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Squaggleboggin said:
Fair enough, but don't you think all around strength includes some barbell action?
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CowPimp said:
I should have worded that differently. I just want the exercises to be as difficult as possible and bring in as much stabilizer work as possible. To me, DBs are superior in this respect and the BB is just there to put up higher numbers. I may have more balanced strength by using both, but I'm mainly looking to have the most difficult exercises possible (within reason).
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Last Workout:
Bottom Back Squats 1x95, 135, 175, 205, 230, 250; SLDLs 1x95, 135, 205, 255, 295, 315; Bear Hug Walks 3x1 (180)
I rated this as a 4-5 (on scale of 5, 5 being best) and my BW at the end of the workout was 190 (all-time low). Hadn't done serious back squats in a while, nonetheless bottom back squats. A little disappointed with the numbers, but I'm not at all used to the exercise anymore. I could tell I was definitely leaning forward too much. I went for 265 but failed because it almost turned into a GM. SLDLs were good. I'm right back on track with those. Bear hug walks were also great.
Today's Workout:
C&Js 1x55, 95, 115, 135, 160; Supinated Face Pulls 6x2; One Hand Bag Drags 2x2 each hand (120); Plate Walks 2x1 (180)
Excellence has been achieved. I loved this workout. C&Js felt pretty normal. I'm still a little off with my form so it'll take me a couple sessions to get me back up to where I was, but it went smoothly. Maybe could've done more for the jerk, but decided to just wait until next time. No reason to rush such a technical lift. Face pulls were good as well. I'm going to start doing these weighted. Bag drags were great. They really tired me out and gave my grip a good workout. Plate walks were fairly difficult. I just had the idea of carrying plates in front of me as a type of grip/conditioning exercise and I liked it. Started with three plates then went to four. My grip wasn't the problem so much as the discomfort of 180 pounds of iron pushing against my body. I look forward to having these build my grip and back strength even more though. Overall great workout at 195 BW. Speaking of BW, I really need to buckle down with my diet. No more slacking off when I go over my friends' houses.
Oh, and I just wanted to say that, even though my grip isn't exactly spectacular, I really feel like I have a monster grip right now. My forearms have definitely grown and become more defined and, even though that's not my goal, it does reassure me that I'm progressing. That is all.
Bottom Back Squats 1x95, 135, 175, 205, 230, 250; SLDLs 1x95, 135, 205, 255, 295, 315; Bear Hug Walks 3x1 (180)
I rated this as a 4-5 (on scale of 5, 5 being best) and my BW at the end of the workout was 190 (all-time low). Hadn't done serious back squats in a while, nonetheless bottom back squats. A little disappointed with the numbers, but I'm not at all used to the exercise anymore. I could tell I was definitely leaning forward too much. I went for 265 but failed because it almost turned into a GM. SLDLs were good. I'm right back on track with those. Bear hug walks were also great.
Today's Workout:
C&Js 1x55, 95, 115, 135, 160; Supinated Face Pulls 6x2; One Hand Bag Drags 2x2 each hand (120); Plate Walks 2x1 (180)
Excellence has been achieved. I loved this workout. C&Js felt pretty normal. I'm still a little off with my form so it'll take me a couple sessions to get me back up to where I was, but it went smoothly. Maybe could've done more for the jerk, but decided to just wait until next time. No reason to rush such a technical lift. Face pulls were good as well. I'm going to start doing these weighted. Bag drags were great. They really tired me out and gave my grip a good workout. Plate walks were fairly difficult. I just had the idea of carrying plates in front of me as a type of grip/conditioning exercise and I liked it. Started with three plates then went to four. My grip wasn't the problem so much as the discomfort of 180 pounds of iron pushing against my body. I look forward to having these build my grip and back strength even more though. Overall great workout at 195 BW. Speaking of BW, I really need to buckle down with my diet. No more slacking off when I go over my friends' houses.
