HP's Summer of Alpha with Athletix Sports Stack

[JudgementDay]

wow that is a lot of weight to start off cold. Reminds me of the last grappling tourny I did, thought I had a lot of time and got called right away, didn't get to stretch or warm up at all. I'm glad you didn't get injuried starting off with that much and no warm up.

[packers6211]

Sweeettttttt!! Man that is awesome bet your happy as a hog in mud!

[farmtireguy]

What I brought home from the Meet @ 100% RAW NC STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS.

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Nice man. Congrats.

[HokiePride]

wow that is a lot of weight to start off cold. Reminds me of the last grappling tourny I did, thought I had a lot of time and got called right away, didn't get to stretch or warm up at all. I'm glad you didn't get injuried starting off with that much and no warm up.

I'm glad I didn't get injured either but that is what true strength is all about. I'm shocked about the whole ordeal myself and yet brought something home I'm extremely proud of. My next comp this coming Saturday I won't bring home a trophy remotely close to what I did the last two meets because the guy running it takes your money and gives out certificates. WTF? I'm only doing the one Saturday to do my PR of ALL TIME IN FRONT OF EVERYONE. Also get it filmed on vieo and submitted to JD and Athletix.

I filmed this past Mondays workout and once again the guy who filmed it didn't send me the video. I'm pissed. It has a slingshot rep on there of 475. One less than two weeks ago but it's because I did a 465 neg. prior. Strength is going through the roof. I do't know where this ride is going to end. The after effects and residual I hope to end @ 455 in October for my next 100% RAW MEET in Parkersburg, WV.

Division 1 and Formula X are a great combo. I have been LG/IF ing it along with these supps. I have to say I'm loving my progress.

Sweeettttttt!! Man that is awesome bet your happy as a hog in mud!

Damn right I'm happy. It is even sweeter to know I'm closing in on 40 and strong as ever. I'm going to push it even more to hit my goal (Hopefully next year @ 500)

Nice man. Congrats.

Thank you.

[JudgementDay]

Great update! Good stuff man, can't wait to hear how that goes!

[HokiePride]

Wednesday Workout

Cardio: 40 min
TBar Row: 2PLx15, 4PLx10, 7PLx5 (PR), 7PLx5 (PR)
Lat PULLDOWN: 80, 120, 140, 160, 200x8 reps each.
Low Cable Row: 80, 120, 140, 160, 200x8 reps each.
BB Shrugs: 225x8x2

THUR: RESTED

FRI: RESTED

SAT: Time to smash. Planned lifts

BENCH: Warmup. 135x20, 225x20, 315x12, 365x8, 405x5, COMPETITION: ALL TIME 440.

DEADLIFT: Warmup. 135x3, 225x3, 315x2, 405x1, Competition: 475, 585 (PR) or 600.

LET'S GET IT.

[JudgementDay]

Another awesome workout.

[packers6211]

Man I'd kill to even hit 405 for one time in my life lol killer chest workout brother!

[HokiePride]

I have so many haters. I don't understand why you tell somebody you know something or how to do something they tend to tell you it's not possible unless your on anabolics. Especially an uncle, whom had the natural gift and potential to go pro in the NBA except he decided being in prison was much more comfortable. I'm serious, he palyed in the McDonald Classic against many NBA stars including Alonzo Morning. He even played varsity basketball in High School as a 9th grader. He had to leave Jr High to practice at the High School, yes he started. He used to be under 10% bodyfat. I commented on a pic of a lean dude on Facebook and he proceeded to tell me he was on anabolics, because his abs were veiny. When I told him I know what the deal is and no he isn't necessarily he commented again after I told him what I lift and how much I lift. Here is what he said:

WHATS UP BIG NEPH? HOWS EVERYTHING WITH YOU? YOUR LOOKING REAL BIG LIKE YOU LIFTING THE GYM. I WAS LIFTING LIKE A BODYBUILDER BACK IN 96 INTO THE 2000S AND WAS HUGE ARMS IN THE 20'S BODY FAT UNDER 10%. I LOVE THE LOOK AND THE WAY I FELT BUT YEARS LATER ALL THE POUNDING FROM THE HEAVY LIFTING TAKES A BEATING ON THE JOINTS. I KNOW YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR DOING I CAN SEE IT IN YOUR LOOK AND YOU LOOK GOOD. THOSE ABS THAT DAY IN YOUR POSTING FROM MY TIME OF LIFTING DONT SEEM POSSIBLE. I COULD BE WRONG. WELL I LOVE YOU BUT I DID WANT TO RESPOND TO THE POSTING, SORRY FOR TAKING SO LONG. I KEEP UP WITH YOU BIG NEPH SO KEEP POSTING, LOVE YOU. JB

