Jim's Training to Become a Human Tank!

NomZ said:
Post pics as you go!


65" platform to load stones to? Holy ****, 50" today was high!
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Tomorrow lol? OK. The first thing I have to do tomorrow (which I almost forgot about) is go back to the place I got the uhaul earlier today and get my phone out of it lol...


It isn't that high, I've gone higher before (in a stone run too).


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jimbuick said:
Tomorrow lol? OK. The first thing I have to do tomorrow (which I almost forgot about) is go back to the place I got the uhaul earlier today and get my phone out of it lol...It isn't that high, I've gone higher before (in a stone run too).Invalid Link Removed
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ahh didn't think of lighter stones to the higher height, derp.I think I might seriously commit to strongman in the future, today was a blast. Just need your press...
 
NomZ said:
ahh didn't think of lighter stones to the higher height, derp.I think I might seriously commit to strongman in the future, today was a blast. Just need your press...
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Lolz, I need Dimitar's press.


I'm surprised you had such a hard time pressing that weight, it looked so easy coming off the ground and to the rack. Methinks you need to work with your technique, the strength is there, you just need to figure out how to get it all to work in your favor.

Because, let's be honest here, you are stronger than me. So the only reason I out press you now, is technique. I get a lot out of my leg drive, even without a double dip or split jerk (something like 80#).
 
jimbuick said:
Lolz, I need Dimitar's press.


I'm surprised you had such a hard time pressing that weight, it looked so easy coming off the ground and to the rack. Methinks you need to work with your technique, the strength is there, you just need to figure out how to get it all to work in your favor.

Because, let's be honest here, you are stronger than me. So the only reason I out press you now, is technique. I get a lot out of my leg drive, even without a double dip or split jerk (something like 80#).
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Wait till I post the 213 fail, 10lbs more and it killed me. You're definitely right that my technique sucks, so little experience on these lifts shows.
 
After painting:

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Halfway through putting the floor down:



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End Result(for today):



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Planning to put words in silver paint in the black stripe. (even considered putting them in Icelandic, because Viking). Obviously needing some more equipment, and should have a flat bench coming in tomorrow. But, for now, we can train.
 
jimbuick said:
After painting:

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Halfway through putting the floor down:

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End Result(for today):

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Planning to put words in silver paint in the black stripe. (even considered putting them in Icelandic, because Viking). Obviously needing some more equipment, and should have a flat bench coming in tomorrow. But, for now, we can train.
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I spy a SSB.

You're good to go brother.

Paint looks sharp though
 
Sick.
 
aceroni said:
I spy a SSB.

You're good to go brother.

Paint looks sharp though
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Yeah, the paint looks good. It looks better when the sun is still out too, it gets dark in there fast though because there is only one ****ty lightbulb (something I might have to rectify).


I have 3 bars lol, 1 TPB, 1 log, and the SSB. Planning to get another TPB soon too, but it isn't the first thing on my list.


Right now it's:

Dumbbell Handles
Yoke
Farmers
TPB
Cambered Bar
Swiss Bar
etc.


I might be building that stone platform next weekend, it depends on how much the lumber costs, and how lazy I feel....
 
Honestly one of the best gyms I've ever trained in was a dimly lit bare bones powerlifting gym. No worries on the lighting
 
4-28-14 ME Upper


Push Press: 185 x 3, 190 x 3, 195 x 3


Had originally planned to do strict press, and as I was warming up I decided I was feeling good and wanted to push my luck a little. Didn't have any pain doing these (which is a good sign), but there was still some instability (which you'll see in the video).

WG Strict OHP: 105 x 5, 115 x 5, 120 x 5 x 2, 120 x 4

Pull-Ups: BW x 9, 8, 8

a1. Rear Delt Pullapart: Red x 40, x 35
a2. Tri. Pushdown: Purple x 25 x 4

That pump was absolutely ridiculous.

Meadows Rows: 50 x 15, 60 x 15 x 2

Actually had some discomfort doing these. Wasn't pain really, more like tightness when I was doing them.





