker, and was a little upset that I passed in favor of a protein shake.) I also am set to start working on my MBA in April, having just registered yesterday. So there are some positive things happening, and that should help. Cooking up a mess of grilled chicken later, which will also help set things rolling the right direction.

Posted by: Pylon

I think I will also sit down and re-do my w/o. This seems like a good time for a fresh start with a new HIT routine. I'd like to take some of the stress off my back for a while, just to be safe, so I may have to drop squats, one of my favorite moves.

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother, sorry about the tailspin in your world. Just try to keep your head up and don't let an outside source ruin your goals and dreams

Your better than that.

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks, Arch. I know I shouldn't let that kind of thing drag me down, but it happens now and then.

Anyway, made it back to the gym today with a revamped w/o. I tried to eliminate anything that put too much stress on my lower back, and think I succeeded. Legs will be more difficult, but one thing at a time. Of course, it will take a couple of trips to get the weights right, but at least I'm making the trips.

Incline HS - 140 x 8 (right where I left off.)
Pec Deck - 115 x 6
Smith flat press - 110 x 7

T-bar row - 90 x 12
Rev Pec Deck - 110 x 5
Chins - 85 assist x 5

Smith mil press - 90 x 7
side lat raise - 20 x 8
smith shrugs - 230 x 12

EZ bar upright row - 70 x 8
EZ bar curl (against post) - 40 x 10
Flex curls - 30 x 8
Zottman curls - 20 x 6

DB pullover - 40 x 12
Dips - 100 assist x 8
Seated pressdown machine (iso) - 100 x 6 ea

A couple of notes...

I'm going to drop the Zottmans. I like them, but three straight curl lifts are too many. I will sub out something else (rev cable curl, maybe?) after the EZ bar curls.

Flex curls rule. I love them, even at 30lbs.

My back feels tired, but not injured. The only time I felt anything in my lower back was on the shrugs, but it was a muscle use kind of feeling. Since its stationary during th elift, it should be OK.

I will probable tweak this list a little more before Friday. Chest felt pretty good. I really like the pec deck in that spot. I also need to change something on my tri moves. I think I'll drop the seated pressdown, move the dips to last, and insert something else. I'm open to suggestions on that one.

Overall, felt great to be back in the gym. I'm sure I'll be sore in the AM, but kinda looking forward to that too.

Posted by: Kimber

Hey Pylon--glad to see you back! Hope you're all healed up....workout looks good. Sucks about your promotion, but you seem to be handling it well....something better will come around for you! Have a good day!

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother, thats a damn fine lookin W/O there!!! I love Flex curls, they really work your bi's

Maybe try a reverse grip preacher curl. I really like those. It does happen unfortunately, but I know you will rise above it. Keep your head up and reach for them stars

Posted by: Yunier

Hey man great to see you are back on track. Its sad that the whole promotion thing did not go your way but keep pumpin that iron.

cya.

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks all. Good to be back.

Good soreness this morning. Looking forward to legs tomorrow. I think I can even deal with cardio today.

Posted by: Pylon

Got in my cardio today, butnot when I expected. I ended up at lunch with some co-workers, so I left early and hit the gym on the way home. That, my friends, is a good sign for me.

Posted by: Archangel

We have legs on the same day. Lets go get 'em!!!

Posted by: Pylon

OK, leg day...A little challenging to put together a good w/o without stressing the back, but here's what I came up with...

Hip sled press - 540 x 20
Hip sled calf press - 540 x 10 (just moved feet down on the sled)
iso leg extentions - 45 x 12 each leg
seated leg curls - 160 x 14
adductors - 130 x 20
iso leg press (machine) - 220 x 15 ea
med ball crunch - 15lb x 15 (2 sets)

Felt great, easy on the back (other than the first press, and that wasn't bad.) W/o time right at 20min.

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother, awesome job. Hows the back feel now? Still movin friggen cars I see

Posted by: Yunier

Hey Pylon, glad your back is feeling better and can lift. For some reason I have alot trouble in my joints. Wrists, elbow, and sometimes my knees give me some trouble. Been to the doctor and had xrays done and nothing unusual. It comes and goes which is a pain in the ass because I have to skip training. So far so good though.

Posted by: Kimber

Good to see your back hasn't slowed you down! Nice WO!

Posted by: Pylon

Got some work in today, even though I am working in Toronto. The equipment was great for a hotel, but not like being in a real gym. I got through my upper body workout, using a universal machine with cables (a really nice one with many different setups) and dumbells on a couple of things. Not a great w/o (not really worth posting, since I was just guessing on weights and not really into it,) but better than sitting in my hotel room or in the bar.

Posted by: Archangel

Yes Sir, at least you went and worked out. Thats what seperates YOU from the rest of the world. Keep it goin Brother Pylon

Posted by: Pylon

Got in for legs today. (Didn't particularly want to go, but after Arch's last post, felt kinda obligated. Thanks Archie!)

Squats - 95 x 20, 135 x 20, 185 x 20
Hip sled - 630 x 20
sled calfs - 540 x 17
iso extentions - 45 x 15 ea
seated curls - 160 x 18
adductors - 145 x 20
iso leg press - 220 x 15 ea
med ball crunch - 15lb x 15, 8

I had to add squats back in. I just don't feel like I'm working without them. To reduce the stress on my back, just in case, I dropped the weight way down. I also lost the belt, thinking that I can build up my strength better that way, and since I'm starting with less weight, it seemed like the right time.

Adding them in brought the whole w/o up a notch. I was seriously gassed by the end, and it was all I could do to stay upright and on the outside of my food. Good times....

Posted by: Yunier

Yeah, it aint a complete workout without squats. I used to wear a belt but it never really do anything. But damn, 180lb x 20 is pretty impressive!

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Yunier

Yeah, it aint a complete workout without squats. I used to wear a belt but it never really do anything. But damn, 180lb x 20 is pretty impressive!

Well, it doesn't feel that impressive when the last time I did 275 for 20. But I think moving back a little and losing the belt will be good for me in the long run.

Posted by: Pylon

Got in my cardio today. My legs feel like they are made of lead. guh.

Posted by: Archangel

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Got in for legs today. (Didn't particularly want to go, but after Arch's last post, felt kinda obligated. Thanks Archie!)

My pleasure!!! Nice lookin w/o there too Brother Pylon. Way to come back, you'll be right back to where you where in no time!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Back in the gym to start the week.

