Turn The Page - Believe To Achieve

Archangel · 10-08-2007, 03:55 PM

Hello ALL!!! I'm back!!!

New chapter, new journal, IMPROVED Angel!!!

Split is as follows:

Mon-Chest/Biceps/Triceps
Wed-Legs/Abs
Fri-Back/Traps/Delts

RC=4/1/2/1
R/P = 10 Seconds

Slow, steady and under complete control, trying to get as close to perfect form as possible!!! NO BOUNCING HERE!!!

My partner won't allow it

Today:
10-8-07
Flat BB Bench
135x15 warmup
185x6 warmup
225x3 warmup
275x6
r/p
275x2
r/p
275x1 (forced) + 1 Negative

Incline DB Flyes
70x13
r/p
70x4
r/p
70x2

Seated Incline DB Curls
40x10
r/p
40x3
r/p
40x2

Machine Drag Curls
110x10
r/p
110x3
r/p
110x2

Seated Overhead Tricep Extension (Cables)
110x13
r/p
110x3
r/p
110x2

Dip Machine
270x7
r/p
270x2
r/p
270x1

Overall I'm happy w/todays w/o, First time in a LONG time doing Flat BB Benches (due to shoulder problems) So I tested it out, w/STRICT form reps, feels good and solid, we will take it slow and intelligently, LOL!!!

Next week will up the Intensity w/ x-reps and then the following week will incorporate partials as well!!!

Thank you ALL for understanding my absence and being there to vent, and cheer me on, MUCH Appreciated!!!

**DOMS** · 10-08-2007, 04:05 PM

Geez, look at those numbers!

Glad you back, Brother Archangel!

Archangel · 10-08-2007, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOMS

Geez, look at those numbers!

Glad you back, Brother Archangel!

Thank you BRother DOMS, Glad to be back, missed you guys!!!

Scarface30 · 10-08-2007, 08:20 PM

the might return of the Angel!

awesome workout as always man!!

rest pauses all the way, huh? you're the one that got me interested in those and I'm really liking them!

Pylon · 10-08-2007, 08:35 PM

Great work, Arch. Welcome back!

JailHouse · 10-09-2007, 08:53 AM

Nice comback

you sir have a very strong chest!

Burner02 · 10-09-2007, 10:29 AM

The ALL NEW! Improved Archie!
He slices! he Dices!

Nice workout, mi amigo!

**Gazhole** · 10-09-2007, 12:47 PM

Welcome back!

Looking forward to following this journal, you're one strong mofo

Archangel · 10-11-2007, 05:53 PM

Thank you Everyone!!!

I am not in the best of moods though, Yesterday I did a leg w/o (a light one) just to get back into the swing of things, and as I got done my phone goes off, my Stepmom is in the ER, so I go to the hospital straight from the gym, and they have no idea what is wrong, she either had a seizure or a stroke, a battery of tests have been taken. Now keep in mind, I am the piece of crap in this womans eyes, and I am there supporting her and my dad. But apparently my brother, her "real" son (as she has mentioned for years) decides that his basketball camp is more important (He coaches High School Girls B-Ball) and does NOT go to the hospital!!! Now let me get this straight..................

I am NOTHING in this womans eyes or heart and yet I am THERE!!!
Her own son doesn't think its important enough that his mother is in the ER!!!

And the kicker was my dad was fine with him not showing, now had I missed, OH MY GOD, what a piece of crap am I!!!

Sorry my Friends, I really don't like to feel this way, but I'm honestly trying to turn the page, go on and be the better person, and this happens!!!

I'm sorry, I am gonna go, will be on tomorrow, will post a w/o and will be better by then, I just need to calm down, and writing it down has helped!!! I'm sorry to ramble, thanks for listening (reading) and GOD speed you ALL!!!

Brutus_G · 10-12-2007, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Archangel

Thank you Everyone!!!

I am not in the best of moods though, Yesterday I did a leg w/o (a light one) just to get back into the swing of things, and as I got done my phone goes off, my Stepmom is in the ER, so I go to the hospital straight from the gym, and they have no idea what is wrong, she either had a seizure or a stroke, a battery of tests have been taken. Now keep in mind, I am the piece of crap in this womans eyes, and I am there supporting her and my dad. But apparently my brother, her "real" son (as she has mentioned for years) decides that his basketball camp is more important (He coaches High School Girls B-Ball) and does NOT go to the hospital!!! Now let me get this straight..................

