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Seanp156 · 05-17-2005, 04:27 PM

Thank you Arch

... Now I gotta be a good little school boy and get to reading..... grrrrrrrrrrrrr...

My only motivation for doing well right now is getting out of my finals hahaha I can't wait for high school to be over.

Seanp156 · 05-17-2005, 06:12 PM

I'm starting to be a little concerned about the incline DB presses... I broke my collar bone 3 years ago, and during the first 2 or 3 warmup sets it bother me a little, but after that it's fine. Now however, there's some pain in it when I move my arm/shoulder in certain ways. I'm wondering If I should cut inclines out, or just tough it through.

Archangel · 05-17-2005, 07:05 PM

Listen to your body Brother, don't be foolish, there is a difference in discomfort and PAIN!!! I would maybe check it out with your DR. Good luck with it!!!

Seanp156 · 05-17-2005, 07:09 PM

Well, during warmups it's more discomfort which goes away usually by the time I get to my working sets, but right now as I said, it hurts when I move my arm certain ways.

Archangel · 05-17-2005, 07:13 PM

Just be careful Brother, ya don't want to suffer a huge set back ya know???
If it hurts too deep I would definatly have it checked out!!! Could just be some scar tissue, but still be careful!!!

Seanp156 · 05-17-2005, 08:18 PM

Yeah I know, I definately don't want a setback. If it still bothers me on back day (saturday) I'll have it checked out.

LW83 · 05-17-2005, 08:19 PM

Well that sucks Sean :|

Seanp156 · 05-17-2005, 08:23 PM

I'm not really hugely concerned about it, but I'll keep an eye on it. If it bothers me saturday I'll have it checked out. Inclines are the only things it's bothered me on. It hasn't bothered me on anything else, even shoulder press. If it eventually leads to having to cut out inclines, or just goes light on them, that's fine with me, but again I hope it's not that big of a deal.

Seanp156 · 05-19-2005, 02:52 PM

Today's w/o was pretty good. I felt like I squated the best I have in a while, but the SLDL was a little shakey form wise (feels like it's working my back more than hams, oddly though on saturday, my deadlifts felt like they worked the hams more than the back). The 2nd set of SLDL felt better, but I know there's something wrong form wise, just keep working on it I guess.

Also, I REALLY need to get new shoes. I have a couple blisters on the top of my right foot which I noticed before going today and thought "Great, on leg day too." I think the shoes are just too small, and they're meant for running as well...

Thursday

5-19-05

Legs

Squats

1st set: 165lbs 6 reps PR - I did do 170 for 4 once, but form wasn't good so it doesn't count

2nd set: 175lbs 6 reps PR

SLDL

1st set: 165lbs 6 reps PR form felt weird though

2nd set: 155lbs 6 reps

Leg Press

1st set: 400lbs 6 reps

2nd set: 400lbs 5 reps

Leg Extensions

1st set: 145lbs 6 reps PR

2nd set: 145lbs 6 reps

Leg Curls

1st set: 130lbs 6 reps PR

2nd set: 130lbs 6 reps

Seated Calf Raises

1st set: 220lbs 6 reps

2nd set: 220lbs 6 reps

3rd set: 175lbs 14 reps (wanted to get a nice burn)

Archangel · 05-19-2005, 04:45 PM

Dynamite W/O there, and Congrats on the PR's!!! Nice numbers there Brother Sean!!!

gwcaton · 05-19-2005, 05:16 PM

Sean ,

Nice wo ! Congrats on 5 PR's

in one wo !

Seanp156 · 05-19-2005, 06:37 PM

Thanks Archie and G-Dub.

How the arm treating you GW? Hope it heals up fast for you.

On the other hand, if it stays like that for a couple years, maybe I can catch up

Also, the Leg Press I use isn't the kind where you push the weight up. You sit on a seat and you actually put the weight on the seat and you push the seat itself up, so I think in addition to the weight on the seat you're also pushing your bodyweight up.

b_reed23 · 05-20-2005, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seanp156

Also, the Leg Press I use isn't the kind where you push the weight up. You sit on a seat and you actually put the weight on the seat and you push the seat itself up, so I think in addition to the weight on the seat you're also pushing your bodyweight up.

for some reason I am having a hard time picturing this............
but anyways, congrats on all your PB!!!!