Incline HS - 140 x 12
Pec Deck - 110 x 8
Smith flat press - 110 x 10
T-bar row - 100 x 12
Rev Pec Deck - 100 x 10
Chins - 100 lb assist x 7
Rear lats - 30 x 12
Smith mil press - 90 x 8
Smith shrugs - 230 x 12
Flex curls - 40 x 12
Rev cable curl - 55 x 12
Hammer curls - 25 x 10
Stiff aqrm pulldowns - 70 x 12
DB pullover - 50 x 12
Dips - 100 lb assist x 12

I had a lot of moves that need more weight, a couple that REALLY need more. Overall a pretty good workout. I will be on a day trip all day Wednesday, so I might push legs up a day and hit them tomorrow, depending on how I feel.

Posted by: Archangel

Good lookin w/o there Brother Pylon!!! Your'e doin it and thats what matters. Just be careful goin back to back days with HIT. Wouldn't want you to slam your immunity system down too far!!!

Posted by: Pylon

wantt

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Originally Posted by Archangel

Good lookin w/o there Brother Pylon!!! Your'e doin it and thats what matters. Just be careful goin back to back days with HIT. Wouldn't want you to slam your immunity system down too far!!!

No question. It would be a one time deal only. It'll be a game time decision. If I'm not feeling terrific come noon, I'll push it off.

Posted by: Archangel

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Originally Posted by Pylon

wantt
No question. It would be a one time deal only. It'll be a game time decision. If I'm not feeling terrific come noon, I'll push it off.

Posted by: Pylon

OK, new month, new outlook.

My gym time (as well as my time here) has been sporadic at best lately. Too much time on the road, not enough in the gym. With the start of the new month, I am working up a new routine in hopes of getting the fire rekindled. I haven't decided exactly what I will do, but it will involve things I can do with minimal equipment when needed (like in crappy hotel gyms.) I will most likely work up a full and a partial routine for the gym and road. The partial will be more cardio work and body weight stuff like push ups, chair dips, etc. This should allow me to stay on track wherever I go.

If anyone has any thoughts or suggestions on this, I'm listening.

Posted by: Archangel

How many days a week are you on the road? Can you do 2 whole body routines and then the rest of the week focus on cardio?

Posted by: Pylon

I have a full week with no travel, so I think I can get on a good roll before I go out of town again. I spent the weekend trying to be very clean on my food, and did well with the exception of a birthday party on Sunday. I had a hot dog and chips, but passed on the ice ream cake, so I count it as OK.

Monday w/o time @35 minutes - Upper HIT
incline HS - 140 x 11
pec deck - 110 x 9
flat smith press - 110 x 12
t bar row - 135 x 8
rev pec deck - 100 x 12
chins - -100 x 7
smith row - 90 x 8
smith mil press - 90 x 8
smith shrug - 250 x 12
flex curl - 60 x 8
rev cable curl - 80 x 12
seated hammer curl - 25 x 12
stiff arm pulldowns - 100 x 12
db pullover - 60 x 9
dips - -85 x 8

food so far:
protein shake
oatmeal/whey powder/natty pb
lg salad w/ tuna

hitting another shake in @10 minutes
tonight is turkey cutlets, port. mushrooms, peppers on the grill

I've been using the Instone shake mix for the last week or so. I picked up both flavors on sale. The packets are great, since they are in effect a double shake (16oz., 44 g protein.) They also taste great and get VERY think in just water.

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother Pylon, awesome w/o!!! Keep it up!!!
Where did ya pick up the InStone products? I can't find them and I would like to try them at least!!!

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Archangel

Hey Brother Pylon, awesome w/o!!! Keep it up!!!
Where did ya pick up the InStone products? I can't find them and I would like to try them at least!!!

I picked them up at GNC. After the gold card discount I think each box was around $35 for 20 packs. By the way, the packs are a much better deal than the canister of powder, not to mention easier to transport.

Posted by: Pylon

Feeling great this morning. Good soreness, though I have realized through this that I am not working my lats at all. I will have to add something to the routine for this. Otherwise, feels great.

I also hooked up my expresso machine at work, so I am wired up right. Can't wait for leg day tomorrow.

Posted by: Archangel

Thanks for the info, will have to look into GNC. What is the best flavor? I normally like Vanilla because you can mix it with anything, but it's vanilla spice, not sure what that will taste like. Have you thought of Bent-Over Rows for your lats, they hit your back pretty good and if you get a good stretch in there your lats will scream for mercy!!!

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Archangel

Thanks for the info, will have to look into GNC. What is the best flavor? I normally like Vanilla because you can mix it with anything, but it's vanilla spice, not sure what that will taste like. Have you thought of Bent-Over Rows for your lats, they hit your back pretty good and if you get a good stretch in there your lats will scream for mercy!!!

As far as Instone, it only comes in brown and white, both are good. The vanilla is like other vanilla, but with, well, spices (think cinnamon, cloves, etc.) With it's price, I would use it only for straight shakes. I still have some GNC whey around for mixing in oats or whatever.

I was doing rows, but dropped when I revamped to give my back time to rest. Speaking of which...

Posted by: Pylon

Lower HIT

Squats 135x20, 185x20, 235x10
Leg press 630 x 12
calf press 630 x 12
seated leg curl 210 x 20
hip adductors 150 x 12
hip abduction 150 x 12
single leg press 270 x 12 ea
leg extend 150 x 20

A couple of notes...

I had the day off to get to the baseball game with my dad, so I went to my backup gym. The weights are from memory, but I am pretty sure they are right. Also, machines are a little different than my normal gym, which impacted some moves, like leg press.

The squats are going well. The back feels good, and I'm almost back to where I was. I am working w/out a belt or bar pad, so I think the build up will leave me better off in the long run. I have also given up my gloves, though the straps stay.

Did well on food yesterday and today, even took food to the game so I wasn't tempted. (Ballpark food is one of my weak spots.)

Posted by: Archangel

Kick'n w/o there Brother!!! Those squats alone make me wanna puke!!! I' also have dropped the gloves, straps and hooks are also gone. Really tryin to concentrate on grip and raw strength. Thinking about a contest in November, not sure yet though!!!

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Archangel

Kick'n w/o there Brother!!! Those squats alone make me wanna puke!!! I' also have dropped the gloves, straps and hooks are also gone. Really tryin to concentrate on grip and raw strength. Thinking about a contest in November, not sure yet though!!!