Oh, and I just wanted to say that, even though my grip isn't exactly spectacular, I really feel like I have a monster grip right now. My forearms have definitely grown and become more defined and, even though that's not my goal, it does reassure me that I'm progressing. That is all.
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WantItBad said:
I'm sure I will. It's just that I remember once doing a 295 back squat after a max of 265 on the front squat. I was at a much higher BW though and it wasn't a bottom squat, so I can't expect to simply walk up to the bar and do similar numbers without any feel for the exercise.
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Today's Workout:
Bottom Front Squats (new pic) 1x95, 135, 185, 225, 235, 255 (fail); DL Lockouts 1x225, 315, 405, 450 (last rep not DOH); DB Military Presses 1x10, 20, 30, 50 (fail); Farmers Walks 3x1 (100); Prisoners Walks 4x1 (120)
BW: 190; rating: 5/5
That was pretty long. I wanted to take the new picture that's in my gallery with the front squats and I was basically trying out the lockouts for the first time. Front squats went well and I was surprisingly close to getting the 255 bottom squat. I didn't think I'd get that close at this BW and because I haven't done them in a while. I feel way more comfortable with these than I do with back squats and I'll probably continue to put up bigger numbers with them. The picture seems like I have bad form (elbows too far down, slightly rounded back) but my brother assures me it was just the angle of the shot. He claims I consistently have good form (elbows up high enough and back straight) so I'll take his word for it. Lockouts were kind of strange. I had to lower the bar and raise myself up on mats in order to account for the bending of the bar for the heavier lifts (405 and 450). I did lock out though. Used mixed grip for 450 but my DOH grip actually held up for the rest of them. Military presses were great. I did a lot more than I expected. I remember doing these in October sometime and getting 60 total and struggling. Now I can get very close to 50s. I was so close I could taste it, but I didn't want to push myself too far - the last thing I needed was another shoulder injury. Farmers walks were great. 100 per hand at a lower BW than ever. Prisoners walks were good too. Did an extra lap this time and will probably do another lap and add another couple before attempting to move up in weight. All around it was an excellent workout. Be sure to check out the new picture in my gallery of today's 235 bottom front squat.
Bottom Front Squats (new pic) 1x95, 135, 185, 225, 235, 255 (fail); DL Lockouts 1x225, 315, 405, 450 (last rep not DOH); DB Military Presses 1x10, 20, 30, 50 (fail); Farmers Walks 3x1 (100); Prisoners Walks 4x1 (120)
BW: 190; rating: 5/5
That was pretty long. I wanted to take the new picture that's in my gallery with the front squats and I was basically trying out the lockouts for the first time. Front squats went well and I was surprisingly close to getting the 255 bottom squat. I didn't think I'd get that close at this BW and because I haven't done them in a while. I feel way more comfortable with these than I do with back squats and I'll probably continue to put up bigger numbers with them. The picture seems like I have bad form (elbows too far down, slightly rounded back) but my brother assures me it was just the angle of the shot. He claims I consistently have good form (elbows up high enough and back straight) so I'll take his word for it. Lockouts were kind of strange. I had to lower the bar and raise myself up on mats in order to account for the bending of the bar for the heavier lifts (405 and 450). I did lock out though. Used mixed grip for 450 but my DOH grip actually held up for the rest of them. Military presses were great. I did a lot more than I expected. I remember doing these in October sometime and getting 60 total and struggling. Now I can get very close to 50s. I was so close I could taste it, but I didn't want to push myself too far - the last thing I needed was another shoulder injury. Farmers walks were great. 100 per hand at a lower BW than ever. Prisoners walks were good too. Did an extra lap this time and will probably do another lap and add another couple before attempting to move up in weight. All around it was an excellent workout. Be sure to check out the new picture in my gallery of today's 235 bottom front squat.
Uh oh, time to get a thicker bar for deadlifts. Rock on ya beast.
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Thank you very much.
I've been looking into a thick bar, but it's several hundred dollars everywhere I look, and I don't want to sacrifice quality. Looks like I'll have to hold off or simply wrap the bar with something if I want more of a challenge. I'll just stick to increasing the poundages for now though.