I am NOTHING in this womans eyes or heart and yet I am THERE!!!
Her own son doesn't think its important enough that his mother is in the ER!!!

And the kicker was my dad was fine with him not showing, now had I missed, OH MY GOD, what a piece of crap am I!!!

Sorry my Friends, I really don't like to feel this way, but I'm honestly trying to turn the page, go on and be the better person, and this happens!!!

I'm sorry, I am gonna go, will be on tomorrow, will post a w/o and will be better by then, I just need to calm down, and writing it down has helped!!! I'm sorry to ramble, thanks for listening (reading) and GOD speed you ALL!!!

Fuck that bitch. Whats she got against you brother A?

Brutus_G · 10-12-2007, 05:39 PM

Btw good stuff going in and busting your ass Rps are no joke i wish more people would work that hard.

Archangel · 10-14-2007, 06:00 PM

Brother Brutus, I hear ya, I am her "stepson" and she has let everyone, and I mean EVERYONE know it!!! I was the "extra" baggage that came along w/my Dad, and she isn't/wasn't shy about announcing it, she has never cared for me or my family, thats why I have a hard time being there, but thats not gonna rule my life anymore!!!

I went to a BBing show last night w/my Friend and w/o partner and the fire has been LIT, and I mean LIT BIGTIME!!! Will be doing this show next year, sometime in October, no date has been set. I have a Year to get my behind into shape and I'm gonna do it w/the help of my partner, he also is gonna do it!!! I am SO fired up about this, Look out, The AngelMan Cometh, LOL!!!

JailHouse · 10-14-2007, 06:51 PM

Good luck with prepping. Cant wait to read the journal!

Scarface30 · 10-14-2007, 07:41 PM

I honestly do not understand why people would treat someone who is trying their hardest to show their love? she is obviously completely ignorant to what you are trying to do, or she is heartless! I don't mean any offense with that Arch, but you're showing her affection and she still doesn't respond? that is heartless, man.

just keep your head up high, you know and everyone else that you care for knows you are a very compassionate person

!

on a lighter side, that's great about the show Arch! with the weights you move, and your dedication you'll be ready to kick some ass for sure!

Brutus_G · 10-15-2007, 02:07 PM

Thats good man a fire under your ass is a great way to really see what you need to do. Youll up that intensity and get that extra rep even when it seems like you can't.

Archangel · 10-15-2007, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JailHouse

Good luck with prepping. Cant wait to read the journal!

Thank you Brother Jailhouse, appreciate the encouragement!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scarface30

I honestly do not understand why people would treat someone who is trying their hardest to show their love? she is obviously completely ignorant to what you are trying to do, or she is heartless! I don't mean any offense with that Arch, but you're showing her affection and she still doesn't respond? that is heartless, man.

just keep your head up high, you know and everyone else that you care for knows you are a very compassionate person

!

on a lighter side, that's great about the show Arch! with the weights you move, and your dedication you'll be ready to kick some ass for sure!

I hear ya Brother Scar, but I will be the bigger and better person because of it!!! Thank you For listening and for the positive feedback, very much appreciate that my Friend!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brutus_G

Thats good man a fire under your ass is a great way to really see what you need to do. Youll up that intensity and get that extra rep even when it seems like you can't.

Thats the plan my Friend, today was a true test, and I think I'll be ok!!!