Why would you feel it necessary to tell me what you were 15yrs ago. I don't freaking care. He has no idea what suppz are and how far advnced this industry has come, yet he wants to tell me about him being under 10%. No one I know ever says hey, great job on your lifts or, what are you doing to get that strong, when you have a family workout 3 days a week and eat very little.

Coworkers, family have no clue what it takes to be dedicated and consistant. I know one thing I will never again tell anyone I workout or lift weights. For now on my only answer will be pushups and I no longer lift heavy. I'm tired of hearing these sob stories about their joints and how much a toll it takes. Did I sit and berate people when they were in their prime doing what they were doing? No not a peep. I wish they would save the negativity for someone who cares. I only got this big because of all the stupidity I face. I'm going to get off my high horse and let you know how Saturday went. Have a great Monday!

[HokiePride]

Meet Last Saturday!
I get to this meet and hit my first two bench marks. 385, 405. I then raise the stakes to 440lbs. I bombed. Yes, I failed. Here is the catch. I don't belive I did becuase the weights used were not legal weights. He had MIXMATCHED plates. If anyone who trains, knows these type of plates can actually weigh more than they are rated. To prove I didn't com[letely fail I'm going to the Y tonight to do:

Bench Press: 135x30, 225x20, 315x15, 365x8, 405x5, 425x2, 440x1

I'm not convinced I failed. I will try this tonight. I should have waited until today but oh well. I did pull 550 dead (-15) from my PR, but then again I lifted 525 the previous Saturday in ameet. Does it matter, probably not. After, this I will switch my focus to shred while maintaining my lifts.

[HokiePride]

Another awesome workout.

Thank u.

Man I'd kill to even hit 405 for one time in my life lol killer chest workout brother!

I know how to get people there, getting past it is the problem.

[packers6211]

lol who's hating on you? Peeps at the gym!! Man I was 21 hitting 350 for two rep max and I swear I'd been working out only 1 1/2 yrs. Oh and I was 170lbs then, and oh yeah I wasn't taking juice either bro. my supps list was xenadrine, protein, creatine, bcaa's and that was it. I agree everyone thinks the big weights mean aas. Not always. I bet people at my gym think my close to 19 inch calves are by inj lol. Bro your strong and have good work ethics so don't sweat those that lack that.

[JudgementDay]

Everything is possible, I only keep the positive people in my life, haters are annoying.

[HokiePride]

lol who's hating on you? Peeps at the gym!! Man I was 21 hitting 350 for two rep max and I swear I'd been working out only 1 1/2 yrs. Oh and I was 170lbs then, and oh yeah I wasn't taking juice either bro. my supps list was xenadrine, protein, creatine, bcaa's and that was it. I agree everyone thinks the big weights mean aas. Not always. I bet people at my gym think my close to 19 inch calves are by inj lol. Bro your strong and have good work ethics so don't sweat those that lack that.

My own uncle who used to be under 10% when he played basketball. He gives me excuses as to why I shouldn't be lifting heavy due to joint probs and. Yada, Yada. I won't sweat it. I'm going to keep doing what I do. God willing, I'm going to get better no matter what.

Everything is possible, I only keep the positive people in my life, haters are annoying.

I do the same but it's foul when it's family. Update coming in the morning. You guys are going to love this. PR's broken today like crazy, wheels at that.

[HokiePride]

Monday Aug. 20
Bench Pressed:135x30, 225x20, 275x15, 315x15, 365x5, 405x1 then chained (37lbs+225, 275, 315x8 each).
35 min Cardio

Tuesday Aug. 21
Preworkout: 35 min Cardio
Pullups/Chinups: 20(PR), 13, 14, 13, 8 ( wide, PR)

Wednesday Aug. 22
Leg extensions
Lying leg curls warm up

Leg press
10 45lb plates x25
14 45lb plates x20
18 45lb plates x20
22 45lb plates x12(pr*)
26 45lb plates x8(pr*)

Hack Squat (legs were sore and tight)
225lbs x15(pr*)
315lbs x15(pr*)
405lbs x15(pr*)
405lbs AMRAP Strip set 1 plate per side down to no plates.