I'm nowhere near thinking of contest stuff. If you go in, I'll come watch.

Posted by: Archangel

That would be awesome!!! Definatly doin the Show-me's next May!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Uppers today...

Incline HS 140x11
pec deck 105x12
smith flat press 140x8
t-bar row 135x8
rev pec deck 105x12
chins -115x8

smith row 90x10
smith mil press 90x10
smith shrug 270x10
flex curl 60x10
rev cable curl 120x9
seated hammer curl 35x8

v-bar pushdown 160x12
db pullover 60x12
dips -85x8

Weight was lower on pec decks because I had to use a different machine with different plates. I also switched from stiff pulldowns to v-bar pushdowns because I thought the stiffs were too similar to the pullover, and wanted a different feeling. My tris felt great after this change. Good overall work, good way to start the weekend.

Posted by: Archangel

Excellent w/o there Brother Pylon!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Greeting from Hammond, LA (45 min from New Orleans)

Out of town for work...again...

Had a good weekend, stayed clean for the most part. Ate a little extra on Sunday before leaving, but mostly chicken and veggies with a couple of brats, nothing too bad.

Just finished a decent workout, considering the facilities. Hotel gyms are ususally lacking, but this one at least has a universal machine. Warmed up with light jogging (more on that later), then tried to mimic my w/o for upper as best I could. Had to sub in things like push ups (close hands and spread hands) cable curls, etc. for moves I couldn't do, but overall feel pretty good. Sweating like a beast, since the AC was turned off. Now I know why Coleman works out that way.

As for the jogging, despite my oft-voiced dislike, I am going to make an effort to work it in for a few reasons. First, no equipment needed, which is nice. Second, most areas I go will have at least a treadmill, if not just decent weather. Also, I hate it because I am a big load to be throwing around on the track, so it is hard work.

So yeah, I figured it is something I should be doing for that exact reason. More work in less time is good. We'll see how it goes...

Posted by: Archangel

Stick with it Brother Pylon, your doing something and thats more than alot of people can say. Keep pushin Brother, your an inspiration!!!

Posted by: Pylon

I can't imagine what I would possibly inspire someone to do, but thanks.

Being on the road makes like tough, but the Instone packets help, and most hotels at least have plain instant oats and some fruit on the breakfast bar, so it makes getting the day started a little easier. For a while I got hung up on how much protein I should be getting, but I think I realized I am better off just eating clean and worrying about the macros when I can, rather than eat marginal food to get protein.

Posted by: Pylon

Lower HIT today...

Squats - 135 x 20, 205 x 20, 255 x 20
leg press - 630 x 20
calf press - 630 x 20
lying iso leg curl - 50 x 13 ea
db sumo squat - 120 x 20
sldl - 135 x 12
standing calf raise - 145 x 20

med ball crunch - 15lb x 15, 15lb x 10

I am very pleased with squat progression. I feel I could probably do 20 reps on 285 (where I was before the injury) without a belt, but will work my way up slowly.

I changed a few things around today to keep it fresh. I was out of gas after the leg curls, and stopped halfway thru the sldl set. I kept pushing and finshed off though, and felt damn near dead at the end.

I had a discussion about the intake of sugar after a tough w/o with one of the trainers. He was in favor of it, as long as it was a decent source. Since I am always at my worst after legs, I thought today would be a good day to try it. He mixed up a shake with a mango juice base. It was sweet beyond reason, considering how little sugar I take in. But I have to admit, I feel much better no that I normaly do after legs. I usually have a hard time keeping my focus or being productive. Today I am tired but alert. I may make this a permanent change, but only after legs. I don't think I really need it on upper days.

I forgot to mention something from my trip to New Orleans. I was in the hotel around 7pm. I had to pick someone up at the airport at 11pm, which was an hour or so away. There is a great restraunt in the quarter that I love, but I knew that I would be pressed for time to work out, shower, go to the restraunt, and get back to the airport. I choose to skip the restraunt and went to the gym instead. Should have been an easy choice, I know, but it's still a good sign that my focus has returned.

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother Pylon, don't sell yourself short. Your progress is very inspirational and you always help keep me motivated!!! Your w/o's are progressing great, speaking of progression.............. Those squats are KILLER, 20 at 255? AND you felt like you could do it at 285 too? Oh man my legs just hurt thinking about it, Awesome job!!!

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Archangel

Hey Brother Pylon, don't sell yourself short. Your progress is very inspirational and you always help keep me motivated!!! Your w/o's are progressing great, speaking of progression.............. Those squats are KILLER, 20 at 255? AND you felt like you could do it at 285 too? Oh man my legs just hurt thinking about it, Awesome job!!!

I didn't say I would acutally DO 285...it just felt like I could. You know, if I really wanted.

Posted by: Pylon

By the way, the sugar influx must have been the difference. I felt great all day, no real low point.

Posted by: Pylon

Upper HIT - w/o time 40 minutes

Incline HS - 150 x 12
Pec Deck - 120 x 12
Flat smith press - 140 x 12

T-bar row - 135 x 9
Rev pec deck - 120 x 10
Chins - -115 x 6 + 6 negs

Smith mil - 90 x 11
smith row - 90 x 9
smith shrug - 270 x 10

flex curl - 60 x 8
rev cable curl - 120 x 10
hammer curl (seated) - 35 x 8

v-bar pushdown - 180 x 12
DB pullover 70 x 6
dips - -85 x 10

good workout. felt very strong, especially on early lifts.

Posted by: Archangel

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Originally Posted by Pylon

good workout. felt very strong, especially on early lifts.

Good?

Try Outstanding!!! Your really taking to the HIT Brother, very Impressive w/o!!!

Posted by: Pylon

yeah yeah yeah...Tell that to my mirror, it doesn't seem impressed...

Posted by: Archangel

I bet mine would!!!

Don't sell yourself short Brother

Posted by: Pylon

In Detroit for a couple of days, but the hotel has a really good gym. It's very rooms, 2 treads, 3 bikes, a couple of stair machines and a pretty good looking universal machine.

Got in a cardio session this afternoon. I have decided to try to get in at least one treadmill session a week. I hate to run (did I mention that before?) and I figure it is because it is so hard given what I have been trying to haul around. Now that the amount of, well, me has gone down, I feel like running is a good way to get the HR up in a short time. Did @23 minutes (including warm up and cool down of 3 min each,) then run/walk. Tried to get the run rate up as I went, which meant shorter run times. In the end got a pretty good w/o that way. Was winded but not dead at the end, and actually felt pretty good. Hoping to work up to a full run session for the w/o down the road.