And, I wanna know what you guys think about these:

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Are they gonna be good or is there something better I should get as far as these go? I plan to also get one kroc row handle (although, probably not that actual one) for heavy ass rows, and want these for basically everything else that I want to use DBs for (benches, OHP, raises, weighted lunges, etc.)
 
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Finally got to see some pictures of the setup. It brings a tear to my eye. I wouldn't have thought to paint that black stripe, but it looks good. Nice training today, too. Good to see the injury isn't hanging around.
 
Keep in mind with the Olympic handle the size of the plates you'll need to use. Unless you have a lot of 5/10lb plates....
 
NomZ said:
Keep in mind with the Olympic handle the size of the plates you'll need to use. Unless you have a lot of 5/10lb plates....
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I bought a ton of tens for exactly this reason lol. (and for when I get a circus DB)

I've also considered using 25s.
 
Then you should be good.
 
jimbuick said:
Just ordered one of them there swiss press bars that were on flash sale at EFS.



And 2 pair of DB handles. Be jealous Sean.
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I thought of posting the link here for you, but I figured you'd find it anyways. Nice buys.
 
So, I'm definitely not able to squat/deadlift yet. I tried to show my wife what I was talking about yesterday with the SSB squats and it hurt a lot. So, it's not as good as I wish it was yet. Bleh.



Did RE Upper today though and didn't have any pain (can't do bent over rows yet though)


Inc. Bench: 185 x 4, 175 x 5 x 3, 175 x 4

CG Bench: 185 x 10 x 2, 185 x 7

Seated Band Row: Purple x 6 x 5

a1. Bradford Press: 95 x 8, 95 x 7.5, 95 x 7
a2. Stretch Pushups: BW x 20, BW x 18, BW x 12

Poundstone Curls: Bar x 60
 
Had a pretty solid workout session again today. Was pretty tired when I got up so I added 1.5 scoop alphamine with the White Pump this morning.


ME OHP:


Strict OHP: 155 x 2, 160 x 2, 165 x 2, 170 x 2

Everything above 155 was a PR double, so that's good. Finally starting to get some traction in my training again, if only I could actually train.....


Had a bit of a balance issue with the second rep of 170, it got a little behind me so I had to take a step to keep it but still strict lol. Went for a third but it wasn't there, no big deal because I was working doubles today. Still having the instability issue, but at least it doesn't hurt to OHP....


1 Arm KB OHP: 53 x 8 x 4


a1. CG Chin-Up: BW x 12, 11, 10, 2 (35 in AFSAP)
a2. Facepull: Red x 25 x 3

OH Tricep Extension: Purple x 25, 25, 20, 20, 10 (100 in AFSAP)
 
a1. GHR: BW x 10 x 4
a2. Lunges: BW x 20 x 3


Planks: BW x 45 seconds x 2


Nothing crazy, but it was at least something. Didn't have any pain with this today, although it was stiff this morning. Got a good pump in the hams with the GHRs though!
 
Good to see some lower body work in here!
 
herderdude said:
Good to see some lower body work in here!
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Yeah! Hopefully not too long before squatting and deadlifting again.



Had a solid RE Upper session today though.


CG Bench Press: 225 x 5, 245 x 4, 225 x 5 x 3

Inc. Bench: 165 x 5--135 x 3, 135 x 8 x 3

Lol, flew off the chest but my triceps were done.

Band Row: Purple x 5 x 5

a1. Pushups: BW x 60 seconds x 2
a2. High Lateral Raise: Red x 30 seconds x 2

That was terrible.

Poundstone Curl: Bar x 70


Awful. I was pouring sweat today, my clothes were soaked when I went to get in the shower afterwards.
 
Got in some more lower body training yesterday. I tried squatting with the empty barbell and was able to do that with very, very little discomfort. :thumbsup:


Then,


BB Lunges: 45 x 20, 95 x 20 x 2

a1. Meadows Row: 70 x 10 x 2
GHR: BW x 8 x 2

GHD Situp: BW x 15 x 2


Woohoo, some weighted lower body stuff!
 
If you like the Cowboys, I think you're gonna like Devin Street. He was a good receiver for Pitt. Not as good as Pitt's best receiver usually is, but serviceable and a good get in the 5th round.

