One of the sleds has plastic runners on it. The rest do not.
I also have two sled pulling ropes.
I also have two sled pulling ropes.
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I'd be interested in a sled and a battle rope most likely. Don't need plastic runners as I'd be using on asphalt in front of my neighbors house.
I have one I'd let go real cheap. Ifn you are close to New Braunfels and are interested, let me know.
Thanks, Hoosegow. If AggieLAX is trying to offload his then I'll try to get with him on that first. I will be around this weekend and could come by and check them out.
Home alone this weekend. So far I've had 2 ribeyes, a half pound of ground chicken, and a great workout.
Wish I would've taken lifting seriously back when I had no real obligations. I would've been an absolute unit.
Wish I would've taken lifting seriously back when I had no real obligations. I would've been an absolute unit.
This is me if I am home alone
I had to fight the urge to pickup ice cream sandwiches at the grocery store today. It was post leg workout and I was really hungry so I was craving all of the junk food
Thoughts on 1 on, 2 days off split (lifting in 80-95% range)? I hurt my knee, doc on Wednesday, so took a couple days off (can still squat, just nothing lateral - stayed at like 70%), but anyway had days off on upper body. This morning I was super strong, had the energy/umph to push the last rep(s). I'm thinking I stick to it and see, especially when my knee is back to 100% and can do bjj (normally Tues-Thur night) which does took a good amount out of me (hey, I'm 43!).
Thoughts?
Thoughts?
That's really hard to say not knowing the details of your program. The times where I can't workout for a couple of days and then do something like squats or bench press, I almost always feel stronger. Mixing in longer recovery is absolutely beneficial - especially if you're training really hard.
Personally speaking, I workout 5-6 days a week when it is not hunting season. Once hunting season comes around I am down to about 4 days a week since I'll usually be out of town every other weekend if not every weekend. I feel great at first but never have I come out of hunting season stronger than I was before. I always look forward to the end of hunting season because I know that I will be adding strength back after the first couple of months.
Hard to really know the answer but my gut would say it's probably not sustainable unless you're doing same or similar program condensed into less days and more recovery. Even then, you're not going to be able to have the same quality of lift each day because you're going to be battling more systemic fatigue from doing more activity in one day.
Personally speaking, I workout 5-6 days a week when it is not hunting season. Once hunting season comes around I am down to about 4 days a week since I'll usually be out of town every other weekend if not every weekend. I feel great at first but never have I come out of hunting season stronger than I was before. I always look forward to the end of hunting season because I know that I will be adding strength back after the first couple of months.
Hard to really know the answer but my gut would say it's probably not sustainable unless you're doing same or similar program condensed into less days and more recovery. Even then, you're not going to be able to have the same quality of lift each day because you're going to be battling more systemic fatigue from doing more activity in one day.
I've been doing a 3 days per week split the last 3 months and I absolutely love it and I'm definitely still making gains.
I think it's doable with the right programming and intensity, especially if you have some lifts on maintenance mode and are only pushing one or two others.
I think it's doable with the right programming and intensity, especially if you have some lifts on maintenance mode and are only pushing one or two others.
Reached 400 lbs SBD today.
135 lb squat
105 lb bench press
160 lb deadlift
Squat is where I'm feeling the gains the most. Considering I could barely squat 115 5x5 with poor form when I started with soreness that lasted for days. To 135 with much better form and recovery.
At this rate, 500 should come quickly. Next goal will be 2 plates on squat by mid-May.
Btw, sorry I'm not contributing anything other than just updates. Not a ton of knowledge over here but I'm just being a sponge.
135 lb squat
105 lb bench press
160 lb deadlift
Squat is where I'm feeling the gains the most. Considering I could barely squat 115 5x5 with poor form when I started with soreness that lasted for days. To 135 with much better form and recovery.
At this rate, 500 should come quickly. Next goal will be 2 plates on squat by mid-May.