Posted by: Pylon

My good feelings about this hotel have been dampered by their restraunt. I ordered the cobb salad, figuring it would be safe. The tomatoes were rock hard and mostly green. The lettuce was bagged and slightly brown in spots. Not good. On the bright side, my "welcome basket" had a couple of grapefruit halves, so I ate those after dinner. It helped a bit, but I may have to dip into my shakes before the night is over. (I have 4 left, and fly home Tuesday afternoon.)

Posted by: Archangel

The road can be a bummer Brother!!! Hang in there and you'll be back before you know it!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Upper HIT work today. A little off since it was all on a universal machine, but was able to get in most of the same moves I do at home, just not quite as well, you know?

I also didn't bother recording the weights, since it was the kind that just has numbers on the plates and no way to be sure how much they are supposed to weigh. So I took stabs at it and kept pumping until done on each move.

Also, did 1/2 mile of light jogging for my warm up. (Have I mentioned I hate to run?) I have to admit, it was a great warm up and got me going better than a bike or elliptical ever did. I think the treadmill work my stick around.

Posted by: Archangel

At least your doing it Brother!!! Hats off to you!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Today is a travel day (headed home) so I got in my work early. I planned to do 30 min on the treadmill, but they were both booked. (To my suprise, I was a little disappointed.) So I did 20 min on a bike until a treadmill opened up, then did 12 min on there. I made it to a mile of mostly jogging (about 3:1 ratio of jogging:walking, I think.) Not great for most people, but for me to drag my sorry ass out of bed this early (5am my time) and be handed an excuse to NOT run, then do it anyway...well, that is progress.

Posted by: Archangel

It sure is, way to go!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Leg day, leg day...oh, how I love leg day...

Squats - 135x20, 205x20, 295x12 (see below)
leg press - 730x15
calf press - 730x15
lying iso leg curl - 50x12 ea
SLDs - 135x16
standing calf raise - 160x20
leg ext - 140x14
machine crunch - 110x25
w/o time @30 min

I am ready to declare myself back to full strength on squats. I looked at my book for the last time I did them before the injury. I was at 270x17, so 295x12 is equal or better than the old lift, plus no belt or pad. Ready to start making gains there again.

I was a little sloppy on the standing calf raise form, mostly because I couldn't really feel anything belo the waist by then, so I will keep the weight there next time as well. Happt to have SLDs back as well, really felt them. Next time the lineup is shuffled, I will being back rack pulls as well.

Posted by: Archangel

Awesome Job Brother Pylon!!! I would definatly say your back

Posted by: Pylon

What about my back?

Posted by: Archangel

Took me a minute, talk about a long day!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Z'ok. Well all go through it...

Posted by: Pylon

Double hit on cardio day...Legs were yesterday, which officially makes this the worst day of the week. We had a retirement party at work for a guy, including a BBQ lunch with lots of goodies. I went over and said goodbye, then headed out the door before the food caught up to me...

Sticking to my new plan, I did only treadmill work for cardio. I got in about 1.5 miles in the 20 min session, with a good full mile of jogging (or, as I light to think of it, light plodding.)

I am also starting a stack today of Tight with 25mg ephedrine. I had LOTS of energy about an hour into the day.

So I got the cardio done and felt pretty good. Lots of energy, and sweating like it was raining out...which it is, but I wasn't running in it. Anyway, still dripping a little back in the office, which is fine with me. Lets me know I'm getting some bang for my buck.

Posted by: Archangel

Do you recomend the Tight? Was wondering about the T3 myself!!!
I HATE cardio after leg day

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Archangel

Do you recomend the Tight?

Give me a couple of weeks and I will let you know. This is the first time I've tried it.

I had plenty of energy to get throught the day and no problem falling asleep, so that's a good start.

Posted by: Pylon

Uppers...

Incline HS - 160x12
pec deck - 135 x 12
flat smith - 150 x 10
T-bar - 135 x 10
Rev pec decl - 120 x 10
chins - -115x6+2 negs
smith mil - 90x12
smith row - 90x10
smith shrug - 270x8

flex curl - 60x8
rev cable curl - 120x9
seated hammer curl - 35x8
V-bar push - 195x12
DB pullover - 70x12
dips - -85x10

This make 3 straight weeks where I am increasing my incline press. I was stuck at 140 for a while, but it seems to be really taking off. I also have increased my other chest lifts at the same time.

I was ready to quit after 8 T-bars, but cranked out 2 more. Same with dips. I will have to drop even more on my pull-ups. Not happy with that at all. I may switch to lat pulls for a while to try to get stronger at them.

The break in the list is where I pretty much ran out of gas. I was soaked in sweat and ready to fall over, but kept going. I got my second wind around the V-bar presses, and hit another level on DB pullovers today.

The Tight/eph has defintely made a difference in my w/o. I am more tired after than ever, which I chalk up to having my system revved up to start. I am also lifting a little more, which is also a good sign, but not sure if the stack is why. I will say I felt as tired after uppers today as I usually do after legs, and that NEVER happens.

Posted by: Archangel

Kicken w/o there Brother Pylon!!! Your numbers just keep blowin up!!! Sounds like Tight works pretty good, let me know in a few weeks if its still working. I'm interested in it if it does!!!

Posted by: FishOrCutBait

Good lookin w/o there Pylon, how long did it take you to get all that done?! I'd be huffin and puffin after that too!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by FishOrCutBait

Good lookin w/o there Pylon, how long did it take you to get all that done?! I'd be huffin and puffin after that too!

That was about 35 minutes, not couting the warm up (5 min treadmill, light set on pec deck.)

Yeah, I was suckin' wind pretty good at the end...not to mention the middle...and right after the start...

Posted by: Pylon

12:30 Sunday afternoon, I must be in the airport...

Headed to St. Paul today. Will be there until Wendesay morning, I think. I have my supps, shakes and straps packed. I am going to miss my workout Wednesday, as I will get in around 11 and head home, then to see Elvis Costello in the evening. So, to make up, I am going to find a gym when I get there and try to do legs tonight. That way I can do cardio M and W, uppers on Tuesday and then Thursday. No missed w/o for me.