LW83 · 05-20-2005, 05:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seanp156

Also, the Leg Press I use isn't the kind where you push the weight up. You sit on a seat and you actually put the weight on the seat and you push the seat itself up, so I think in addition to the weight on the seat you're also pushing your bodyweight up.

Hack Squats?

I hate hacks. Don't feel right on my knees. I'll do ATG BB squats over it anyday

Seanp156 · 05-20-2005, 08:55 AM

No, it's not a Hack Squat machine, it's a leg press. I'll try and see if I can find and post a picture of it for ya.

This is kind of what it looks like, but it's not exactly it. The place where you put your feet is maybe a little higher up than here, but this is basically how you're seated.

LW83 · 05-20-2005, 09:25 AM

Never seen one of those

b_reed23 · 05-20-2005, 12:36 PM

I've never seen one of those before.....it's kinda like a modified hack squat though...looks neat!

Seanp156 · 05-21-2005, 02:37 PM

Today's W/O was pretty good and fun as well. There was hardly anyone at all in the gym b/c it's a really nice day outside. At any one time, the most people there was probably around 7, for a while there were only 3 including me. Needless to say, I got my w/o done pretty quick.

Overall I have been noticing some nice gains on P/RR/S. From my first power week to this one (3 weeks later) Most of my lifts have gone up a decent amount and I've gained about 4-6lbs so I'm hoping things keep going well. Only thing I'm having trouble with is deciding when/if to cut.

Saturday

May 21st

Back/Biceps/Abs

BB Bent Rows

1st set: 155lbs 6 reps

2nd set: 155lbs 6 reps

BB Shrugs

1st set: 215lbs 6 reps PR

2nd set: 225lbs 8 reps PR

Hyper Extensions

1st set: 25lbs 12 reps

2nd set: 35lbs 10 reps PR

Cable Lat Pull Downs

1st set: 222.5lbs 12 reps PR?

2nd set: 222.5lbs 10 reps

BB Curls

1st set: 80lbs 6 reps PR

2nd set: 75lbs 6 reps

Concentration Curls

1st set: 35lbs 5 reps PR

2nd set: 30lbs 6 reps

Decline Situps

1st set: 25lbs plate 30 reps

2nd set: 35lbs plate 20 reps

Weighted Crunch machine

1st set: 100lbs 20 reps

2nd set: 90lbs 20 reps

Cardio: 15 minutes elliptical, 11/20 resistance, max crossramp/incline 1.58 miles

Pylon · 05-21-2005, 02:42 PM

That's a lot of PRs in one day. Well done!

Seanp156 · 05-21-2005, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

That's a lot of PRs in one day. Well done!

Thanks Pylon

b_reed23 · 05-24-2005, 11:39 AM

uh oh.....someones taking a few days off from the gym......

gwcaton · 05-24-2005, 11:47 AM

Wow , That is a bunch of PR's

I'm following Billie around and posting after she does !! LOL stalker ? Me ?

TriZZle305 · 05-24-2005, 01:44 PM

Do you play a sport?

shiznit2169 · 05-24-2005, 02:34 PM

what does PR mean?

TriZZle305 · 05-24-2005, 03:14 PM

Personal Record

Archangel · 05-24-2005, 03:47 PM

Awesome w/o and congrats on yet MORE PR's!!! Way to go, keep it up

Seanp156 · 05-24-2005, 06:47 PM

Wow, lots of posts since I've been here last, sorry about being a little late.

Billie - No, I didn't take any extra days of the gym, my days are tuesday, thursday, and saturday

GW - Thanks man

Trizzle - No, I don't play any sports competitively. I used to play tennis in 8th and 9th grade, and I continued to take lessions and play for fun up until last year and was fairly decent at it. I don't think I like competitive sports because I don't really enjoy competing against other people directly most of the time. I might take up some type of martial arts if I get the time to sometime, or maybe join some fun indoor soccer league or something. Sports to me are more about fun than competition.

Today's workout was very good, even though I don't think I hit any PR's weight wise, I did use more weight for the same amount of reps or more than last times Rep Range session. I'm about 1.5 weeks away from graduation and I've been really busy finishing up last minute schoolwork, and I'm also fillling in for a friend at work while she's in Florida; lucky her.... So, today I had to get my workout in fast so I could make it in to work to get things finished on time, but it was still a good w/o.