I've been looking into a thick bar, but it's several hundred dollars everywhere I look, and I don't want to sacrifice quality. Looks like I'll have to hold off or simply wrap the bar with something if I want more of a challenge. I'll just stick to increasing the poundages for now though.
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Today's Workout:
DOH Deadlifts 1x135, 225, 295, 335, 370, (RG) 405, 435 (F); Power Snatches 1x65, 95, 120, 140; DB Benches 1x20, 35, 50, 2x70; Chins 5x1; One Hand Farmers Walks 3x1 (50); Lateral Jumps 3x10 (60)
BW: 192; rating: 5/5
I really wasn't feeling good about the deadlifts today. I got the 370 but just barely, and decided to switch to a reverse grip and see where I was just out of curiosity. I got 405 okay, and stupidly decided to try 435. I failed but kept trying for some reason. I'm pretty sure I could've lifted more than 405 had my back not been sore (no idea why) before I even started lifting today. I just knew I couldn't take off another day because it had been three or four since I last lifted. I did some quick calculations and my relative strength did go up from before, so I think I'm in the right direction, and hope my absolute strength is really higher than 405. (This was also the first time I've done this much without gloves, so I'm sure this had to do with it as well.) I'll be adding another single of 370 next time. Power snatches were pretty easy. I had a little trouble keeping the bar moving at the very top (I only bend my knees once during the movement), so I'll be adding another single of 140 to that. DB benches were strange. 50s were hard; 70s were very, very difficult, but I was able to do two reps with them somehow. I'm not complaining though. I may move up to 75s next time. Chins weren't bad at all. I'm going to add another single for sure. One hand farmers walks were very interesting. What a great general stabilizer and oblique workout! I only used a 50 lb DB but I could tell I was getting a good workout. Lateral jumps were very tough; I used something slightly higher to jump over this time.
All in all, I'm not too upset about the deadlift, but it's my best lift and it really doesn't help to have a crappy day with it. Oh well.
DOH Deadlifts 1x135, 225, 295, 335, 370, (RG) 405, 435 (F); Power Snatches 1x65, 95, 120, 140; DB Benches 1x20, 35, 50, 2x70; Chins 5x1; One Hand Farmers Walks 3x1 (50); Lateral Jumps 3x10 (60)
BW: 192; rating: 5/5
I really wasn't feeling good about the deadlifts today. I got the 370 but just barely, and decided to switch to a reverse grip and see where I was just out of curiosity. I got 405 okay, and stupidly decided to try 435. I failed but kept trying for some reason. I'm pretty sure I could've lifted more than 405 had my back not been sore (no idea why) before I even started lifting today. I just knew I couldn't take off another day because it had been three or four since I last lifted. I did some quick calculations and my relative strength did go up from before, so I think I'm in the right direction, and hope my absolute strength is really higher than 405. (This was also the first time I've done this much without gloves, so I'm sure this had to do with it as well.) I'll be adding another single of 370 next time. Power snatches were pretty easy. I had a little trouble keeping the bar moving at the very top (I only bend my knees once during the movement), so I'll be adding another single of 140 to that. DB benches were strange. 50s were hard; 70s were very, very difficult, but I was able to do two reps with them somehow. I'm not complaining though. I may move up to 75s next time. Chins weren't bad at all. I'm going to add another single for sure. One hand farmers walks were very interesting. What a great general stabilizer and oblique workout! I only used a 50 lb DB but I could tell I was getting a good workout. Lateral jumps were very tough; I used something slightly higher to jump over this time.
All in all, I'm not too upset about the deadlift, but it's my best lift and it really doesn't help to have a crappy day with it. Oh well.
Ithink you can hit that dead no problem......was sleep good last night, eating today on track......good work out though have you thought about training using doubles or triples and see if that helps the dead
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WantItBad said:
I actually forgot about all those factors. I didn't get nearly enough sleep last night and maybe I shouldn't have even worked out today. I just didn't want to have to take off another day in a row because that's generally not good.