Who are you referring to?
 
herderdude said:
If you like the Cowboys, I think you're gonna like Devin Street. He was a good receiver for Pitt. Not as good as Pitt's best receiver usually is, but serviceable and a good get in the 5th round.

Who are you referring to?
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I'm an eagles fan lol.


Jordan Najvar, TE from Baylor. Honestly, it surprises me that he got drafted. I mean sure, he started in High School but he never seemed that good. He's big though, and has a lot of room to grow so who knows. (6'6" 260#)
 
So, I've kind of been away from all the forums for the last week or so. Had a lot of crap going on that took up a lot of my time and it kind of just got put on hold.


Anyway, here is my updates from the last week.


Monday- ME Upper:

Push Press: 185 x 1, 195 x 1, 205 x 1, 210 x 1

All went pretty easily, had some pain with the 185 but it wasn't an issue with the heavier weights.

Strict OHP: 135 x 8, 130 x 6--95 x 4, 115 x 6--95 x 4

Wanted to do the Z Press, but I couldn't without pain.

Pull-Ups: BW x 5, 6, 6, 5, 5, 4

a1. Facepulls: Black x 20 x 2, 15, 20
a2. Tricep Pushdown: Purple x 25, AVG x 15 x 3

Ran out of time, had to leave for work. It wasn't a terrible workout, but obviously I've had better....


Wed- Lower

Tried to do some light deadlifts, but couldn't. Tried to do some light squats, but couldn't. Then did some GHRs, and tried to do rollouts, but couldn't.

Thu- RE Upper

Inc. Bench: 185 x 5 x 5

CG Bench: 205 x 8 x 4

Seated Band Row: Purple x 6 x 4

a1. Rear Delt Pullapart: Red x 30, Black x 30 x 2
a2. Foot Elevated Pushup: BW x 30sec x 3

Poundstone Curl: 60


Friday: Finally had a Friday off of work and was able to go bowling again, bowled a crappy first game but then had two games above 200. That was the last week of the league so at least I won't have to pay $20 a week for something I'm not even going to be able to do...


Saturday: Did some GHRs and that was it. Decided I need to give it some more rest, because it's been sore for the last week or two since I started trying to rush the training again. Might schedule an appointment with the chiro again and see if that has some kind of immediate effect, otherwise I'm not sure how long it will be before I can actually do regular training again.
 
jimbuick said:
Got in some more lower body training yesterday. I tried squatting with the empty barbell and was able to do that with very, very little discomfort. :thumbsup:


Then,


BB Lunges: 45 x 20, 95 x 20 x 2

a1. Meadows Row: 70 x 10 x 2
GHR: BW x 8 x 2

GHD Situp: BW x 15 x 2


Woohoo, some weighted lower body stuff!
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Love meadow rows just love them. I have to be careful with those now I over extended once and effed my shyt all up lol!
 
ME Upper:


Strict OHP: 155 x 4, 160 x 4 (Volume PR)

WG Strict Press: 115 x 8 x 3, 115 x 7

Side 2 Side Pull-Up: BW x 4, 3, 3 (per side)

a1. Pullapart: Black x 14, 12 ,10 , 9
a2. 1 Arm OH Tri Ext: Black x 9, 7, 6, 6

These were hard. I did my best to make them hard as ****, I mean rep 1 was hard and I went until I couldn't complete the movement any more.
 
Spaniard said:
It just might be ;) How have you been buddy?
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Holy sh1t...your moms been wondering where you've been. She's been worried sick. I'll let her know your alive and well when I see her later tonight ;). Hope alls well buddy
 
jimbuick said:
I've been doing alright, what have you been up to?
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Good man, glad to hear it.

Danb2285 said:
Holy sh1t...your moms been wondering where you've been. She's been worried sick. I'll let her know your alive and well when I see her later tonight ;). Hope alls well buddy
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Well, that's just not very nice at all, Dan
 
jimbuick said:
I see how it is, y'all don't give no ****s about me until deezy comes back.


Dicks.
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Come here big fella. It's alright, there there now
 
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