Archie - Thanks bud

Tuesday

5-24-05

Chest/Shoulders/Triceps/Abs

DB Flat Bench

1st set – 55lbs 8 reps

2nd set – 50lbs 10 reps

3rd set – 40lbs 12 reps

DB Incline Bench

1st set - 45lbs 9 reps

2nd set – 35lbs 12 reps

Standing DB Shoulder Press (man these are HARD compared to sitting down, I can use barely more than 1/2 the weight)

1st set – 30lbs 8 reps

2nd set – 25lbs 10 reps

3rd set – 20lbs 12 reps

Upright rows

1st set – 70lbs 8 reps

2nd set – 60lbs 10 reps

3rd set- 50lbs 12 reps

Skull Crushers

1st set – 50lbs 8 reps

2nd set- 45lbs 12 reps

Cable Pushdowns

1st set – 90lbs 9 reps

2nd set- 100lbs 12 reps

Reverse Decline Situps

1st set – 30 reps

2nd set – 20 reps

Hanging leg/knee raises

1st set – 15 reps

2nd set – 15 reps

Cardio – 10 minutes on stai

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05-17-2005, 06:12 PM	#122
Seanp156 Myostatin Whore Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,184 Photos: 11	I'm starting to be a little concerned about the incline DB presses... I broke my collar bone 3 years ago, and during the first 2 or 3 warmup sets it bother me a little, but after that it's fine. Now however, there's some pain in it when I move my arm/shoulder in certain ways. I'm wondering If I should cut inclines out, or just tough it through.
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05-17-2005, 07:05 PM	#123
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,178 Photos: 4	Listen to your body Brother, don't be foolish, there is a difference in discomfort and PAIN!!! I would maybe check it out with your DR. Good luck with it!!!
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05-17-2005, 07:09 PM	#124
Seanp156 Myostatin Whore Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,184 Photos: 11	Well, during warmups it's more discomfort which goes away usually by the time I get to my working sets, but right now as I said, it hurts when I move my arm certain ways.
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05-17-2005, 07:13 PM	#125
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,178 Photos: 4	Just be careful Brother, ya don't want to suffer a huge set back ya know??? If it hurts too deep I would definatly have it checked out!!! Could just be some scar tissue, but still be careful!!!
	"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

05-17-2005, 08:18 PM	#126
Seanp156 Myostatin Whore Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,184 Photos: 11	Yeah I know, I definately don't want a setback. If it still bothers me on back day (saturday) I'll have it checked out.
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05-17-2005, 08:19 PM	#127
LW83 Lucky Luke Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 2,090 Photos: 7	Well that sucks Sean :\|

05-17-2005, 08:23 PM	#128
Seanp156 Myostatin Whore Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,184 Photos: 11	I'm not really hugely concerned about it, but I'll keep an eye on it. If it bothers me saturday I'll have it checked out. Inclines are the only things it's bothered me on. It hasn't bothered me on anything else, even shoulder press. If it eventually leads to having to cut out inclines, or just goes light on them, that's fine with me, but again I hope it's not that big of a deal.
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05-19-2005, 02:52 PM	#129
Seanp156 Myostatin Whore Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,184 Photos: 11	Power: Legs Today's w/o was pretty good. I felt like I squated the best I have in a while, but the SLDL was a little shakey form wise (feels like it's working my back more than hams, oddly though on saturday, my deadlifts felt like they worked the hams more than the back). The 2nd set of SLDL felt better, but I know there's something wrong form wise, just keep working on it I guess. Also, I REALLY need to get new shoes. I have a couple blisters on the top of my right foot which I noticed before going today and thought "Great, on leg day too." I think the shoes are just too small, and they're meant for running as well... Thursday 5-19-05 Legs Squats 1st set: 165lbs 6 reps PR - I did do 170 for 4 once, but form wasn't good so it doesn't count 2nd set: 175lbs 6 reps PR SLDL 1st set: 165lbs 6 reps PR form felt weird though 2nd set: 155lbs 6 reps Leg Press 1st set: 400lbs 6 reps 2nd set: 400lbs 5 reps Leg Extensions 1st set: 145lbs 6 reps PR 2nd set: 145lbs 6 reps Leg Curls 1st set: 130lbs 6 reps PR 2nd set: 130lbs 6 reps Seated Calf Raises 1st set: 220lbs 6 reps 2nd set: 220lbs 6 reps 3rd set: 175lbs 14 reps (wanted to get a nice burn)
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05-19-2005, 04:45 PM	#130
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,178 Photos: 4	Dynamite W/O there, and Congrats on the PR's!!! Nice numbers there Brother Sean!!!
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05-19-2005, 05:16 PM	#131
gwcaton Lookin' for abs ! Elite Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: central missouri Posts: 9,271 Photos: 28	Sean , Nice wo ! Congrats on 5 PR's in one wo !
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05-19-2005, 06:37 PM	#132
Seanp156 Myostatin Whore Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,184 Photos: 11	Thanks Archie and G-Dub. How the arm treating you GW? Hope it heals up fast for you. On the other hand, if it stays like that for a couple years, maybe I can catch up Also, the Leg Press I use isn't the kind where you push the weight up. You sit on a seat and you actually put the weight on the seat and you push the seat itself up, so I think in addition to the weight on the seat you're also pushing your bodyweight up.
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05-20-2005, 08:55 AM	#135
Seanp156 Myostatin Whore Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,184 Photos: 11	No, it's not a Hack Squat machine, it's a leg press. I'll try and see if I can find and post a picture of it for ya. This is kind of what it looks like, but it's not exactly it. The place where you put your feet is maybe a little higher up than here, but this is basically how you're seated. Last edited by Seanp156 : 05-20-2005 at 09:07 AM.
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05-20-2005, 09:25 AM	#136
LW83 Lucky Luke Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 2,090 Photos: 7	Never seen one of those

