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Posted: 11/1/2020 8:27:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: I ended up going down a rabbit hole. I was looking at the SkillMill because you can set it up to do prowler pushes on it, and I don't want to run outside in the winter. That led me to all the available options. You can get what looks identical to a SkillMill shipped to your door from China for like 2 grand. The shipping is a grand alone. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Originally Posted By ACPjunkie: Originally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Why do you suppose the Air Runner, Trueform and other similar treadmills cost so much? It looks like almost all of them are imported. I looked on alibaba, you can buy a single unit that looks nearly identical to any of them of less than half the price....even with insane shipping costs. I'm just trying to find one to try out, the only place for Crossfit stuff shut down, and that seemed like the only place that would have one.  Seriously, IDK. I use post gym equipment or run when I have to. I ended up going down a rabbit hole. I was looking at the SkillMill because you can set it up to do prowler pushes on it, and I don't want to run outside in the winter. That led me to all the available options. You can get what looks identical to a SkillMill shipped to your door from China for like 2 grand. The shipping is a grand alone. What's a skillmill run price wise 
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Posted: 11/1/2020 8:36:07 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/1/2020 9:42:09 PM EDT
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Broken thread bump.
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Posted: 11/1/2020 10:30:24 PM EDT
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I've got enough time here to run Cube again. So I might not get there quick but I'm going to blow past the 1500lb mark before I bounce.
I'll be more particular about diet though, no mas french toast at midnight chow. 
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Posted: 11/2/2020 10:08:58 AM EDT
[Last Edit: UTex86]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie: I've got enough time here to run Cube again. So I might not get there quick but I'm going to blow past the 1500lb mark before I bounce. I'll be more particular about diet though, no mas french toast at midnight chow. Switch to chicken and waffles for more protons  
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Posted: 11/2/2020 10:14:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LoneCoyoteHunter: What's a skillmill run price wise Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LoneCoyoteHunter: Originally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Originally Posted By ACPjunkie: Originally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Why do you suppose the Air Runner, Trueform and other similar treadmills cost so much? It looks like almost all of them are imported. I looked on alibaba, you can buy a single unit that looks nearly identical to any of them of less than half the price....even with insane shipping costs. I'm just trying to find one to try out, the only place for Crossfit stuff shut down, and that seemed like the only place that would have one. Seriously, IDK. I use post gym equipment or run when I have to. I ended up going down a rabbit hole. I was looking at the SkillMill because you can set it up to do prowler pushes on it, and I don't want to run outside in the winter. That led me to all the available options. You can get what looks identical to a SkillMill shipped to your door from China for like 2 grand. The shipping is a grand alone. What's a skillmill run price wise Looks like about 9 grand. |
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Posted: 11/2/2020 10:54:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Looks like about 9 grand. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Originally Posted By LoneCoyoteHunter: Originally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Originally Posted By ACPjunkie: Originally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Why do you suppose the Air Runner, Trueform and other similar treadmills cost so much? It looks like almost all of them are imported. I looked on alibaba, you can buy a single unit that looks nearly identical to any of them of less than half the price....even with insane shipping costs. I'm just trying to find one to try out, the only place for Crossfit stuff shut down, and that seemed like the only place that would have one. Seriously, IDK. I use post gym equipment or run when I have to. I ended up going down a rabbit hole. I was looking at the SkillMill because you can set it up to do prowler pushes on it, and I don't want to run outside in the winter. That led me to all the available options. You can get what looks identical to a SkillMill shipped to your door from China for like 2 grand. The shipping is a grand alone. What's a skillmill run price wise Looks like about 9 grand.  Guess I'll stick with the standard ones at the gym
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Posted: 11/2/2020 11:12:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LoneCoyoteHunter: Guess I'll stick with the standard ones at the gym Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By LoneCoyoteHunter: Originally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Originally Posted By LoneCoyoteHunter: Originally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Originally Posted By ACPjunkie: Originally Posted By sitdwnandhngon: Why do you suppose the Air Runner, Trueform and other similar treadmills cost so much? It looks like almost all of them are imported. I looked on alibaba, you can buy a single unit that looks nearly identical to any of them of less than half the price....even with insane shipping costs. I'm just trying to find one to try out, the only place for Crossfit stuff shut down, and that seemed like the only place that would have one. Seriously, IDK. I use post gym equipment or run when I have to. I ended up going down a rabbit hole. I was looking at the SkillMill because you can set it up to do prowler pushes on it, and I don't want to run outside in the winter. That led me to all the available options. You can get what looks identical to a SkillMill shipped to your door from China for like 2 grand. The shipping is a grand alone. What's a skillmill run price wise Looks like about 9 grand. Guess I'll stick with the standard ones at the gym I might just snag a normal one from a fat lady on marketplace that was sure she was going to get in shape this year. At the very least I can use it for the dogs in the off season. |
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Posted: 11/2/2020 12:57:44 PM EDT
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Decided to bump all my 1RM calculations for 5/3/1 to what they are currently coming out to since my plus-sets were ending up in the 13-15 range, and restart.