Archangel · 10-15-2007, 04:25 PM

Today 10-15-07

RC=4/1/2/1
r/p=10 seconds

Legs/Chest/Tri's

LEGS
Squats (ATF)
135x15 warmup
225x8 warmup
315x4 warmup
375x13
r/p
375x2
r/p
375x2

immediatly to:

Leg Extensions
290x12
r/p
290x2
r/p
290x1 (Forced Rep)

immediatly to:

Lying Leg Curls
130x13
r/p
130x2
r/p
130x1 (Forced Rep)

immediatly to:

Calve Raises
230x18
r/p
230x8
r/p
230x5

CHEST
Incline Hammer Press
90x15 warmup
180x6 warmup
230x9
r/p
230x3
r/p
230x1 + 1 Negative

immediatly to:

Precor Flyes
130x10 + 1 Negative

TRICEPS
Seated Overhead Cable Extensions
110x8
r/p
110x4
r/p
110x1

20 Minutes of Cardio
(Treadmill)

DONE!!!
Squats where a dissapointment, but havn't done them in quite a while, will be better next time!!! Following the Mentzer split, with a twist (Of Course, LOL) of Angel!!! Will be doing an every other day routine for about 4 weeks, then see where I go from there, you know me, always searchin!!!

Off to everyones journals now!!!

Brutus_G · 10-15-2007, 06:06 PM

I know you said the squats weren't the best but I'm still very impressed by your level of effort. Hey 375X13 is hella heavy to.

Scarface30 · 10-17-2007, 04:50 AM

awesome workout Arch!

nothing wrong with that one!

SamEaston · 10-17-2007, 05:48 AM

Hey Archangel! I've never looked through your journal before, but my goodness - you got the first page off to a mighty start!

Your workouts are incredible - all the rest/pauses made me sick when i tried them, but they are so effective! Good on you for making your workouts so intense!

Im sorry to hear about your mother in law, but i understand why you want to be there for her. Not only does your show of support make you rise above the fact that she has never tried to include you, and therefore make you a better person, but your presence also lends support to your Dad. Im sure he noticed and appreciated the fact that you were there - even though it was perhaps against your better judgement to make the effort. Good for you!

Very best of luck to you for your upcoming show - im sure your training will reach new levels before it is SHOWTIME!

Oh, and great journal title!

Delusional · 10-17-2007, 07:06 AM

hey arch, this is my first time posting in a journal of yours but just wanted to say youre doing amazing man !! wow. some damn good numbers up there man. from the looks of it by next year youll be more than ready for that show, keep it up

also, rest pause? is that where you..just stay in the finishing position of the exercise for 10 seconds, then continue to go at it again? that was a guess, but thats what it sounds like to me.

anyways stay strong and keep tearing it up in the gym man. have that contest in the back of your head incase you ever need to throw some fuel in there to keep the fire going.

Rissole · 10-23-2007, 12:36 AM

Triple Threat · 10-23-2007, 05:33 PM

How'd I miss this new journal?

A year to prepare? You should be in fantastic shape for the next contest.

Stewart20 · 10-23-2007, 05:49 PM

Archie seriously now, post a pic of your wheels PLEASE, cause God, I think my legs are semi big, and if you're doing 375x13 and I can barely bang out a single at 365, your legs must be DOUBLE the size of mine!

katt · 10-23-2007, 05:49 PM

I think your workout looks really good.. especially with those 10 sec r/p in there.. now that's flying!

10-08-2007, 03:55 PM	#1
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,132 Photos: 4	Turn The Page - Believe To Achieve BODYBUILDING SUPPLEMENTS High Quality Supplements For Bodybuilders and Athletes. www.ironmaglabs.com Hello ALL!!! I'm back!!! New chapter, new journal, IMPROVED Angel!!! Split is as follows: Mon-Chest/Biceps/Triceps Wed-Legs/Abs Fri-Back/Traps/Delts RC=4/1/2/1 R/P = 10 Seconds Slow, steady and under complete control, trying to get as close to perfect form as possible!!! NO BOUNCING HERE!!! My partner won't allow it Today: 10-8-07 Flat BB Bench 135x15 warmup 185x6 warmup 225x3 warmup 275x6 r/p 275x2 r/p 275x1 (forced) + 1 Negative Incline DB Flyes 70x13 r/p 70x4 r/p 70x2 Seated Incline DB Curls 40x10 r/p 40x3 r/p 40x2 Machine Drag Curls 110x10 r/p 110x3 r/p 110x2 Seated Overhead Tricep Extension (Cables) 110x13 r/p 110x3 r/p 110x2 Dip Machine 270x7 r/p 270x2 r/p 270x1 Overall I'm happy w/todays w/o, First time in a LONG time doing Flat BB Benches (due to shoulder problems) So I tested it out, w/STRICT form reps, feels good and solid, we will take it slow and intelligently, LOL!!! Next week will up the Intensity w/ x-reps and then the following week will incorporate partials as well!!! Thank you ALL for understanding my absence and being there to vent, and cheer me on, MUCH Appreciated!!!
	"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