The new stack is going great. I started with Tight on Th, Tight and Eph on Friday, then my full stack of T&E at 7 and noon. Each time I felt a little over-stimulated, but easing into has helped. Today I feel the diff with more energy and a little warmer than before, but no ill effects. This should be a great month. I am hoping to get to 14%BF by end of May. I don't know exactly what I am at, but will be doing measurements on Friday. (That thought should also help keep my food intake on track while on the road.

Posted by: Alaric

Holy crap I just did a quick scan by your journal. That's some awesome leg strength you've got there Pylon. How do you like 'em 20 rep squats?

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alaric

Holy crap I just did a quick scan by your journal. That's some awesome leg strength you've got there Pylon. How do you like 'em 20 rep squats?

Thanks for the props.

The 20 rep squats suck. I hate them. OK, I love them, but they still suck. I start off that way on leg day and am always gassed at the end. If I miss them, my day isn't nearly as intense.

Posted by: BulkMeUp

Wow!! those are some pretty heavy wo's! My legs hurt just reading your weights!!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Mmm...leg day...

The fine folks at Gold's Gym were kind enough to give me a one week pass at no charge to use their gym. (I spent the money I would have paid on a Tshirt, so everyone wins.)

Squats - 135x12, 205x12, 295x12

leg press - 630x20
calf press - 630x20

seated leg curl - 150x20
SLDs - 135x20

standing calf raise - 80lb DB x 12ea
leg ext - 150 x 14

med ball crunch - 15lb, 2 sets of 15

w/out time @35 mintues

I started out thinking the bar felt really light on squats. I did fewer on my warm up hoping to get 20 on the last set. I was lucky to get 12. Needless to say, it did not feel light at the end.

Their leg press had a little more angle on it, so I backed off the weight a bit. 630 was just right. Had a little trouble getting up at the end.

The curls and the SLDs fried my hams. Felt fantastical!

They didn't have a machine for standing calfs, so I grabbed a big DB, an aerobic step thing and found a wall. Hoo rah!

The funny part, to me at least, were the number of guys and gals working out, and not one person was using the power rack. What is this world coming to? I saw one guy sitting on a preacher bench for about 20 minutes, staring into the mirror, weights no where in sight. He was pretty well put together, but I have no idea how he got that way. Glad I wasn't doing uppers.

I am going to work up a new upper program tonight. I'll post it for thougts tonite or tomorrow.

Posted by: Archangel

Brother Pylon, Incredible w/o there!!! Look forward to seeing your new Upper routine!!!

Posted by: Pylon

OK, here is what I have sketched out for new upper HIT. The idea is to try to change up as much as possible to hit from new fresh angles. (Only one exercise is held over.) I am also trying to reduce the amount of time I spend changing stations, so I have tried to stay in one place for an exercise or two before moving where I can. This has led to a change in the order I work things as well. I'll be trying it on Tuesday, so any comments to help me tweak it before then are welcome.

Some of these are out of the new issue of M&F, so they are different than things I have tried before...

High pulley rope pulldown (lats)
Face pull
Rev incline DB row

Flat db press
flat db flye w/ twist (palms start facing the ceiling, end with pinkies together)
smith incline press

smith close grip press
stiff arm pulldowns
bench dips (hands on bench, feet on floor to start, might move to second bench)

Arnold press
Rev incline DB front raise
underhand smith mil press (palms toward face)

flex curl (really like them, and they are a diff angle than other curls)
conc curl on preacher bench (turned around, to limit arm movement)
wrist curls

There it is. Any thoughts?

Posted by: Archangel

I like the new routine!!! Really looks solid and practical too!!! What do you do for a living, I prolly asked but I can't for the life of me remember LOL

Posted by: Pylon

I'm a manager in a construction company. I handle the PC equipment in the field, doing upgrades, maintenance, training, quality control, software testing, etc etc etc...

Got in my cardio today. Tried jogging, but (as is so often after leg day) my pins would have none of it. So I did 1.5 miles of brisk walking at 5% incline, then a little time in the hotel pool relaxing. Very nice.

Posted by: Archangel

Cool, I hear ya about running, my fat behind can't handle it either!!! Good cardio session Brother!!!

Posted by: BulkMeUp

I know you said you are doing HIT. But how many sets+reps do you plan on that wo? I havent tried some of those exercises (e.g. smith machine) will be intresting to know your feedback.

Posted by: Pylon

One set each, rep range of 8-12 (12-20 for lowers, btw.)

Yeah, lots of new stuff to try for me in this one. Can't wait!

Posted by: Pylon

new upper HIT w/o

here we go...

High cable rope pulldowns - 100 x 12
face pull - 100 x 12
Rev incline DB row - 40 x 12
flat DB press - 40 x 12
flat DB flye w/ twist - 30 x 12
smith incline press - see below
smith cg press - 160 x 8
stiff pulldowns - 50 x 10
bench dips (butt to floor) - 10
arnold press - 30 x 12
rev incline db front raise - 15 x 12
underhand smith mil press - 70 x 8
EZ bar flex curl - 60 x 10 (I think...I lost count)
Conc curl on incline bench - 20 x 12
wrist curl - 30 x 20

Not too bad overall, but I feel like I'm missing a big lift. Could be from not doing incline presses (couldn't get a bench to use.) Went a little safe on weights, guessing on cable weights (not my gym.) Love the twist flyes, underhand mil press. Will probably drop either the face pulls or the rev row. Too similar. (Hmm...maybe that's a good place to put rack pulls back in...) W/o time was around 35 I think.

Posted by: Archangel

Awesome job Brother!!! I wouldn't worry too much about not doing Incline Bench, sometimes the different angle of attack will do wonders!!! Not that I should be giving advice on chest since mine is practically non-existant!!!

Thinking about goin with almost all DB work to try and spark SOME growth!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks Archie. I think I am going to throw the rack pulls/deads back in instead of the rev row. I really want to give the face pulls some time. The movement was a little weird at first, but a few of my moves were like that yesterday. Too much new stuff, I guess.

Flying home today. Whoopee!

Posted by: Pylon

OK, this was cool enough I had to grab my laptop and log on again...

So, I'm in the airport in St. Paul and starving. I had a shake @6am, and it was getting time to eat. Problem is, airport food sucks. So I'm walking to my gate and looking at the options. There's a bar that serves french toast...cinnabon...burger king....etc etc etc...

So I stopped at the newstand and picked up a bottle of water and some turkey jerkey. I still have a protein drink in my bag, but I needed food. This wasn't really it, but it would have to do, as it has so many other time...