Before this I was doing lots of triples and doubles and it definitely helped. I just got to a point where I wanted to start doing singles and here I am. I've also changed my grip and changed to having no gloves (and of course no straps or chalk). I'm really tired right now. I wish I could take a nap but I have a lot of stuff to do.
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I added a picture of my traps today just because. Not really looking to increase size or anything, just wanted to post it.
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I just wanted to share that, even though I deadlifted yesterday, I watched my brother today and decided to try sumo style. I've done it before for maybe two or three reps, but never with any heavy weight. So after one of his reps, I did it. Then he moved up in weight (and set a PR of 275, up from 255 two weeks ago) and so did I. Then I tried 315. Then 365. I was very, very surprised to get 365 and just barely make it (grip failed). I then did it immediately after with a reverse grip and it went up smoothly and I held it at lockout for a good few seconds. I could hardly believe I did it after being sore from deadlifting yesterday (BW: 190). I'm very pleased right now and I'm going to try deadlifting both ways just to see how it goes.
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Tonight's Workout:
Bottom Back Squats 1x95, 135, 185, 225, 255 (PR), 275 (PR), 285 (PR); SLDLs 1x135, 205, 255, 295, 320; Bear Hug Walks 3x1 (180)
BW: 194; rating: 5/5
Holy shit. I worked 8.5 hours today and was extremely exhausted by the time I got home (around 8:20). Going into the workout, I had these two things in the back of my mind: I was exhausted; whenever I worked long hours in the summer, my workouts were kick ass afterwards. I hit a PR in the bottom back squat. I MUST, however, thank WantItBad. You gave me the advice to place my hands wider and putting them just 1" wider each I believe really helped me to come up more vertical than I used to. Thanks a lot for the advice, man (I'd say your real name but you might freak out like a woman
). SLDLs went well as always. I don't know what it is with those, but I don't believe I've ever hit a plateau (not to jinx myself of course). I'll add weight next time. Bear hug walks are another story. I was still pumped at this point. My first walk was about twice as far as usual. My second was about 3/2 that of the usual distance and my last walk was as long as the first. The first one seemed easy, but by the last, my back was totally trashed. I barely made it. It was totally kick ass though. This was, by far, one of the best workouts I've ever had. Damn. I'm gonna go to sleep happy tonight.
Bottom Back Squats 1x95, 135, 185, 225, 255 (PR), 275 (PR), 285 (PR); SLDLs 1x135, 205, 255, 295, 320; Bear Hug Walks 3x1 (180)
BW: 194; rating: 5/5
Holy shit. I worked 8.5 hours today and was extremely exhausted by the time I got home (around 8:20). Going into the workout, I had these two things in the back of my mind: I was exhausted; whenever I worked long hours in the summer, my workouts were kick ass afterwards. I hit a PR in the bottom back squat. I MUST, however, thank WantItBad. You gave me the advice to place my hands wider and putting them just 1" wider each I believe really helped me to come up more vertical than I used to. Thanks a lot for the advice, man (I'd say your real name but you might freak out like a woman
). SLDLs went well as always. I don't know what it is with those, but I don't believe I've ever hit a plateau (not to jinx myself of course). I'll add weight next time. Bear hug walks are another story. I was still pumped at this point. My first walk was about twice as far as usual. My second was about 3/2 that of the usual distance and my last walk was as long as the first. The first one seemed easy, but by the last, my back was totally trashed. I barely made it. It was totally kick ass though. This was, by far, one of the best workouts I've ever had. Damn. I'm gonna go to sleep happy tonight.
Very nice. Add in the stretch reflex and you have another 20 pounds easy.
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Thanks, man. I hope I'll do pretty good, at least with the squat and deadlift. I could pretty much not care less about my bench at this moment, but I'm sure I'll still set a goal to hit just to keep myself on my toes. I may even go deep in competition because I don't know if I'll want to train myself to go just to parallel. I'll feel like too much of a pansy haha. I haven't decided yet, but maybe I'll shoot for a 340 or so squat and 475 deadlift. I know I wrote down goals somewhere a while ago for the comp, but I'll need to give them more consideration before actually setting them.