Did OHP today, which I bumped the 1RM from 180 to 208 (based on getting 145 for 13 last week). Restarted with 5/5/5+ this week and got 10 with 160, which seems more appropriate (208*0.9 = 187.2 training max, 187.2*0.85 = ~160). 10 reps at 160 calculates to a ~213 1RM which is more in line with what it should be, I think. If I can keep up with the program my first workout with 225 on OHP should be in July. Seems a long way away but I want that 2-plate OHP! I have a feeling I'll get impatient and just see if I can get it pretty soon More plates more dates! |
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Posted: 11/2/2020 2:13:37 PM EDT
[Last Edit: grady]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UTex86: Decided to bump all my 1RM calculations for 5/3/1 to what they are currently coming out to since my plus-sets were ending up in the 13-15 range, and restart. Did OHP today, which I bumped the 1RM from 180 to 208 (based on getting 145 for 13 last week). Restarted with 5/5/5+ this week and got 10 with 160, which seems more appropriate (208*0.9 = 187.2 training max, 187.2*0.85 = ~160). 10 reps at 160 calculates to a ~213 1RM which is more in line with what it should be, I think. If I can keep up with the program my first workout with 225 on OHP should be in July. Seems a long way away but I want that 2-plate OHP! I have a feeling I'll get impatient and just see if I can get it pretty soon More plates more dates! I’m chasing the same goal for OHP but I keep hitting the wall at 205 and then falling back badly. I haven’t even hit 200 since spring. I guess a good number for press is 70% of bench. That should put me at 245 but, at this point, that might as well be 2,045. Not happening. I’ve got to work on my form to keep the bar from getting too far forward. My shoulder mobility sucks but is getting better. Plus, I don’t think 531 has been giving me enough work at the higher weights. I’ve switched it up so that I’m doing the top set x3. And I’ve increased the BBB weight (which I do in bench day) to the same as my Week-1 weight. That, plus using 2.5-lb jumps, seems to be working. My pace will have me right behind you for 2 plates in August if it keeps working. |
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Posted: 11/2/2020 3:31:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UTex86: Switch to chicken and waffles for more protons https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/190307-chicken-and-waffles-508-1553552447.jpg  But 5 egg scrambled with a few ether protein types are easy enough to live on for midrats and such. I've got a problem with sleeping when I eat too much for my dinner (other peoples breakfast) so I tend to down bout 5 boiled eggs and call it done. Now that I'm tracking my food intake I really need to pump up the protein. Im barely making it day to day. I need to down about 10 eggs a day for 60 grams, maybe 2 50gram protein shakes and try to get the rest via Tuna packets or whatever other protein chow serves. |
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Posted: 11/2/2020 5:20:59 PM EDT
[Last Edit: UTex86]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grady: I’m chasing the same goal for OHP but I keep hitting the wall at 205 and then falling back badly. I haven’t even hit 200 since spring. I guess a good number for press is 70% of bench. That should put me at 245 but, at this point, that might as well be 2,045. Not happening. I’ve got to work on my form to keep the bar from getting too far forward. My shoulder mobility sucks but is getting better. Plus, I don’t think 531 has been giving me enough work at the higher weights. I’ve switched it up so that I’m doing the top set x3. And I’ve increased the BBB weight (which I do in bench day) to the same as my Week-1 weight. That, plus using 2.5-lb jumps, seems to be working. My pace will have me right behind you for 2 plates in August if it keeps working. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grady: Originally Posted By UTex86: Decided to bump all my 1RM calculations for 5/3/1 to what they are currently coming out to since my plus-sets were ending up in the 13-15 range, and restart. Did OHP today, which I bumped the 1RM from 180 to 208 (based on getting 145 for 13 last week). Restarted with 5/5/5+ this week and got 10 with 160, which seems more appropriate (208*0.9 = 187.2 training max, 187.2*0.85 = ~160). 10 reps at 160 calculates to a ~213 1RM which is more in line with what it should be, I think. If I can keep up with the program my first workout with 225 on OHP should be in July. Seems a long way away but I want that 2-plate OHP! I have a feeling I'll get impatient and just see if I can get it pretty soon More plates more dates! I’m chasing the same goal for OHP but I keep hitting the wall at 205 and then falling back badly. I haven’t even hit 200 since spring. I guess a good number for press is 70% of bench. That should put me at 245 but, at this point, that might as well be 2,045. Not happening. I’ve got to work on my form to keep the bar from getting too far forward. My shoulder mobility sucks but is getting better. Plus, I don’t think 531 has been giving me enough work at the higher weights. I’ve switched it up so that I’m doing the top set x3. And I’ve increased the BBB weight (which I do in bench day) to the same as my Week-1 weight. That, plus using 2.5-lb jumps, seems to be working. My pace will have me right behind you for 2 plates in August if it keeps working. I don't know what accessories you're doing, but I have done / currently do a lot of DB laterals, facepulls, upright rows, and trap/upper back work. Seems to help keep my shoulders healthy and mobile (or maybe I'm just lucky/good shoulder health genetics). This stuff might help with pushing through the window and keeping the bar back. Also as I warm up, with the lighter weights I will lean forward as much as I can with the weight locked out, and really get a big stretch in the front shoulder girdle/chest area. Feels good. Like this but with a narrow pressing grip and even more stretch.  I also have done / currently do a lot of dips, incline BB and DB bench, and close grip bench. My 5th workout of the week is a "free day" - I just go in and do whatever I feel like. Usually just go heavy-ish (like a 2 or 3 RM) on something I haven't gone heavy on in a while (last week it was incline barbell bench, which is one of my favorite lifts) then get a sick full body pump with some light weight high rep supersets Helps keep things interesting and scratches my bodybuilding itch. And who doesn't love a good pump 
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Posted: 11/2/2020 5:42:15 PM EDT
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When I’ve pushed my OHP to 225 I did a lot of upper back work and klokov presses. The first time I neglected by bis and had massive tendinitis. So I started wearing elbow sleeves and doing some chins and/or curls.
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Posted: 11/2/2020 7:18:46 PM EDT
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Do any of you guys use an intra-workout carb drink?
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By frayedknot: When I’ve pushed my OHP to 225 I did a lot of upper back work and klokov presses. The first time I neglected by bis and had massive tendinitis. So I started wearing elbow sleeves and doing some chins and/or curls. I haven't done klokov presses in a while. Maybe I should add them in the mix. |
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Posted: 11/2/2020 7:41:25 PM EDT
[Last Edit: ACPjunkie]
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Klokov Press's were cool here a few years ago. I think I worked up to a whole 90lbs
I should do more Klokov Press's. As an aside, my old Platoon Sgt hosted Klokov at his gym a few weeks ago. I'm both impressed and jealous. |
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Posted: 11/2/2020 7:42:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UTex86: Do any of you guys use an intra-workout carb drink?  Like a big ol' glass of milk? 