But then, walking to my gate, I pass an airport cafe whose name I have already forgotten. I started looking at the board and realized it had REAL FOOD! And not just "food," but things like organic meats, real salads, etc. I got oatmeal with organic fruit. IT RULED!!!

Posted by: BulkMeUp

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

new upper HIT w/o

here we go...
.

wow. thats quite a wo!

Posted by: Archangel

Glad your on your way back!!! Real food, in an airport? Awesome!!! Give those Face pulls some time, they are Incredible!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Man, I love this time of year. I'm sitting on the deck, grilling some chicken for the rest of the week/weekend, posting with my laptop and eating Cot Cheeze/Nat PB. Life is a pretty sweet fruit...

Posted by: Archangel

I'll take that Chicken Breast right there!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Dude, stop drooling on my breasts....

Posted by: FishOrCutBait

LOL, geez you guys... Im at home, sick got some weird head cold, and my tonsils are all wonky, about to go to the doctor, and It's raining... Though, Im still kickin, so Im not complaining... mmm... chicken...

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Dude, stop drooling on my breasts....

Posted by: Pylon

Took yesterday off for a little rest, planned on doing legs today. I've got a little hitch in my back (right between the shoulders) so I thought I should give it a little more rest to be safe. Did cardio instead (jogging again.) I'm trying to work up to a full mile from the start with no walking rest. I'm adding .05 mile each time, then trading off .1 mile walking when needed. I'll get there at some point. I ended up with about a mile due to time constraints, but even that was a pretty good cardio session for me.

Posted by: Archangel

Good lookin plan there Brother Pylon!!! Hope the backs okay!!!

Posted by: Pylon

I'm sure it'll be fine. Just not taking any chances. It actually feels fine right now.

I'll be out this weekend visiting the parents. I'm taking my running shoes so I can get in some outdoor jogging...

Posted by: gwcaton

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Man, I love this time of year. I'm sitting on the deck, grilling some chicken for the rest of the week/weekend, posting with my laptop and eating Cot Cheeze/Nat PB. Life is a pretty sweet fruit...

That sounds to good to be true ! Enjoy your weekend

Posted by: Pylon

Off to my parent's place for the weekend. I'll be back on Sunday. Peace, y'all.

Posted by: FishOrCutBait

Hope you have some fun! Good luck with the runnin, there!

Posted by: Archangel

Have a great weekend Brother Pylon!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Good mother's day weekend. Saw both sides of the fam, spent some time with just my fam. Kept the diet in check (even passed on mom's biscuits and gravy, had a shake instead. Even packed extra chicken breasts just in case, and needed them all!.) Worst I did was tonight. The wife want pizza, so I ate half a small chicken pizza (buffalo sauce and pepper cheese.) Wonderful stuff, had just enough. More grilling tonite, as all the chicken is gone. Ready to hit the wieght pile tomorrow!

Posted by: Archangel

Will be hitting the weights with ya tomorrow Brother!!! Glad your weekend was a success!!! Did you get a chance to see The Phantom yet?

Posted by: Pylon

No, but she was happy with the gifts. We'll watch it some time this week, I'm sure.

Posted by: Pylon

Back in the gym for upper HIT day, tweaking just a little and back in my own place...Total time (not counting warm ups) 28 minutes.

Rack pull - 135x12 (warm up), 225 x 12
face pull - 115 x 12
high rope pulldown - 115 x 12

flat db press - 50 x 12
db flye w/ twist - 35 x 12
smith incline press - 160 x 5

smith cg 160 x 5
stiff rope pulldowns - 70 x 12
bench dips - bwx9

seated lat raise - 25 x 11
rev inc db front raise - 25 x 9
underhand smith mil press - 70 x 9

ex bar flex curl - 60 x 12
cory curls - 40 x 8
conc curl (on preacher bench) - 20 x 8
wrist curls - 35 x 12

I ran out of gas righ aroun flex curls. I added in the cory after seeing Fish mention them. I've always thought about adding them, and it seems like a nice change of angle on the arms.

I love the underhand smith mil. Great on front shoulders. Adding the rack pull and moving the high rope pulls helped a lot. I need a big lift to start the day, or else I just don't feel right. I have to kneel for the high rope and stiff rope pulls, but I really like them. The face pulls felt much better today as well.

I will probably drop the flyes. They just don't do it for me, and I really like the pec deck for that movement. Otherwise this setup feels pretty good.

Posted by: gwcaton

All that in 28 min's

Posted by: BulkMeUp

28 mins? wow!!

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah, I was suprise when I saw the clock. The place was pretty empty, so no waiting on a station, and the only rest is to change weights. The new routine is pretty efficient as far as moving around, which is by design.

Posted by: Archangel

Incredible w/o there Brother Pylon!!! 28 minutes is awesome, How do you feel now?

Posted by: bludevil

Holy Crap, that w/o in 28 minutes is truly busting butt. I bet your definately going to have some DOMS tomorrow.

Posted by: Rocco32

Great w/o buddy! So how long have you been doing HIT style?

Posted by: FishOrCutBait

DANG DUDE!!! Everybody said it, but, 28 mins is bookin!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by bludevil

Holy Crap, that w/o in 28 minutes is truly busting butt. I bet your definately going to have some DOMS tomorrow.

Dare to dream, man. Dare to dream...

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocco32

Great w/o buddy! So how long have you been doing HIT style?

I guess about 3 months or so. I get a great w/o in fewest minutes, so I love it. I have to admit I've been salivating over all the prrs stories going around. Just a few more weeks....

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Dare to dream, man. Dare to dream...

AMEN!!!

Posted by: Rocco32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

I guess about 3 months or so. I get a great w/o in fewest minutes, so I love it. I have to admit I've been salivating over all the prrs stories going around. Just a few more weeks....

Cool. We look forward to you coming to our side in a few weeks

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocco32

Cool. We look forward to you coming to our side in a few weeks

Posted by: Rissole

Found it.... i thought i heard someone say P/RR/S in here...

Posted by: FishOrCutBait

Hey, I like your lil dealy... First Timothy:15-16, good stuff, Brother Riss!

Man, we'll be glad to see you on "THE RIPPED SIDE" lol...

Posted by: Pylon

Cardio day....

Got in a mile on the treadmill, 90% jogging. Shooting for a full mile non-stop next week. (Iknow I won't get it on Thursday, since Wed is leg day.)