Leg extensions
Stack 7x12

I met up with a dude last week and indicated I wanted to get a leg workout done with him. His leg strength is impressive and he trains similar to what I do. One thing I didn't account for is is beastly leg strength. Let's just say I was complaining in the gym as much as my 7 month old son was to me last night. By the time we got to Hack Squats I was spent and yet I contiinued on. I was breathing heavy and sweaty, WTF. I never worked this hard before. He woke my ass up. No squats included. This sh** was retarded. I smashed PR's all over the place. We ended the Hacks and he said ok Leg extensions again. WTF? For how many sets. 7 sets of 12, are you freaking kidding. I did the first two and basicly said ok, enough. I walked around for a moment, got my head right and finished it out. Damn, what a workout.

I told him if I can't walk in the halls at work in the morning or crash my truck on the way home I'm blaming him and telling the cops it Leg Day. Funny thing is my son had me up since 2am. Yeah, I woke up and turned on the TV and found Jurassic Park. Here is the funny part, it just started when I got his bottle ready and got him settled to eat. He passed out while I was holding him and I held him for two hours and then layed him in his crib for another 2. Then the little monster woke up, WHY? Becuase he was hingry again. SMH.

Anyways, I'm at work and feel freaking great. I'm not even sore. I can feel every muscle in my body just full and pumped. My legs feel like they are still engorged. I feel so freaking good i may go back and squat 275x5(reps)x10 just to keep the feeling.
I'm loving this stuff. By the way, I lost 22lbs as of yesterday, since June 23. Exactly in a 2 month period, BRAWLIC
Stomach has shrunk, I'm getting more seperation between my lats, chest, serratus. Just a few more inches to go around the waist, abs, legs and lower chest, I will be a little sculpted. After training legs the way I did yesterday, gave me a whole new perspective of how to train (faster, harder and better). When we were finished, I was WASTED, SPENT, yet felt awesome.

[JudgementDay]

What a wicked update, PR's across the board, leg workout was sick and you loss 22lbs in 2 months, thats amazing, keep up the good work!

[packers6211]

Hell yeah JD he had one hella workout session PR!!!!!!!! Oh yeah!!

[JudgementDay]

Hell yeah JD he had one hella workout session PR!!!!!!!! Oh yeah!!

I'm so impressed with this guy, so much heart to get in there and aim for more no matter what every workout, even if he isn't getting enough sleep he goes in and kills it!

[HokiePride]

What a wicked update, PR's across the board, leg workout was sick and you loss 22lbs in 2 months, thats amazing, keep up the good work!

Appreciate it! I'm going to keep doing work!

Hell yeah JD he had one hella workout session PR!!!!!!!! Oh yeah!!

No doubt!

I'm so impressed with this guy, so much heart to get in there and aim for more no matter what every workout, even if he isn't getting enough sleep he goes in and kills it!

Thanks JD! You have no idea how much that means to me. It is difficult but my love for the game drives me. People doubt me and wish I fail. Everyday I manage to make it and still do work. Especially since I dissappoint them because I won't quit.

I think the sleep deprivation has caught up with me as well as the IF/LG. I tried to make up my main lifts on the bench Monday and again Thursday. I barely pressed 405 once. For the last three weeks I was getting atleast 5. I'm pissed. My lil man had me up again last night @ 2am and I had to hold him so he stay asleep. I love him so much. I think I'm going to still get to the gym tonight and tomorrow and do some light abs/delts and cardio.

Nothing heavy for about a 1.5 weeks starting today. This means cardio all next week. Wifey going to get surgery so I have to help take care of her and lil man until she can get moving again beginning next Wednesday.

On September 3, 2012 I'm going to be back on my bench game, sleep or no sleep. All should be healed. I've been going H.A.M. for the last 12 weeks on bench so I think I'm spent. 10 days will do me some good. Cardio will be done following a 10-14hr fast. I'm adjusting it from 16 to see if I can still get results. I believe going 16 has hampered me a bit.

[JudgementDay]

I agree a good 10 days will help your body heal up, heavy weight like that is hard on the CNS and I believe a little break will help.