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Posted: 11/2/2020 8:04:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UTex86: Do any of you guys use an intra-workout carb drink? I haven't done klokov presses in a while. Maybe I should add them in the mix. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UTex86: Do any of you guys use an intra-workout carb drink? Originally Posted By frayedknot: When I’ve pushed my OHP to 225 I did a lot of upper back work and klokov presses. The first time I neglected by bis and had massive tendinitis. So I started wearing elbow sleeves and doing some chins and/or curls. I haven't done klokov presses in a while. Maybe I should add them in the mix. No. Cold water only during the lift. I carb up 45 min to an hour before the lift. And take a caffeine pill. |
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Posted: 11/3/2020 12:30:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UTex86: I don't know what accessories you're doing, but I have done / currently do a lot of DB laterals, facepulls, upright rows, and trap/upper back work. Seems to help keep my shoulders healthy and mobile (or maybe I'm just lucky/good shoulder health genetics). This stuff might help with pushing through the window and keeping the bar back. Also as I warm up, with the lighter weights I will lean forward as much as I can with the weight locked out, and really get a big stretch in the front shoulder girdle/chest area. Feels good. Like this but with a narrow pressing grip and even more stretch. https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/crossfitsantacruz/oldsitearchive/gist5847312-8444b47f1ac093d40461ddfb6c7ed57c16ef2522/images/www.crossfitsantacruz.com/.a/6a00d834515d6769e2012877860f51970c-500wi I also have done / currently do a lot of dips, incline BB and DB bench, and close grip bench. My 5th workout of the week is a "free day" - I just go in and do whatever I feel like. Usually just go heavy-ish (like a 2 or 3 RM) on something I haven't gone heavy on in a while (last week it was incline barbell bench, which is one of my favorite lifts) then get a sick full body pump with some light weight high rep supersets Helps keep things interesting and scratches my bodybuilding itch. And who doesn't love a good pump https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/pDizMjU-IUOgvJRUEKjxdodZBt4m8gPmFNnZX-hB56_b--JtGfd0QmE3wG5YACr6IqxRBnDbL3izYpYSDbGQOLGDKVO-0FLWw5qF3ho71Y5TuYXTYitd-EvFLh0mT9uilWa2OXQr79CQvMDQmE3s58FwU8t4T21u3Pw Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UTex86: Originally Posted By grady: Originally Posted By UTex86: Decided to bump all my 1RM calculations for 5/3/1 to what they are currently coming out to since my plus-sets were ending up in the 13-15 range, and restart. Did OHP today, which I bumped the 1RM from 180 to 208 (based on getting 145 for 13 last week). Restarted with 5/5/5+ this week and got 10 with 160, which seems more appropriate (208*0.9 = 187.2 training max, 187.2*0.85 = ~160). 10 reps at 160 calculates to a ~213 1RM which is more in line with what it should be, I think. If I can keep up with the program my first workout with 225 on OHP should be in July. Seems a long way away but I want that 2-plate OHP! I have a feeling I'll get impatient and just see if I can get it pretty soon More plates more dates! I’m chasing the same goal for OHP but I keep hitting the wall at 205 and then falling back badly. I haven’t even hit 200 since spring. I guess a good number for press is 70% of bench. That should put me at 245 but, at this point, that might as well be 2,045. Not happening. I’ve got to work on my form to keep the bar from getting too far forward. My shoulder mobility sucks but is getting better. Plus, I don’t think 531 has been giving me enough work at the higher weights. I’ve switched it up so that I’m doing the top set x3. And I’ve increased the BBB weight (which I do in bench day) to the same as my Week-1 weight. That, plus using 2.5-lb jumps, seems to be working. My pace will have me right behind you for 2 plates in August if it keeps working. I don't know what accessories you're doing, but I have done / currently do a lot of DB laterals, facepulls, upright rows, and trap/upper back work. Seems to help keep my shoulders healthy and mobile (or maybe I'm just lucky/good shoulder health genetics). This stuff might help with pushing through the window and keeping the bar back. Also as I warm up, with the lighter weights I will lean forward as much as I can with the weight locked out, and really get a big stretch in the front shoulder girdle/chest area. Feels good. Like this but with a narrow pressing grip and even more stretch. https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/crossfitsantacruz/oldsitearchive/gist5847312-8444b47f1ac093d40461ddfb6c7ed57c16ef2522/images/www.crossfitsantacruz.com/.a/6a00d834515d6769e2012877860f51970c-500wi I also have done / currently do a lot of dips, incline BB and DB bench, and close grip bench. My 5th workout of the week is a "free day" - I just go in and do whatever I feel like. Usually just go heavy-ish (like a 2 or 3 RM) on something I haven't gone heavy on in a while (last week it was incline barbell bench, which is one of my favorite lifts) then get a sick full body pump with some light weight high rep supersets Helps keep things interesting and scratches my bodybuilding itch. And who doesn't love a good pump https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/pDizMjU-IUOgvJRUEKjxdodZBt4m8gPmFNnZX-hB56_b--JtGfd0QmE3wG5YACr6IqxRBnDbL3izYpYSDbGQOLGDKVO-0FLWw5qF3ho71Y5TuYXTYitd-EvFLh0mT9uilWa2OXQr79CQvMDQmE3s58FwU8t4T21u3Pw I haven’t been doing too many accessories. Weighted dips fairly regularly and chins sporadically. I have to get more chins in. That’s about the same arm angle I’m capable of overhead...only my arms go forward instead of back. Actually, with some work over a few weeks, I think I may finally be getting close to directly overhead. |
