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Posted: 1/22/2011 10:05:32 AM EDT
My search is over. I recently took a consulting job in Baton Rouge, LA and moved here a week ago. I did a google search looking for gyms to join when I got down here. I found a few that I wanted to take a look at but after figuring out where I wanted to live I ruled 3 of the 4 out due to distance. So I drove over to the gym to check it out and it's AWESOME. Not a single piece of cardio equipment in sight. Chalk tubs, chains, bands, a row of power racks, deadlifting platforms, bumper plates and compitition benches filled the room. I think I heard harps when I walked in but I can't be sure...
The best part about it is that you get a key and can work out 24/7. I work out at like 5:30-6:45am so it was empty both times I worked out this week. I have control of the stero, no waiting for equipment and everything I need to take my strength training to the next level. I'm psyched. |
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Posted: 1/22/2011 10:58:39 AM EDT
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Congradulations! If you think thats great wait till you get to know some of the other people there, maybe you can end up with some training partners out of it.
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Posted: 1/22/2011 5:16:02 PM EDT
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Congradulations! If you think thats great wait till you get to know some of the other people there, maybe you can end up with some training partners out of it. Yeah, I met the owner who happens to be a 2003 World champion lifter (didn't ask what lift or federation) but they have a white board on the wall and there are several 500+ lb bench pressers there. Having workout partners would be a huge help in getting my strength up but with my work schedule it's tough. |
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Posted: 1/22/2011 5:45:08 PM EDT
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My search is over. I recently took a consulting job in Baton Rouge, LA and moved here a week ago. I did a google search looking for gyms to join when I got down here. I found a few that I wanted to take a look at but after figuring out where I wanted to live I ruled 3 of the 4 out due to distance. So I drove over to the gym to check it out and it's AWESOME. Not a single piece of cardio equipment in sight. Chalk tubs, chains, bands, a row of power racks, deadlifting platforms, bumper plates and compitition benches filled the room. I think I heard harps when I walked in but I can't be sure...
The best part about it is that you get a key and can work out 24/7. I work out at like 5:30-6:45am so it was empty both times I worked out this week. I have control of the stero, no waiting for equipment and everything I need to take my strength training to the next level. I'm psyched. Time for some kick-ass Crossfit WoD's. |
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Posted: 1/23/2011 4:20:04 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: My search is over. I recently took a consulting job in Baton Rouge, LA and moved here a week ago. I did a google search looking for gyms to join when I got down here. I found a few that I wanted to take a look at but after figuring out where I wanted to live I ruled 3 of the 4 out due to distance. So I drove over to the gym to check it out and it's AWESOME. Not a single piece of cardio equipment in sight. Chalk tubs, chains, bands, a row of power racks, deadlifting platforms, bumper plates and compitition benches filled the room. I think I heard harps when I walked in but I can't be sure... The best part about it is that you get a key and can work out 24/7. I work out at like 5:30-6:45am so it was empty both times I worked out this week. I have control of the stero, no waiting for equipment and everything I need to take my strength training to the next level. I'm psyched. Time for some kick-ass Crossfit WoD's. HA! I'm sure they'd welcome him doing box jumps and knees-to-elbows in a power rack while everyone else is resting between 1-rep sets. |
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Posted: 1/24/2011 6:20:51 AM EDT
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COOL!
Probably a lack of cardio bunnies to look at |
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Posted: 1/24/2011 8:03:10 PM EDT
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You will definitely see an improvement in your lifts just from being there. There are several IPF Worlds lifters at the dungeon I train at. Training at places life this is not for the average gym goer, though.
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Posted: 1/26/2011 10:00:23 AM EDT
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My gym has the cardio equipment up front, then the machines and dumbell racks, then you go through a doorway into the power section. Smith machines, benches, leg press, dl platform.
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Posted: 1/27/2011 6:03:02 PM EDT
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I'd love to find a gym like that. Some hole in the wall with nasty old rusty equipment designed purely to build muscle.
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Posted: 1/27/2011 6:27:36 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/28/2011 6:20:27 AM EDT
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Am I Reeding that right?
132 pounder squating 534 
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Posted: 1/28/2011 8:54:01 AM EDT
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Here's a pic as you walk in...
Oh and I lied, they do have a cardio section... 
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Posted: 1/28/2011 8:55:54 AM EDT
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Am I Reeding that right? 132 pounder squating 534 And a 165lb'er squatting 777lbs
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Posted: 1/28/2011 11:01:55 AM EDT
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Wait, you're training where Wade Hooper trains at? |
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Posted: 1/28/2011 12:50:33 PM EDT
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Am I Reeding that right? 132 pounder squating 534 And a 165lb'er squatting 777lbs now I feel like a pussy 
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Posted: 1/28/2011 3:48:47 PM EDT
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Am I Reeding that right? 132 pounder squating 534 And a 165lb'er squatting 777lbs now I feel like a pussy At least I'm stronger than the girls who lift here. 
ETA: Holy $#!T, maybe I'm not stronger than the girls who work out here...
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Posted: 1/28/2011 3:51:01 PM EDT
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Wait, you're training where Wade Hooper trains at? Yeah, apparently he's a local guy. I think he operates a supplement company because their are flyers on the wall where he's selling squat shoes and creatine/protein powder, etc. Aside from my first day when stopped by around noon to check the place out and met the owner Paul Fletcher (2003 world champion) I haven't seen a soul in the place but that's because I work out at 5:30am. Here's some video of Wade Hopper working out at the gym. http://www.powerliftingwatch.com/node/6093 |
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Posted: 2/2/2011 8:17:19 AM EDT
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Thats an awesome gym
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Posted: 2/2/2011 9:24:58 AM EDT
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Call me crazy but shouldn't you have a partner when doing bench. That or a panic button to the local 911 center.
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Posted: 2/2/2011 11:13:41 AM EDT
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Great looking place. Just be careful when lifting alone.
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Posted: 2/2/2011 11:15:31 AM EDT
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Am I Reeding that right? 132 pounder squating 534 No, it looks to me like 435 Lbs |
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Posted: 2/2/2011 11:23:04 AM EDT
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Welcome to Louisiana! I'm in Lafayette, if you ever get this way let me know, I'll cook you a gumbo that you will never forget. Just in time for Mardi GRAS season too!
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Posted: 2/2/2011 11:48:01 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Am I Reeding that right? 132 pounder squating 534 No, it looks to me like 435 Lbs That's the women's PR board, the one in men's is 534. |
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Posted: 2/2/2011 12:02:48 PM EDT
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Am I Reeding that right? 132 pounder squating 534 No, it looks to me like 435 Lbs That's the women's PR board, the one in men's is 534. Ahhhh, good eye 
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Posted: 2/2/2011 3:47:37 PM EDT
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Am I Reeding that right? 132 pounder squating 534 No, it looks to me like 435 Lbs That's the women's PR board, the one in men's is 534. Ahhhh, good eye I I edited my post above ETA: Holy $#!T, maybe I'm not stronger than the girls who work out here...
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Posted: 2/2/2011 3:49:58 PM EDT
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Great looking place. Just be careful when lifting alone. Yeah, the incline bench is the only excercise that I can't self spot on. For flat bench they have spotter arms that will catch the bar if you miss a rep. That said, don't underestimate adrenaline from fear of getting stuck at helping to get that last rep up.
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