Becoming A Jaw Dropper

Pylon · 12-25-2006, 05:10 PM

Looks like you are getting introduced quickly to the benefit of posting your workout plans (or the danger, depending on how you look at it). But Burner is right, you are missing some important stuff and focusing too much on the things you are doing. Dial down the volume a little, up the poundage some. You'll get there a little faster and be stronger for it. Bottom line, though, is you look like you are willing to put in a ton of work, which is a great start.

Good luck!

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Burner02

Hey!
Didn't you say that you are following a tape or something?
Not one to beat around the bushes....that workout is crap.
Too much volume, too many exercises for isolated muscle groups...
I don't even see any chest/back exercises.

You need to target your whole body. Ht the big muscles w/ compound movements 1st. Hit the smaller muscles after. example: Chest then triceps.

As Sean stated...WAY too many reps. Bring them down to the 6 - 12 rep range. (i do one warm up set for 15 reps...but then drop down under 10)

You are already doing a cardio session in the am..no need to do another 'cardio' session w/ the weights.

I know my workout is garbage, but it's all I know right now. I need to firstly invest in some heavier weights (which is my #1 priority once I get back home from the holidays). And then I will start to re-work my routine so that I am doing lower/heavier reps and targeting all the muscle groups I am missing.

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Burner02

I posted what my basic workout is in my journal if you want to get an idea.
My rep scheme...I do 'reverse pyramids': I do my heavy work first: low reps, then medium adn then high reps

Example:
Bench Press:
set 1) 315*5 reps
set 2) 315*5 reps
set 3) 225*8 reps
set 4) 135*12 reps

That will hit all muscle fibers. I choose reverse pyramids; hit heavy lifts first, so I am stronger at the begining of the execise and keep the intensity up.

Sounds like an awesome plan.

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Burner02

Merry Christmas, B!

Merry Christmas... annnnd Happy Boxing Day!

Avoid the malls.

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Looks like you are getting introduced quickly to the benefit of posting your workout plans (or the danger, depending on how you look at it). But Burner is right, you are missing some important stuff and focusing too much on the things you are doing. Dial down the volume a little, up the poundage some. You'll get there a little faster and be stronger for it. Bottom line, though, is you look like you are willing to put in a ton of work, which is a great start.

Good luck!

I don't mind the criticism at all, it's how I learn to better myself. And yes, completely willing and I obviously have the time to do it (long workouts

). Thanks for the support

Pylon · 12-26-2006, 12:28 PM

From your comments, it sounds like you are working out at home, right? You can get some great work in with no weights at all doing the right stuff. (I asked for a list from Cowpimp once and it just about killed me.) If you are interested, I can pass them along.

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Pylon

From your comments, it sounds like you are working out at home, right? You can get some great work in with no weights at all doing the right stuff. (I asked for a list from Cowpimp once and it just about killed me.) If you are interested, I can pass them along.

Yes, I am working out from home. If you could pasds along that list, that would be awwwesome.

Pylon · 12-26-2006, 01:31 PM

OK, here is the routine he put together for me once upon a time...

prisoner squats
push ups
crunches
dips
reverse hyperextensions
burpees (AKA squat thrusts)

I did a circuit of 15 reps each three times. Brutal.

Prisoner squats are just body weight squats with your hands behind your head. Reverse hypers can be done lying on your stomach on a bench or table, raising your legs.

I have a few other goodies tucked away that may be of use. What kind of setup do you have to work with?

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Pylon

OK, here is the routine he put together for me once upon a time...

prisoner squats
push ups
crunches
dips
reverse hyperextensions
burpees (AKA squat thrusts)

I did a circuit of 15 reps each three times. Brutal.

Prisoner squats are just body weight squats with your hands behind your head. Reverse hypers can be done lying on your stomach on a bench or table, raising your legs.

I have a few other goodies tucked away that may be of use. What kind of setup do you have to work with?

I have a stationary bike. and weights (5,8,10,20lbs)

Burner02 · 12-26-2006, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by brazeneye

I know my workout is garbage, but it's all I know right now. I need to firstly invest in some heavier weights (which is my #1 priority once I get back home from the holidays). And then I will start to re-work my routine so that I am doing lower/heavier reps and targeting all the muscle groups I am missing.

stick around kid...we'll show you the ropes..

Hiya B!
Did you read the training 101 in the training section?

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Burner02

stick around kid...we'll show you the ropes..

Hiya B!
Did you read the training 101 in the training section?

I'm dissecting it piece by piece.. slowly

Burner02 · 12-26-2006, 04:01 PM

There ya go! Just ask the questions..and we'll be happy to help where we can...

Burner02 · 12-26-2006, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by brazeneye

Avoid the malls.

heh....one of my offices is in a mall...no could do...

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 04:20 PM

I'm just trying to figure out where I can get some inexpensive weight sets

DOMS · 12-26-2006, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by brazeneye

I'm just trying to figure out where I can get some inexpensive weight sets

You can try here.

The first item looks great:

300 lbs free weights, 3 benches, 2 body by Jake ab machines, York 2001 weight machine, $300 for all

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by DOMS

You can try here.