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Posted: 11/3/2020 12:32:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grady: I haven’t been doing too many accessories. Weighted dips fairly regularly and chins sporadically. I have to get more chins in. That’s about the same arm angle I’m capable of overhead...only my arms go forward instead of back. Actually, with some work over a few weeks, I think I may finally be getting close to directly overhead. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grady: Originally Posted By UTex86: Originally Posted By grady: Originally Posted By UTex86: Decided to bump all my 1RM calculations for 5/3/1 to what they are currently coming out to since my plus-sets were ending up in the 13-15 range, and restart. Did OHP today, which I bumped the 1RM from 180 to 208 (based on getting 145 for 13 last week). Restarted with 5/5/5+ this week and got 10 with 160, which seems more appropriate (208*0.9 = 187.2 training max, 187.2*0.85 = ~160). 10 reps at 160 calculates to a ~213 1RM which is more in line with what it should be, I think. If I can keep up with the program my first workout with 225 on OHP should be in July. Seems a long way away but I want that 2-plate OHP! I have a feeling I'll get impatient and just see if I can get it pretty soon More plates more dates! I’m chasing the same goal for OHP but I keep hitting the wall at 205 and then falling back badly. I haven’t even hit 200 since spring. I guess a good number for press is 70% of bench. That should put me at 245 but, at this point, that might as well be 2,045. Not happening. I’ve got to work on my form to keep the bar from getting too far forward. My shoulder mobility sucks but is getting better. Plus, I don’t think 531 has been giving me enough work at the higher weights. I’ve switched it up so that I’m doing the top set x3. And I’ve increased the BBB weight (which I do in bench day) to the same as my Week-1 weight. That, plus using 2.5-lb jumps, seems to be working. My pace will have me right behind you for 2 plates in August if it keeps working. I don't know what accessories you're doing, but I have done / currently do a lot of DB laterals, facepulls, upright rows, and trap/upper back work. Seems to help keep my shoulders healthy and mobile (or maybe I'm just lucky/good shoulder health genetics). This stuff might help with pushing through the window and keeping the bar back. Also as I warm up, with the lighter weights I will lean forward as much as I can with the weight locked out, and really get a big stretch in the front shoulder girdle/chest area. Feels good. Like this but with a narrow pressing grip and even more stretch. https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/crossfitsantacruz/oldsitearchive/gist5847312-8444b47f1ac093d40461ddfb6c7ed57c16ef2522/images/www.crossfitsantacruz.com/.a/6a00d834515d6769e2012877860f51970c-500wi I also have done / currently do a lot of dips, incline BB and DB bench, and close grip bench. My 5th workout of the week is a "free day" - I just go in and do whatever I feel like. Usually just go heavy-ish (like a 2 or 3 RM) on something I haven't gone heavy on in a while (last week it was incline barbell bench, which is one of my favorite lifts) then get a sick full body pump with some light weight high rep supersets Helps keep things interesting and scratches my bodybuilding itch. And who doesn't love a good pump https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/pDizMjU-IUOgvJRUEKjxdodZBt4m8gPmFNnZX-hB56_b--JtGfd0QmE3wG5YACr6IqxRBnDbL3izYpYSDbGQOLGDKVO-0FLWw5qF3ho71Y5TuYXTYitd-EvFLh0mT9uilWa2OXQr79CQvMDQmE3s58FwU8t4T21u3Pw I haven’t been doing too many accessories. Weighted dips fairly regularly and chins sporadically. I have to get more chins in. That’s about the same arm angle I’m capable of overhead...only my arms go forward instead of back. Actually, with some work over a few weeks, I think I may finally be getting close to directly overhead. Hang a broomstick from the ceiling. Grab it and walk forward until you raise your arms to the limit. Slowly stretch beyond the limit every day. Theoretically this will help with shoulder mobility.  |
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Posted: 11/3/2020 5:10:43 PM EDT
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 Attached FileSCORE. 95kg of plates for 230$ A buck.10/# is pretty good any time, great during covid. Now, IF THEY WILL ALL FIT ON MY PINS, I should be able to load a full dinnie weight. |
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Posted: 11/3/2020 6:21:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By therex: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/223482/PXL_20201103_174711301_PORTRAIT_jpg-1667682.JPG SCORE. 95kg of plates for 230$ A buck.10/# is pretty good any time, great during covid. Now, IF THEY WILL ALL FIT ON MY PINS, I should be able to load a full dinnie weight. Neat! |
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Posted: 11/4/2020 11:14:22 AM EDT
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I dont know if it was lack of sleep, lack if eating something before or election drama had me distracted. But I died. Basically just checked the box for everything after the pause squats.