I know a mile is not much for most people, but I don't think I've ever gotten a full mile running. Ever. Not once. But I will.

OK, going to tear into some chicken from last night's grill session. Archie, hands off!

Posted by: ihateschoolmt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Cardio day....

OK, going to tear into some chicken from last night's grill session. Archie, hands off!

Good luck next week, I'm sure you can get it.

Posted by: Rissole

Quote:

Originally Posted by FishOrCutBait

Hey, I like your lil dealy... First Timothy:15-16, good stuff, Brother Riss!

Man, we'll be glad to see you on "THE RIPPED SIDE" lol...

So will i..... so will i

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

OK, going to tear into some chicken from last night's grill session. Archie, hands off!

But it smells SOOOOOO Good!!!

Posted by: BulkMeUp

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

I know a mile is not much for most people, but I don't think I've ever gotten a full mile running. Ever. Not once. But I will.

Am sure you will!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

OK, going to tear into some chicken from last night's grill session.

Posted by: Rocco32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Cardio day....

OK, going to tear into some chicken from last night's grill session. Archie, hands off!

How much do you weigh buddy? I would maybe lay off jogging and use an elliptical trainer. When I was losing my weight I screwed my shins and knees up BIG time by running. Get down to where you want to be and then slowly incorporate some running in if you really want to run. Otherwise the elliptical is very close to running and will not mess you up.

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocco32

I'm at about 275 now, but the running doesn't bother me (well, except the stuff that is supposed to bother me.)

One reason I'm working it in now is that it is so difficult, I get a much better w/o in a shorter time. Once I hit the mile mark, I'll probably be less motivated to keep running, and start switching off.

Posted by: Archangel

I've always heard Harder is Better, but I Despise running!!! I will be starting my cardio tomorrow, I will be using the eliptical rider. Worried though in that I have not done cardio in over a year!!! Hang in there Brother Pylon!!!

Posted by: Pylon

I hate running more than accounting (which is what I should be working on right now.) Heck, I don't run in from the car when it rains. That being said, I kinda like knowing I am doing something I couldn't do before. More signs of progress, I suppose.

I like the eliptical a lot. But I can do 20 minutes at max resistance on it, and not get nearly as gassed as I do in half that time on the treadmill.

Posted by: Rissole

I rekon running can comprimise your leg mass, walking on an incline or the eliptical (Xtrainer) would be better, Or do HIIT

Posted by: Pylon

If there's one thing I ain't worried about right now, it's mass, let alone leg mass. (Hang on, leg day is tomorrow...)

And again, once I get to the mile point, I'll feel better about changing. I just need to prove something to myself, you know?

Posted by: Rocco32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

I'm at about 275 now, but the running doesn't bother me (well, except the stuff that is supposed to bother me.)

One reason I'm working it in now is that it is so difficult, I get a much better w/o in a shorter time. Once I hit the mile mark, I'll probably be less motivated to keep running, and start switching off.

I really hope not but chance are it will. It doesn't happen right away but after a few times it'll start to happen. No offense but at that weight a high impact jarring motion on the legs WILL fuq you up. Prove something to yourself later, be smart about it now.

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rocco32

I have no doubt running will be the death of me. I have even less doubt about it when I am doing it.

Posted by: LW83

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

I have no doubt running will be the death of me. I have even less doubt about it when I am doing it.

I love running, but had to stop. I realised that I can build muscle or run, not both :\

Posted by: Cris2Blis

don't stop him now, he's SOOOO close! and this board is all about meeting goals... get the mile mark pylon!

but i agree 100% about the elliptical and less stress on the knees/legs... maybe set your next goal on that...?

ps- thanks for stopping by my journal, had to repay the favor!

Posted by: Archangel

Hey Brother Pylon, where are the Leg Numbers???

Posted by: CaptainDeadlift

Did you get that mile yet?

Posted by: Pylon

Sorry no posting yesterday...been swamped at work. I'll tell the story later if I have time...Haven't made it to the gym (still waiting to do legs...) Leaving for New Orleans at 7 am, haven't packed, have class tonite, won't be home till 11... ARRGHHH!!!

Posted by: Archangel

Brother Pylon, on the road again? Sorry your swamped, sometimes that stuff happens and drives you crazy, you'll be okay, take it easy and talk at ya later!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks Archie...

OK, my day was killing me, couldn't concentrate, had no focus...so I went to the gym for legs. Figured it would take the edge off and get me back focused.

Squats - 135x12, 295x20
Leg press - 720 x 20
calf press - 720 x 17

leg curl - 160 x 20
standing calf - 160 x 20
leg ext - 160 x 12
SLDs (with DBs) - 180 x 12

Total w/o time: 23min

I had to use DBs on the SLDs because they was a guy that was in the power cage form the time I did my squats until I finished. I think I saw him do three sets of mil presses the whole time. Oh well...

I had LOTS of energy early on, just about dead at the end. Wasn't sure I would make it out of the shower, but got thru it. Waiting now from my body to rebound a little before Accounting class tonite. My form was a smidge sloppy on squats, so I will wait to go up until I do 20 reps again.

Posted by: fUnc17

295 x 20 nice man, and all in 23 min

Posted by: Archangel

OMG!!! Incredible, 20 reps would have me heaving my guts up!!! The wife and I got tickets to the redsox game, will have to hook up and eat a hotdog or somethin!!!

Posted by: Rissole

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Squats -295x20

Well well well..... what have we here.......

Posted by: gwcaton

Nice wo !

I sure all you 20 rep nuts aren't holding your breath waiting for me to try that

Posted by: Rissole

Yeah yeah.... come on Gazza....

Posted by: Archangel

Of course that hotdog is a Protein dog!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Archangel

Of course that hotdog is a Protein dog!!!

Deal! Where are the seats?

Posted by: Pylon

Heading to the airport. Will be in New Orleans (or actually about 45 minutes west) until Tuesday nite. Gym options will be limited, but I'll see what I can do. Will be checking in, should have lots o free time at night. Taking the camera (last time I met Sean Penn, James Carville and Hunter S Thompson right before he died.) I might even post a pic at some point.

Posted by: LW83

Have a good flight

I love flying.

Posted by: BulkMeUp

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Squats - 135x12, 295x20
Leg press - 720 x 20
calf press - 720 x 17

wow! great numbers!

Posted by: b_reed23

WOW...295 for 20 reps???? That's amazing Pylon, great job!!