10-08-2007, 08:20 PM	#4
Scarface30 Moving Stones Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Halifax, Canada Posts: 1,641 Photos: 2	the might return of the Angel! awesome workout as always man!! rest pauses all the way, huh? you're the one that got me interested in those and I'm really liking them!
	Warning: Seismic Testing Zone

10-08-2007, 08:35 PM	#5
Pylon Squishy Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Missing...presumed having a good time Posts: 6,292 Photos: 3	Great work, Arch. Welcome back!
	"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 Fresh Start Journal

10-09-2007, 10:29 AM	#7
Burner02 Super Hero in Training Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tip of the spear! Posts: 28,274	The ALL NEW! Improved Archie! He slices! he Dices! Nice workout, mi amigo!
	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

10-11-2007, 05:53 PM	#9
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,132 Photos: 4	Thank you Everyone!!! I am not in the best of moods though, Yesterday I did a leg w/o (a light one) just to get back into the swing of things, and as I got done my phone goes off, my Stepmom is in the ER, so I go to the hospital straight from the gym, and they have no idea what is wrong, she either had a seizure or a stroke, a battery of tests have been taken. Now keep in mind, I am the piece of crap in this womans eyes, and I am there supporting her and my dad. But apparently my brother, her "real" son (as she has mentioned for years) decides that his basketball camp is more important (He coaches High School Girls B-Ball) and does NOT go to the hospital!!! Now let me get this straight.................. I am NOTHING in this womans eyes or heart and yet I am THERE!!! Her own son doesn't think its important enough that his mother is in the ER!!! And the kicker was my dad was fine with him not showing, now had I missed, OH MY GOD, what a piece of crap am I!!! Sorry my Friends, I really don't like to feel this way, but I'm honestly trying to turn the page, go on and be the better person, and this happens!!! I'm sorry, I am gonna go, will be on tomorrow, will post a w/o and will be better by then, I just need to calm down, and writing it down has helped!!! I'm sorry to ramble, thanks for listening (reading) and GOD speed you ALL!!!
	"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

10-09-2007, 08:53 AM	#6
JailHouse I Drink 24 Packs!!! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: On IM Posts: 798	Nice comback you sir have a very strong chest!

10-12-2007, 05:39 PM	#11
Brutus_G Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 4,651 Photos: 24	Btw good stuff going in and busting your ass Rps are no joke i wish more people would work that hard.
	"I look like you wanna look, I fuck like you wanna fuck, I am smart, capable, and most importantly, I am free in all the ways that you are not." -Tyler Durden

10-14-2007, 06:00 PM	#12
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,132 Photos: 4	Brother Brutus, I hear ya, I am her "stepson" and she has let everyone, and I mean EVERYONE know it!!! I was the "extra" baggage that came along w/my Dad, and she isn't/wasn't shy about announcing it, she has never cared for me or my family, thats why I have a hard time being there, but thats not gonna rule my life anymore!!! I went to a BBing show last night w/my Friend and w/o partner and the fire has been LIT, and I mean LIT BIGTIME!!! Will be doing this show next year, sometime in October, no date has been set. I have a Year to get my behind into shape and I'm gonna do it w/the help of my partner, he also is gonna do it!!! I am SO fired up about this, Look out, The AngelMan Cometh, LOL!!!
	"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

10-14-2007, 06:51 PM	#13
JailHouse I Drink 24 Packs!!! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: On IM Posts: 798	Good luck with prepping. Cant wait to read the journal!