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Posted: 11/4/2020 11:40:15 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie: I dont know if it was lack of sleep, lack if eating something before or election drama had me distracted. But I died. Basically just checked the box for everything after the pause squats. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/169843/Screenshot_20201104-154429_Sheets_jpg-1669222.JPG Weird same for me. Got up to 245x11 on bench (which is a calculated 1RM PR) and was gassed from there on. Also wasn't able to release the usual morning kraken before the workout. |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 4:50:10 PM EDT
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I went to do legs. Opened up the back of my truck and no belt. Went in the gym to see if I left it there, but no luck. Went back to the house and can't find that thing anywhere. I must have left it and someone snagged it.
At least it will be easy to spot as I'm the only one with a lever belt, and the years of indents from being set at a sub 32" waist will make it obvious it's mine. Unless some chick stole it.... |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 5:02:23 PM EDT
[#25]
Got my Stoic shit in @kaik
couldnt wait to get off work so I hit the gym at the compound.  OHP at work |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 5:32:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie: Got my Stoic shit in @kaik couldnt wait to get off work so I hit the gym at the compound.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sUV9y31KPoYeah, buddy. How do the elbow ones feel? |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 5:36:43 PM EDT
[#27]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By KaiK: Yeah, buddy. How do the elbow ones feel? |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 5:39:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Thor: I went to do legs. Opened up the back of my truck and no belt. Went in the gym to see if I left it there, but no luck. Went back to the house and can't find that thing anywhere. I must have left it and someone snagged it. At least it will be easy to spot as I'm the only one with a lever belt, and the years of indents from being set at a sub 32" waist will make it obvious it's mine. Unless some chick stole it.... Bruh, jacking someones belt is loooooow. I'm particular about my belt, steal my rack, or my bar or whatever, sure. fair game. Take my belt? Best be prepared to answer for it. I think alot of people dont realize people who take lifting seriously go buy their own, those arent gym belts for who evers use. |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 6:50:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie: Got my Stoic shit in @kaik couldnt wait to get off work so I hit the gym at the compound. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sUV9y31KPoGlad I'm not the only one who gets a little wonky when I get fatigued on ohp. |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 7:06:12 PM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bcauz3y: Glad I'm not the only one who gets a little wonky when I get fatigued on ohp. programming called for 5+, so I'll take it. They must have used the ASVAB waivers as the man power to bolt the gym rack together because all the uprights except for the ones I used had the holes on the wrong sides so the J-cups wouldnt fit. I def tapped the top of the rack a few times at full extension 
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Posted: 11/5/2020 10:00:50 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie: zero issues, these suckers are tight though. I'm looking forward to next weeks squat session to play with the knee sleeves. Oh yeah they are super tight. If you bend your knees when you are sitting after a set your legs will start to go numb. |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 10:01:48 PM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Thor: I went to do legs. Opened up the back of my truck and no belt. Went in the gym to see if I left it there, but no luck. Went back to the house and can't find that thing anywhere. I must have left it and someone snagged it. At least it will be easy to spot as I'm the only one with a lever belt, and the years of indents from being set at a sub 32" waist will make it obvious it's mine. Unless some chick stole it.... Woah that sucks. |
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Posted: 11/5/2020 11:40:22 PM EDT
[#33]
Part if the reason I wanted a brighter, non neutral tone belt that is very obviously not your belt, belt.