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks kids. Told you I love leg day!

So, I'm in New Orleans...or at least close to it. Got in work and got to the hotel. Lots of work to do this weekend...

ANYWAY, I got to the hotel and find I have a microwave and a fridge. So I went to the store and picked up a few things, like frozen cooked chicken breasts, SF pudding, FF low carb milk, frozen veggies and pickles. I am stocked up for between meals and if I don't feel like going out. Is that dedicated or just crazy?

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Deal! Where are the seats?

Section 251!!! Where are you???

Posted by: Alaric

Quote:

Squats - 135x12, 295x20
Leg press - 720 x 20
calf press - 720 x 17

leg curl - 160 x 20
standing calf - 160 x 20
leg ext - 160 x 12
SLDs (with DBs) - 180 x 12

Holy crap, all those #'s are insane. Hell the fact that you did it all in under 25 minutes...I'm sure I'd be taking massive breaks after those kind of sets.....

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Archangel

Section 251!!! Where are you???

I'll have to check to make sure, but I think its 232.

Posted by: bludevil

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Squats - 135x12, 295x20
Leg press - 720 x 20
calf press - 720 x 17

leg curl - 160 x 20
standing calf - 160 x 20
leg ext - 160 x 12
SLDs (with DBs) - 180 x 12

Total w/o time: 23min

Man that's one nice looking leg workout their. You 20 rep guys on squats are just sick. One of these days I'm going to cowboy up and try them myself.

Posted by: Pylon

Got in my cardio late today...30 min on treadmill, power walk. Better than nothing, I suppose...

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

I'll have to check to make sure, but I think its 232.

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Got in my cardio late today...30 min on treadmill, power walk. Better than nothing, I suppose...

As they say, Something IS better than Nothing!!! Way to go!!!

Posted by: soxmuscle

What you've been able to do thus far reminds me of the Red Sox coming back from down 0-3 to the Yankees and then beating your Cardinals in a clean sweep. Ha. Keep it up, and nice workouts.

Posted by: Archangel

Quote:

Originally Posted by soxmuscle

What you've been able to do thus far reminds me of the Red Sox coming back from down 0-3 to the Yankees and then beating your Cardinals in a clean sweep. Ha. Keep it up, and nice workouts.

Thats just mean!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by soxmuscle

What you've been able to do thus far reminds me of the Red Sox coming back from down 0-3 to the Yankees and then beating your Cardinals in a clean sweep. Ha. Keep it up, and nice workouts.

Well, it's not like I struggled for 86 years before I started....

Posted by: soxmuscle

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Well, it's not like I struggled for 86 years before I started....

Only 16 years of my life.

Posted by: LW83

Quote:

Squats - 295x20

Posted by: Pylon

Long day at work, but at least it is active work, not sitting behind a desk. I should get extra credit for sweating my ass off in the Lousiana sun and humidity...

Managing to keep the food intake on track. Grilled catfish last nite w/green beans and brown rice, today oatmeal (instant...blech,) protein shake, grilled chick sammich w/ soup (shrimp and corn chowder), some fruit, and just had some frozen chicken and a couple of pickles. Not too bad I guess.

Posted by: Pylon

Had a cup of thin gumbo and some boiled shrimp for dinner. Will wait a couple hours, hit the gym (universal machine in the hotel, but it's something at least) then some SF FF pudding before bed for a protein kick...Can't wait to get home...

Posted by: Pylon

OK, I lied. No w/o last night. Too tired, plus my legs are still really tight from the pounding they got on Thursday. Just finished up working on Sunday, going to eat something and take a nap, w/o, then got to dinner...

Posted by: gwcaton

Liar lair pants on fire !

Posted by: Cris2Blis

hotel "gyms" or "fitness centers" suck sometimes... i traveled a ton for work in the fall. i dont know if your a Hilton Honors/Mariott member but a lof of the branches will let you work out at local gym during your stay if you are... great perk!

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by Cris2Blis

hotel "gyms" or "fitness centers" suck sometimes... i traveled a ton for work in the fall. i dont know if your a Hilton Honors/Mariott member but a lof of the branches will let you work out at local gym during your stay if you are... great perk!

I usually will look ahead and find a gym wherever I am headed. Problem is, I'm in a little crap town with nothing. Not even a YMCA that I could find.

Posted by: Pylon

Got in my work tonight, but it sucked. The cable station was broken, and I could move the pulley from about knee height. There also wasn't much I could do for bi's, so I ended up doing modified shrugs from the cables, then sitting on the floor and doing bi curls with the cables from the same spot. Oh well, maybe the diff angle is good. Did some chest presses, rows, pulldowns...not great, but something. Can't wait to be back home...Man, I hate this town.

Posted by: Cris2Blis

maybe you can fill some buckets with ice and do some curls...

it's gonna be a sight when you get back to your gym and tear it up!! Hang in there.

Posted by: gwcaton

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Got in my work tonight, but it sucked. The cable station was broken, and I could move the pulley from about knee height. There also wasn't much I could do for bi's, so I ended up doing modified shrugs from the cables, then sitting on the floor and doing bi curls with the cables from the same spot. Oh well, maybe the diff angle is good. Did some chest presses, rows, pulldowns...not great, but something. Can't wait to be back home...Man, I hate this town.

Mr. Improv

Posted by: shiznit2169

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They didnt have any dumbbells or preacher curls?

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by shiznit2169

They didnt have any dumbbells or preacher curls?

In a hotel gym? In rural lousiana? What are you smoking?

Posted by: CaptainDeadlift

Do you travel to the same place all the time or do you get to see different places?

Posted by: Pylon

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Originally Posted by CaptainDeadlift

Do you travel to the same place all the time or do you get to see different places?

I travel to a finite number of places, but the number is high. In the last couple of years I've been to about 30 different locations.

Posted by: Archangel

Good Improv Brother !!!

Posted by: Rissole

Something is better than nothing Pylon, stick at it

Posted by: Pylon

Got in my cardio...a few minutes power walk to warm up, 20 minutes of hill intervals. Had a small window to get it in. Ate dinner around 5:30 (ribeye steak and swet potato...hey, traveling on someone else's dime has its high points.) Waited 2 hours, but had to be back in my room at 8pm (24 was on, you know.) All done...but have to sit in sweaty clothes until the show is over. Glad I'm not sharing a room with anyone.

Posted by: LW83

I miss cardio

Was it fun? I have to live it through other people