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02-02-2007, 09:48 PM #1UNLEASH THE BEAST ELITE MEMBER
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Rocco Is Baaaaack!!
I think I'm back, though I don't think anyone really missed me around here...I'd been on my way out the door for so long!
Things are hectic for me right now...back at Lockheed and I'm on the Mid shift. Taking three classes at George Mason during the day and haven't set foot in a gym for quite awhile. I just don't have the motivation lately.
Been seeing a therapist the past few months for depression and that kind of crap, though at this point I think he pisses me off more than he helps
I'm thinking about starting up a program I tried awhile back, the HSS100 program. Except I plan on not doing legs right now. My knee is still the same...at least I can walk up stairs without a limp right now but if I pick something up where I bend my legs, forget it.
Anyway...good to be back and I need you all to help me stay motivated and going to the gym!!!I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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02-02-2007, 09:59 PM #2Metrosexual ELITE MEMBER
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So many cries of inequality stem from one of group
of people doing little or nothing and then bitching
about another group that actually does something
to improve their lives.
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02-02-2007, 10:40 PM #3High Intensity Freak ELITE MEMBER
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Of course you where missed Brother Rocco!!! Best Wishes my Friend!!!
"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13
"For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37
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02-03-2007, 07:04 AM #5Patrick ELITE MEMBER
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back in the saddle, eh.
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02-03-2007, 07:07 AM #6Squishy ELITE MEMBER
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Welcome back!
"The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman
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02-03-2007, 07:12 AM #7Senior Member ELITE MEMBER
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Who are you?
Originally Posted by Rocco32
Just kidding!
Welcome back!
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02-03-2007, 10:54 AM #8End of the world ELITE MEMBER
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02-03-2007, 04:30 PM #9Go Phillies!
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Not missed my ass! Welcome back David
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The blues had a baby, and they named it Rock and Roll
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Thanks everyone. Hopefully I'll have a workout to post tomorrow. I'm still torn between doing the HSS-100 or the Arms Specialization...both by Chris Thib...
The reason I'm thinking arms is they've always been my favorite to do and I really need motivation to go to the gym right now, it's not "in" me right now.
I hope everyone is doing well, I'll try and hit some journals later if I get a break!I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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02-05-2007, 07:58 AM #11Give it to me
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I missed you baby, even though I myself haven't been on much....I missed you!
Glad you're back!
You're right to start with the things that you enjoy. The more you enjoy something, the more you're going to want to do it and do more.All the glory to God!
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02-05-2007, 11:09 AM #12this is why I'm hot! ELITE MEMBER
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you don't think you were missed?? I should come over there and slap ya!
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02-05-2007, 11:11 AM #13Super Hero in Training
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see? FG doesn't even go to MY journal anymore...notthat I'm JEALOUS or anything...
Now...let's get this goin'!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!
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Thanks sexy! I missed you too. How is everything going? Originally Posted by Fitgirl70
I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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Bring the whips and handcuffs again like last time!!! Originally Posted by b_reed23
you don't think you were missed?? I should come over there and slap ya!
How are you doing babe?
I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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LOL, we both know your the stud around IM!!!!! How's everything with you buddy? Anything happen with the guy that neck-stabbed you? Originally Posted by Burner02
see? FG doesn't even go to MY journal anymore...notthat I'm JEALOUS or anything...
Now...let's get this goin'!I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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02-05-2007, 02:59 PM #17Super Hero in Training
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I wish....
he's set for trial the 9th of April...ca't wait to testify..then I can look at him...then his mother..and call him the waste of space he is...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
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Workout #1
Here is a link to the workout I'm doing: Your ticket to the Gun Show
Today was my first day and it goes like this...
1st Exercise Pairing
A1-
CG Bench- 165 x 6/5/6 175 x 4/4
A2-
Narrow Grip BB Curl- 65 x 6 75 x 6 85 x 5/5/5
(Special technique: alternate A1 and A2, with 45-second interval between sets (1 x A1, rest, 1 x A2, rest, 1 x A1, rest etc.)
2nd Exercise
Rack Lockout- 185 x 6/5/4
(90 sec RI)
3rd Exercise Superset
Narrow Grip BB Concentration Curl - 70 x 8, 60 x 6, 50 x 8
Superset with:
Single DB Static Hold- 70 x 20sec, 60 x 20 sec, 50 x 25 sec
How to do the static hold: Support a vertical dumbbell with both hands under the top weight section and your elbows bent at 90 degrees.
That was a challenging workout, especially since it's been so long.
Then 20 min of moderate to intense cardio work.I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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Good luck with that!! Originally Posted by Burner02
I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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Fantastic w/o my Friend!!! Wishin you nothin but the BEST Brother Rocco!!!
"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13
"For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37
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02-05-2007, 06:19 PM #21Squishy ELITE MEMBER
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Nice w/out, Roc.
On the static hold, is it over your head, in front or behind?"The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority." - R. W. Sockman
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Thanks buddy. I appreciate all the support you've given me in the past and present! Originally Posted by Archangel
I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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Thanks Pyl! I assumed it was in front for the biceps. Someone asked Chris that but he never responded. Originally Posted by Pylon
I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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2nd W/O
Almost didn't go today...didn't get much sleep today, as usual and not feeling the best. But I did it!!!
1st Exercise Pairing:
A1: CG BP (closer grip than Monday)
135 x 8/8/7/7
A2: Wide Grip Preacher with elbows turned in
55 x 8
65 x 7/7/6
Special technique: alternate A1 and A2, with 45-second interval between sets (1 x A1, rest, 1 x A2, rest, 1 x A1, rest etc.)
2nd Exercise Pairing:
B1: Tate Press
30 x 10/7
25 x 9
B2: Rope Tri Ext (pulling laterally as far as rope will go at ext)
50 x 8
30 x 10/7
B1 and B2 were supersetted with 90 sec RI after B2.
3rd Exercise Pairing:
C1: Standing Wide Grip BB Curl (elbows turned in)
40 x 10
50 x 9/8
C2: Incline DB Curl (after elbow flexion, raise arms an extra 3-4 inches)
20 x 11/10/10
C1 and C2 were supersetted with 90 sec RI after C2.
Workout was about 30 minutes.
Did 20 min Moderate-Intense cardio on EllipticalI must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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Good lookin w/o BRother Rocco, bet your glad you went now arent ya!!! My pleasure on the support, you have helped me as well!!!
"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13
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On a side note, I'm SERIOUSLY considering switching gears and trying my hand at Powerlifting, not sure how good I'll do, but gonna give it a go!!! Any books you would recommend???
"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13
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Good looking start buddy. I need to up my motivation.... Originally Posted by Rocco32
The blues had a baby, and they named it Rock and Roll
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02-08-2007, 06:32 PM #28Go Phillies!
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Books? Books!!! Arch, you could WRITE books on training! You are stonger then an ox. Check out the Westside stuff. I think Westside is awesome. Not real big on the dynamic lifts, and box squats are hard on the knees, but that is for me personally. Originally Posted by Archangel
Dude you are STRONG!The blues had a baby, and they named it Rock and Roll
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02-08-2007, 06:35 PM #29On a River Named Emotion
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I've thought you should do Powerlifting for a LONG time. JD is right, your strong as an ox!!! I didn't really read any books but there is a TON of good articles at www.t-nation.com just go to the strength section. As well as at http://www.elitefts.com/ Just browse the articles. Training for PL as I kinda imagine with BB'ing is highly subjective...what works for you. Good luck Archie...I'll be rooting for you! Originally Posted by Archangel
I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain...
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