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Posted: 11/5/2020 11:44:40 PM EDT
[#34]
Newb question about belts. I have a pioneer arriving tomorrow, and I've never worn a belt while lifting. Do I want it snug between my belly button and my rib cage to brace against? I'm currently doing stronglifts (so deads, bench, OHP, squats, bent over row). Should I use it for all of these, or just squats/deadlift?
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Posted: 11/5/2020 11:55:15 PM EDT
[Last Edit: grady]
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caboose314: Newb question about belts. I have a pioneer arriving tomorrow, and I've never worn a belt while lifting. Do I want it snug between my belly button and my rib cage to brace against? I'm currently doing stronglifts (so deads, bench, OHP, squats, bent over row). Should I use it for all of these, or just squats/deadlift? It might be slightly different depending on the lift, your build, and whether it’s a 3 or 4-inch belt. If you wear it too high against your ribs when squatting, you might have an issue. I smashed a rib up pretty good when I did that and squatting sucked ass for weeks after that. Deadlifting is a bit different. I can wear the belt higher up but the 3-inch belt is nice for not getting in the way at the bottom. For OHP, no issues with smashing ribs. Find what’s comfortable and go with that. |
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Posted: 11/6/2020 12:11:17 AM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grady: It might be slightly different depending on the lift, your build, and whether it's a 3 or 4-inch belt. If you wear it to high against your ribs when squatting, you might have an issue. I smashed a rib up pretty good when I did that and squatting sucked ass for weeks after that. Deadlifting is a bit different. I can wear the belt higher up bit the 3-inch belt is nice for not getting in the way at the bottom. For OHP, no issues with smashing ribs. Find what's comfortable and go with that. Your build and the belts size and style will need to mesh. Where it somewhere around your middle, but its position can change depending on your squat style and depth. I generally like it a touch higher on deads but not greatly so. Go use it, find out where it pinches
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Posted: 11/6/2020 12:15:41 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Caboose314]
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie: This is pretty much it. Your build and the belts size and style will need to mesh. Where it somewhere around your middle, but its position can change depending on your squat style and depth. I generally like it a touch higher on deads but not greatly so. Go use it, find out where it pinches Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie: Originally Posted By grady: It might be slightly different depending on the lift, your build, and whether it's a 3 or 4-inch belt. If you wear it to high against your ribs when squatting, you might have an issue. I smashed a rib up pretty good when I did that and squatting sucked ass for weeks after that. Deadlifting is a bit different. I can wear the belt higher up bit the 3-inch belt is nice for not getting in the way at the bottom. For OHP, no issues with smashing ribs. Find what's comfortable and go with that. Your build and the belts size and style will need to mesh. Where it somewhere around your middle, but its position can change depending on your squat style and depth. I generally like it a touch higher on deads but not greatly so. Go use it, find out where it pinches I appreciate the input! It sounds like I should experiment with it for each lift at a lighter weight to find what's comfortable throughout each movement. Thats probably better than the idea I had in my head that I'd buckle it on and just go for it tomorrow
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Posted: 11/6/2020 12:18:03 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caboose314: I appreciate the input! It sounds like I should experiment with it for each lift at a lighter weight to find what's comfortable throughout each movement. Thats probably better than the idea I had in my head that I'd buckle it on and just go for it tomorrow Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caboose314: Originally Posted By ACPjunkie: Originally Posted By grady: It might be slightly different depending on the lift, your build, and whether it's a 3 or 4-inch belt. If you wear it to high against your ribs when squatting, you might have an issue. I smashed a rib up pretty good when I did that and squatting sucked ass for weeks after that. Deadlifting is a bit different. I can wear the belt higher up bit the 3-inch belt is nice for not getting in the way at the bottom. For OHP, no issues with smashing ribs. Find what's comfortable and go with that. Your build and the belts size and style will need to mesh. Where it somewhere around your middle, but its position can change depending on your squat style and depth. I generally like it a touch higher on deads but not greatly so. Go use it, find out where it pinches I appreciate the input! It sounds like I should experiment with it for each lift at a lighter weight to find what's comfortable throughout each movement. Thats probably better than the idea I had in my head that I'd buckle it on and just go for it tomorrow Is it a 3 or 4-inch belt? How tall are you? |