CowPimp:
Thanks for the comment. I'm just going to assume my squat is still 285 until I actually perform a normal repetition that proves otherwise, but I was thinking somewhere along those same lines.
Thanks, man. I hope I'll do pretty good, at least with the squat and deadlift. I could pretty much not care less about my bench at this moment, but I'm sure I'll still set a goal to hit just to keep myself on my toes. I may even go deep in competition because I don't know if I'll want to train myself to go just to parallel. I'll feel like too much of a pansy haha. I haven't decided yet, but maybe I'll shoot for a 340 or so squat and 475 deadlift. I know I wrote down goals somewhere a while ago for the comp, but I'll need to give them more consideration before actually setting them.
CowPimp:
Thanks for the comment. I'm just going to assume my squat is still 285 until I actually perform a normal repetition that proves otherwise, but I was thinking somewhere along those same lines.
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Today's Workout:
C&Js 1x55, 95, 125, 150, 170 (PR), 185 (PR); Sumo Deadlifts 1x135, 225, 315, 375; Supinated Face Pulls 1x0, 10, 25, 30; One Hand Bag Drags 2x2 (120); Plate Walks 3x1 (180)
C&Js were pretty darn good. I still got under the 185, but I am so damn slow in the jerk. Maybe it's because I rely mostly on strength to clean the weight (I only bend my knees a few inches like I said before) and I'm just used to doing that. I probably should have a much higher C&J considering I can power snatch 140 or so. Sumos felt pretty good. I almost started endlessly trying for 405 but decided not to - I didn't have an easy workout ahead of me. Supinated face pulls went well. First time doing them weighted and I really like it. It's so nice to be able to do singles for these too. Haha, I'm crazy... One hand bag drags seemed a hell of a lot easier than last time. I may have to do 3x2 next time. I was planning on doing 225 for the plate walks. I stood up with the weight and decided it was a no-go situation. So I did 180 with relative ease. I'm sure I'll add some weight for next time. I just need to work on not leaning back so much; I absentmindedly relieve some of the grip effort like that.
BW: 195; rating: 5/5
C&Js 1x55, 95, 125, 150, 170 (PR), 185 (PR); Sumo Deadlifts 1x135, 225, 315, 375; Supinated Face Pulls 1x0, 10, 25, 30; One Hand Bag Drags 2x2 (120); Plate Walks 3x1 (180)
C&Js were pretty darn good. I still got under the 185, but I am so damn slow in the jerk. Maybe it's because I rely mostly on strength to clean the weight (I only bend my knees a few inches like I said before) and I'm just used to doing that. I probably should have a much higher C&J considering I can power snatch 140 or so. Sumos felt pretty good. I almost started endlessly trying for 405 but decided not to - I didn't have an easy workout ahead of me. Supinated face pulls went well. First time doing them weighted and I really like it. It's so nice to be able to do singles for these too. Haha, I'm crazy... One hand bag drags seemed a hell of a lot easier than last time. I may have to do 3x2 next time. I was planning on doing 225 for the plate walks. I stood up with the weight and decided it was a no-go situation. So I did 180 with relative ease. I'm sure I'll add some weight for next time. I just need to work on not leaning back so much; I absentmindedly relieve some of the grip effort like that.
BW: 195; rating: 5/5
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Thanks for the comments, WantItBad.
I have still been working out; I've just been too busy to post it each time on here, so don't go thinking I'm getting lazy. Heh...