The first item looks great:

300 lbs free weights, 3 benches, 2 body by Jake ab machines, York 2001 weight machine, $300 for all

Burner02 · 12-26-2006, 04:35 PM

do they have a 'play it again sports' store or something like that where you are?
(A 2nd hand store for fitness equipment)

Pylon · 12-26-2006, 06:01 PM

$300 for all that gear is a heckuva deal. Hope you are on your way over there.

Burner02 · 12-26-2006, 06:04 PM

I loved the commercial for that place: All our weights are cleaned and pressed daily.

Pylon · 12-26-2006, 06:14 PM

Haven't seen it, but sounds funny. I like going into the places that actually post the prices for plates with signs like "Iron: $1.09/pound."

Burner02 · 12-26-2006, 06:33 PM

must be a local store, then.

Hey B_ Is there a local gym you can go to for little monthly membership fee?

brazeneye · 12-26-2006, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Burner02

must be a local store, then.

Hey B_ Is there a local gym you can go to for little monthly membership fee?

I do at the university I go to.. but I am TERRIFIED to use the weights infront of all the buff boys.

Triple Threat · 12-26-2006, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by brazeneye

I do at the university I go to.. but I am TERRIFIED to use the weights infront of all the buff boys.

Somebody cue Devlin.

Pylon · 12-26-2006, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by brazeneye

I do at the university I go to.. but I am TERRIFIED to use the weights infront of all the buff boys.

GAH!!

OK, look, no one cares what you look like if you are in the gym. (And if they do, screw 'em.) Go because you want to, go because you need to, go because you can't live with yourself if you don't. But DON'T stay home and limit your workouts because of some frat boys who use the squat cage for curls and who spend more time yakking then lifting.

Sorry...I get a little charged up on that topic...

Bakerboy · 12-26-2006, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by brazeneye

I do at the university I go to.. but I am TERRIFIED to use the weights infront of all the buff boys.

Don't sweat it. There is no need to go to gym if you don't feel comfortable with the environment- going to a gym can be scary when you don't know the place or the equipment very well. Even with just the equipment you have right now there are a lot of things you can do- fun stuff too- like bulgarian squats, st

12-25-2006, 05:10 PM	#31
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Top 5!!! Posts: 6,473 Photos: 3	Looks like you are getting introduced quickly to the benefit of posting your workout plans (or the danger, depending on how you look at it). But Burner is right, you are missing some important stuff and focusing too much on the things you are doing. Dial down the volume a little, up the poundage some. You'll get there a little faster and be stronger for it. Bottom line, though, is you look like you are willing to put in a ton of work, which is a great start. Good luck!
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-26-2006, 12:28 PM	#36
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Top 5!!! Posts: 6,473 Photos: 3	From your comments, it sounds like you are working out at home, right? You can get some great work in with no weights at all doing the right stuff. (I asked for a list from Cowpimp once and it just about killed me.) If you are interested, I can pass them along.
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-26-2006, 01:31 PM	#38
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Top 5!!! Posts: 6,473 Photos: 3	OK, here is the routine he put together for me once upon a time... prisoner squats push ups crunches dips reverse hyperextensions burpees (AKA squat thrusts) I did a circuit of 15 reps each three times. Brutal. Prisoner squats are just body weight squats with your hands behind your head. Reverse hypers can be done lying on your stomach on a bench or table, raising your legs. I have a few other goodies tucked away that may be of use. What kind of setup do you have to work with?
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-26-2006, 04:01 PM	#42
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,316	There ya go! Just ask the questions..and we'll be happy to help where we can...
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

12-26-2006, 04:20 PM	#44
brazeneye //Miss World\\ Elite Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 373 Photos: 4	I'm just trying to figure out where I can get some inexpensive weight sets
	Jaw Dropper In Progress

12-26-2006, 04:35 PM	#47
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,316	do they have a 'play it again sports' store or something like that where you are? (A 2nd hand store for fitness equipment)
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

12-26-2006, 06:01 PM	#48
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Top 5!!! Posts: 6,473 Photos: 3	$300 for all that gear is a heckuva deal. Hope you are on your way over there.
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-26-2006, 06:04 PM	#49
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,316	I loved the commercial for that place: All our weights are cleaned and pressed daily.
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed

12-26-2006, 06:14 PM	#50
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Top 5!!! Posts: 6,473 Photos: 3	Haven't seen it, but sounds funny. I like going into the places that actually post the prices for plates with signs like "Iron: $1.09/pound."
	"For beverages, I only drink water or whiskey and when I’m drinking whiskey, it’s usually when I’m working out. It gives me the courage to lift more than I can when I’m sober." - C. Bratton

12-26-2006, 06:33 PM	#51
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,316	must be a local store, then. Hey B_ Is there a local gym you can go to for little monthly membership fee?
	Success leaves clues. People who produce outstanding results do specific things to create those results Nobody cares what you did yesterday or what you are going to do tomorrow. What is important is what you are doing NOW to solve our problem THERE IS NO TOMORROW! - Appollo Creed