10-14-2007, 07:41 PM	#14
Scarface30 Moving Stones Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Halifax, Canada Posts: 1,641 Photos: 2	I honestly do not understand why people would treat someone who is trying their hardest to show their love? she is obviously completely ignorant to what you are trying to do, or she is heartless! I don't mean any offense with that Arch, but you're showing her affection and she still doesn't respond? that is heartless, man. just keep your head up high, you know and everyone else that you care for knows you are a very compassionate person! on a lighter side, that's great about the show Arch! with the weights you move, and your dedication you'll be ready to kick some ass for sure!
	Warning: Seismic Testing Zone

10-15-2007, 02:07 PM	#15
Brutus_G Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 4,651 Photos: 24	Thats good man a fire under your ass is a great way to really see what you need to do. Youll up that intensity and get that extra rep even when it seems like you can't.
	"I look like you wanna look, I fuck like you wanna fuck, I am smart, capable, and most importantly, I am free in all the ways that you are not." -Tyler Durden

10-15-2007, 04:25 PM	#17
Archangel High Intensity Freak Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Intensity Island Posts: 10,132 Photos: 4	Today 10-15-07 RC=4/1/2/1 r/p=10 seconds Legs/Chest/Tri's LEGS Squats (ATF) 135x15 warmup 225x8 warmup 315x4 warmup 375x13 r/p 375x2 r/p 375x2 immediatly to: Leg Extensions 290x12 r/p 290x2 r/p 290x1 (Forced Rep) immediatly to: Lying Leg Curls 130x13 r/p 130x2 r/p 130x1 (Forced Rep) immediatly to: Calve Raises 230x18 r/p 230x8 r/p 230x5 CHEST Incline Hammer Press 90x15 warmup 180x6 warmup 230x9 r/p 230x3 r/p 230x1 + 1 Negative immediatly to: Precor Flyes 130x10 + 1 Negative TRICEPS Seated Overhead Cable Extensions 110x8 r/p 110x4 r/p 110x1 20 Minutes of Cardio (Treadmill) DONE!!! Squats where a dissapointment, but havn't done them in quite a while, will be better next time!!! Following the Mentzer split, with a twist (Of Course, LOL) of Angel!!! Will be doing an every other day routine for about 4 weeks, then see where I go from there, you know me, always searchin!!! Off to everyones journals now!!!
	"I can do ALL things through Christ, who strengthens me" - Philippians 4:13 "For NOTHING is impossible with GOD" - Luke 1:37

10-15-2007, 06:06 PM	#18
Brutus_G Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 4,651 Photos: 24	I know you said the squats weren't the best but I'm still very impressed by your level of effort. Hey 375X13 is hella heavy to.
	"I look like you wanna look, I fuck like you wanna fuck, I am smart, capable, and most importantly, I am free in all the ways that you are not." -Tyler Durden

10-17-2007, 04:50 AM	#19
Scarface30 Moving Stones Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Halifax, Canada Posts: 1,641 Photos: 2	awesome workout Arch! nothing wrong with that one!
	Warning: Seismic Testing Zone

10-17-2007, 07:06 AM	#21
Delusional little guy with big hopes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 547	hey arch, this is my first time posting in a journal of yours but just wanted to say youre doing amazing man !! wow. some damn good numbers up there man. from the looks of it by next year youll be more than ready for that show, keep it up also, rest pause? is that where you..just stay in the finishing position of the exercise for 10 seconds, then continue to go at it again? that was a guess, but thats what it sounds like to me. anyways stay strong and keep tearing it up in the gym man. have that contest in the back of your head incase you ever need to throw some fuel in there to keep the fire going.
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10-23-2007, 12:36 AM	#22
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10-23-2007, 05:33 PM	#23
Triple Threat ... Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Lost Posts: 9,152 Photos: 4	How'd I miss this new journal? A year to prepare? You should be in fantastic shape for the next contest.

10-23-2007, 05:49 PM	#24
Stewart20 Fat guy in little coat Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: All you can eat Chinese Buffet Posts: 2,593 Photos: 2	Archie seriously now, post a pic of your wheels PLEASE, cause God, I think my legs are semi big, and if you're doing 375x13 and I can barely bang out a single at 365, your legs must be DOUBLE the size of mine!
	http://futuretrainer.blogspot.com/ --My new blog!!

10-23-2007, 05:49 PM	#25
katt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 3,905 Photos: 37	I think your workout looks really good.. especially with those 10 sec r/p in there.. now that's flying!