05-20-2005, 12:36 PM	#137
b_reed23 this is why I'm hot! Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: West Tennessee Posts: 5,145 Photos: 34	I've never seen one of those before.....it's kinda like a modified hack squat though...looks neat!
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05-24-2005, 01:44 PM	#143
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05-24-2005, 03:14 PM	#145
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05-21-2005, 02:37 PM	#138
Seanp156 Myostatin Whore Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 6,184 Photos: 11	Power: Back/Biceps Today's W/O was pretty good and fun as well. There was hardly anyone at all in the gym b/c it's a really nice day outside. At any one time, the most people there was probably around 7, for a while there were only 3 including me. Needless to say, I got my w/o done pretty quick. Overall I have been noticing some nice gains on P/RR/S. From my first power week to this one (3 weeks later) Most of my lifts have gone up a decent amount and I've gained about 4-6lbs so I'm hoping things keep going well. Only thing I'm having trouble with is deciding when/if to cut. Saturday May 21st Back/Biceps/Abs BB Bent Rows 1st set: 155lbs 6 reps 2nd set: 155lbs 6 reps BB Shrugs 1st set: 215lbs 6 reps PR 2nd set: 225lbs 8 reps PR Hyper Extensions 1st set: 25lbs 12 reps 2nd set: 35lbs 10 reps PR Cable Lat Pull Downs 1st set: 222.5lbs 12 reps PR? 2nd set: 222.5lbs 10 reps BB Curls 1st set: 80lbs 6 reps PR 2nd set: 75lbs 6 reps Concentration Curls 1st set: 35lbs 5 reps PR 2nd set: 30lbs 6 reps Decline Situps 1st set: 25lbs plate 30 reps 2nd set: 35lbs plate 20 reps Weighted Crunch machine 1st set: 100lbs 20 reps 2nd set: 90lbs 20 reps Cardio: 15 minutes elliptical, 11/20 resistance, max crossramp/incline 1.58 miles
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05-21-2005, 02:42 PM	#139
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,319 Photos: 3	That's a lot of PRs in one day. Well done!
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05-24-2005, 11:39 AM	#141
b_reed23 this is why I'm hot! Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: West Tennessee Posts: 5,145 Photos: 34	uh oh.....someones taking a few days off from the gym......
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05-24-2005, 11:47 AM	#142
gwcaton Lookin' for abs ! Elite Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: central missouri Posts: 9,271 Photos: 28	Wow , That is a bunch of PR's I'm following Billie around and posting after she does !! LOL stalker ? Me ?
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05-24-2005, 02:34 PM	#144
shiznit2169 flawless Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 4,036 Photos: 3	what does PR mean?

05-24-2005, 03:47 PM	#146
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,178 Photos: 4	Awesome w/o and congrats on yet MORE PR's!!! Way to go, keep it up
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