Today's Workout:
Pwr Snatches 1x65, 95, 120, 145; DOH Sumo Deadlifts 1x135, 225, 315, 380 (PR); DB Benches 1x20, 35, 55, 75 (F); Plate Walks 3x1 (190)
BW: 199; rating: 5/5
Snatches were pretty good. The weight definitely got all the way up, but it lacked speed and required extra pushing at the top. I'm confident I could've lifted about 5-10 pounds less, though, which means that I'm still progressing. Sumos were great. My grip was what failed me here. I got the 380 up but had to put it back down very, very quickly. My back and legs felt rock solid throughout the movement though and this is a PR for a DOH deadlift and for a sumo deadlift in general. DB benches weren't bad at all. The weight went up smoothly and I seemed to be pretty on today in general. The 75s were stubborn, however, and I failed those twice with strong efforts each attempt. The first attempt was very, very close but no cigar. I noticed I was moving my left shoulder up so I was unbalanced in hopes of lifting the weight. After that, I stopped the lift and started over after a couple minutes and couldn't get anywhere near that point on the second attempt. Will try again next time. Plate walks were excellent. Moved up in weight and my back was completely solid. I stayed perfectly straight up with a great arch in my back and it worked my grip the most by far. Loved the workout: it was short, simple, and undeniably effective.
I have still been working out; I've just been too busy to post it each time on here, so don't go thinking I'm getting lazy. Heh...
Today's Workout:
Pwr Snatches 1x65, 95, 120, 145; DOH Sumo Deadlifts 1x135, 225, 315, 380 (PR); DB Benches 1x20, 35, 55, 75 (F); Plate Walks 3x1 (190)
BW: 199; rating: 5/5
Snatches were pretty good. The weight definitely got all the way up, but it lacked speed and required extra pushing at the top. I'm confident I could've lifted about 5-10 pounds less, though, which means that I'm still progressing. Sumos were great. My grip was what failed me here. I got the 380 up but had to put it back down very, very quickly. My back and legs felt rock solid throughout the movement though and this is a PR for a DOH deadlift and for a sumo deadlift in general. DB benches weren't bad at all. The weight went up smoothly and I seemed to be pretty on today in general. The 75s were stubborn, however, and I failed those twice with strong efforts each attempt. The first attempt was very, very close but no cigar. I noticed I was moving my left shoulder up so I was unbalanced in hopes of lifting the weight. After that, I stopped the lift and started over after a couple minutes and couldn't get anywhere near that point on the second attempt. Will try again next time. Plate walks were excellent. Moved up in weight and my back was completely solid. I stayed perfectly straight up with a great arch in my back and it worked my grip the most by far. Loved the workout: it was short, simple, and undeniably effective.
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Definitely been freaking long since I've posted. Y no me gusta para nada. I've still been training in my own crazy way (no way I'd give it up for the world - and I do understand how hard it is to make time, but that's the one thing I MUST do) the whole time, even if I haven't been posting. I plan on working out tomorrow (I was going to wait for my brother to come home tonight but he seems to be missing...) and if I do I'll be sure to post it. If I forget, call me and annoy the crap out of me, wantitbad.
Squaggleboggin said:
Welcome back. Did you know they sent out a search party for you? I think the thread is in Open Chat.
Triple Threat said:
Hehe... Good to see you back squaggle.
Squaggleboggin said:
Good to hear from you tough guy. Life gets busy sometimes, but it's good to hear you're still training. How's Grenzo going for you?
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Triple Threat: Yeah, I heard about that from DoubleBase. Thanks for the welcome.
Sean: Thanks - it's good to be back.
CowPimp: Training is the only thing I've actually been doing consistently lately. Grenzo's not too shabby, actually. I just built my brother a laptop and it's awesome. I might be building a few more based on the same parts because it's so inexpensive and generically compatible with what we use. Thanks for asking.