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Posted: 11/6/2020 12:27:10 AM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caboose314: Newb question about belts. I have a pioneer arriving tomorrow, and I've never worn a belt while lifting. Do I want it snug between my belly button and my rib cage to brace against? I'm currently doing stronglifts (so deads, bench, OHP, squats, bent over row). Should I use it for all of these, or just squats/deadlift? For me, with a 4" belt, I usually put it where 2/3 of the belt is above the belly button. Works for all lifts but I end up with red marks that last a few days on squats. Like was said, though, it's very unique to your build. |
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Posted: 11/6/2020 12:27:26 AM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grady: Is it a 3 or 4-inch belt? How tall are you? It's a 4 inch, and I'm 6'5". Sounds like it could be similar to holsters and I'll want to try a few? |
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Posted: 11/6/2020 12:28:00 AM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caboose314: I'd buckle it on and just go for it tomorrow  It's not going to hinder anything really to put it on during your regular sets and see how it feels. Rest assured, if it pinches you'll know it. I've got welts from my belt where it pinched the shit out of my skin over my hips when I was doing Oly squats. |
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Posted: 11/6/2020 12:32:24 AM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caboose314: It's a 4 inch, and I'm 6'5". Sounds like it could be similar to holsters and I'll want to try a few? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caboose314: Originally Posted By grady: Is it a 3 or 4-inch belt? How tall are you? It's a 4 inch, and I'm 6'5". Sounds like it could be similar to holsters and I'll want to try a few? At your height, you’ll be fine just throwing it on and messing with how tight feels right. Wear it a touch low for squats so you don’t smash your ribs. On DL, you’ll end up wearing it higher so it doesn’t interfere with your set up. A 3-inch is really nice for DL, but at your height, it won’t make much difference...unless you’re one of those guys with stilt legs and a really short torso. |
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Posted: 11/6/2020 11:54:26 AM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie: Bruh, jacking someones belt is loooooow. I'm particular about my belt, steal my rack, or my bar or whatever, sure. fair game. Take my belt? Best be prepared to answer for it. I think alot of people dont realize people who take lifting seriously go buy their own, those arent gym belts for who evers use. Yeah. it was a 4" 13mm belt...definitely not an every day lifting belt. I didn't spend a fortune on it so the cost doesn't bother me, but now I have to break in a new belt! Until those edges soften up they leave some impressive bruises. |
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Posted: 11/6/2020 10:22:48 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Caboose314]
[#44]
I like the belt! I feel like I can focus more on the movement when I'm not as distracted by bracing. Barbell row surprised me, it was a big help to feel locked out from the shoulders down and just pull.
I imagine the big red lines are going to be a thing for quite awhile until the belt softens up Thanks again for the advice 
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Posted: 11/8/2020 8:43:40 PM EDT
[#45]
Squat PR today at 440x2.
If I hit my 510 deadlift on Wednesday, which would be another PR, my total will be a nice, even 1,300. |
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Posted: 11/8/2020 8:45:48 PM EDT
[#46]
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Posted: 11/8/2020 9:59:18 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grady: Squat PR today at 440x2. If I hit my 510 deadlift on Wednesday, which would be another PR, my total will be a nice, even 1,300. Much strong. |
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Posted: 11/9/2020 5:57:25 AM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grady: Squat PR today at 440x2. If I hit my 510 deadlift on Wednesday, which would be another PR, my total will be a nice, even 1,300. Nice! |
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Posted: 11/9/2020 9:21:38 PM EDT
[Last Edit: kallnojoy]
[#49]
... and threw my back out.
Chucking straw bales. Fricken farm strong failed me. Dont twist. Hot soak, liquor and stretching... two of the three in progress. Sucks... I have a ton of work around here in the pipeline. No time for this. Eta: last time this happened I babied it due to the pain. Took weeks to recover. No time for that. 99% sure its muscular, despite having a crunchy lower back. Any PT tips appreciated. |
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Posted: 11/10/2020 12:45:52 AM EDT
[#50]
foam rolling or lacrosse balls?
hit it with your prefered blend of icy hot/tiger balm/ biofreeze. Hot showers and ice packs. Recomend the balms well after the hot shower/bath  have the ability to hang out inverted? or sometimes just hanging from a pullup bar can help my back sort itself out. |
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