Yesterday's Workout:
Power Snatches 1x45, 85, 115, 150; Sumo Deadlifts 1x135, 225, 315, 380; DB Benches 1x20, 35, 55, 75 (PR); Plate Walks 3x1 (195)
I love power snatches. I had too much of a press on the last couple inches of the lift, though, so I'm sticking with that weight for next time. Deadlifts were good too. The bar all but rolled out of my hands during the lift, though. It was annoying having to put it down when my back, legs and grip were solid - the bar was simply wet. I really need to get some chalk to use. DB benches were a PR. The lift was a little sloppy, though, so I definitely won't be moving up. Nothing that would compromise my health, but it still could've been better, which means I'm not going to add more weight. Plate walks consisted of putting a 25 lb plate on the floor, four 45s, a 10 and a 5. I picked up the 45s and everything above them (used the 25s to elevate them so I could grab the weight) and walked over to the sawhorses set up in a different location. Then I picked the weights up from there and did laps around the basement. That is a great exercise for overall functionality and I'm glad I decided to try it.
My brother and I are working on constructing a device which can be used to suspend weights on either side and put on our backs in the same fashion as a squat so we can walk with them as is shown in strongman competitions. We're also going to add car pushing/pulling (if we find a harness for pulling) since it's getting warmer outside.
Sean: Thanks - it's good to be back.
CowPimp: Training is the only thing I've actually been doing consistently lately. Grenzo's not too shabby, actually. I just built my brother a laptop and it's awesome. I might be building a few more based on the same parts because it's so inexpensive and generically compatible with what we use. Thanks for asking.
Yesterday's Workout:
Power Snatches 1x45, 85, 115, 150; Sumo Deadlifts 1x135, 225, 315, 380; DB Benches 1x20, 35, 55, 75 (PR); Plate Walks 3x1 (195)
I love power snatches. I had too much of a press on the last couple inches of the lift, though, so I'm sticking with that weight for next time. Deadlifts were good too. The bar all but rolled out of my hands during the lift, though. It was annoying having to put it down when my back, legs and grip were solid - the bar was simply wet. I really need to get some chalk to use. DB benches were a PR. The lift was a little sloppy, though, so I definitely won't be moving up. Nothing that would compromise my health, but it still could've been better, which means I'm not going to add more weight. Plate walks consisted of putting a 25 lb plate on the floor, four 45s, a 10 and a 5. I picked up the 45s and everything above them (used the 25s to elevate them so I could grab the weight) and walked over to the sawhorses set up in a different location. Then I picked the weights up from there and did laps around the basement. That is a great exercise for overall functionality and I'm glad I decided to try it.
My brother and I are working on constructing a device which can be used to suspend weights on either side and put on our backs in the same fashion as a squat so we can walk with them as is shown in strongman competitions. We're also going to add car pushing/pulling (if we find a harness for pulling) since it's getting warmer outside.
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WantItBad:
That's a good idea. I didn't even think about that because, until yesterday, I was unable to fit into the lifting belt a friend gave to my brother.
Yesterday's Workout:
Bottom Back Squats 1x135, 195, 255, 290 (F); SLDLs 1x135, 205, 255, 295, 330; Pronated Face Pulls 1x0, 10, 20; One Hand Bag Drags 2x2 (125)
Second time failure for 290 on the back squats. I'm not worried though - I've been quite tired lately and I'm not surprised that I can't get this PR right now. SLDLs were solid as always and I"ll be adding more weight next time. Face pulls were good and I"ll add more weight with those as well. Bag drags were excellent; more weight will be added next time.
BW: 191; rating: 4.5/5
Very low BW for me and a very good workout.
That's a good idea. I didn't even think about that because, until yesterday, I was unable to fit into the lifting belt a friend gave to my brother.
Yesterday's Workout:
Bottom Back Squats 1x135, 195, 255, 290 (F); SLDLs 1x135, 205, 255, 295, 330; Pronated Face Pulls 1x0, 10, 20; One Hand Bag Drags 2x2 (125)
Second time failure for 290 on the back squats. I'm not worried though - I've been quite tired lately and I'm not surprised that I can't get this PR right now. SLDLs were solid as always and I"ll be adding more weight next time. Face pulls were good and I"ll add more weight with those as well. Bag drags were excellent; more weight will be added next time.
BW: 191; rating: 4.5/5
Very low BW for me and a very good workout.