Btw, sorry I'm not contributing anything other than just updates. Not a ton of knowledge over here but I'm just being a sponge.
Sharing your updates is contributing! An update here and there usually triggers a conversation with this group.
Speaking of which, I have a question for Hoosegow.... did you ever incorporate J-M Presses into your program for helping with your bench press strength?
I really like them but struggle to find the perfect form... it seems like I struggle to find the form until my 2nd or 3rd set (which is normally my working set anyways) where I don't feel it in my elbows. Once I find it, my triceps get pretty rocked.
Speaking of which, I have a question for Hoosegow.... did you ever incorporate J-M Presses into your program for helping with your bench press strength?
I really like them but struggle to find the perfect form... it seems like I struggle to find the form until my 2nd or 3rd set (which is normally my working set anyways) where I don't feel it in my elbows. Once I find it, my triceps get pretty rocked.
Yes, keep them coming - we all started somewhere and the discussion is good for any lurkers that see your progress.
When I got to two plates on my squat and deadlift is when I noticed the 5x5 getting more difficult, then around 275 I had to change my programming. So you've got a good bit of runway yet to just keep on grinding.
When I got to two plates on my squat and deadlift is when I noticed the 5x5 getting more difficult, then around 275 I had to change my programming. So you've got a good bit of runway yet to just keep on grinding.
Don't want to speak for him, but I've seen him mention them before as one of the better / best triceps exercises. I didn't know about them for a long time, and just started incorporating them last year. I think they are great! Takes a little bit to get the form down, and they can be a bit awkward at first. I have my son do them as well. He was not a fan at first, as he said they bothered his elbows as well. But he's kind of got them down now, and they are growing on him.ttha_aggie_09 said:
Sharing your updates is contributing! An update here and there usually triggers a conversation with this group.
Speaking of which, I have a question for Hoosegow.... did you ever incorporate J-M Presses into your program for helping with your bench press strength?
I really like them but struggle to find the perfect form... it seems like I struggle to find the form until my 2nd or 3rd set (which is normally my working set anyways) where I don't feel it in my elbows. Once I find it, my triceps get pretty rocked.
JM presses are great. I still think the king of tricep exercises are dips. Definitely a good alternative to change up stimuli. Close grip bench presses (done right), bands/chains, paused 3 board presses are all good as well.
Did you do them on barbell or smith machine? I feel safer on smith but more long head activation on barbell. It's also pretty humbling barbell… don't need a lot weight
The only time you should ever use a smith machine is if you are injured.
I used a smith machine because 115-135lbs barbell felt like I was going to guillotine myself. I've got the form down now, I think, but still just a funky movement especially since suicide grip feels the best for my triceps.
I've used them for barbell throws in the past. Great for developing explosive power without having to decelerate.Hoosegow said:
The only time you should ever use a smith machine is if you are injured.
Question on deadlifting form. How do y'all position your head/neck throughout the movement?
When I first started lifting, I remember everyone saying to look up as you lift from the bottom, and then straighten so you're looking straight ahead as you come up. However later in life I adopted what I believed to be more correct from other lifters, which was maintaining a neutral neck position throughout the lift to where at the bottom I'm looking a little in front of me, and at the top I'm looking straight ahead, without extending my neck at any point.
Lately I've seen some more advanced lifters, in my opinion, looking up/extending their neck at the bottom of the movement. Just curious what y'all do.
When I first started lifting, I remember everyone saying to look up as you lift from the bottom, and then straighten so you're looking straight ahead as you come up. However later in life I adopted what I believed to be more correct from other lifters, which was maintaining a neutral neck position throughout the lift to where at the bottom I'm looking a little in front of me, and at the top I'm looking straight ahead, without extending my neck at any point.
Lately I've seen some more advanced lifters, in my opinion, looking up/extending their neck at the bottom of the movement. Just curious what y'all do.
This is a Beau bat light if I have ever seen one.
I know nothing about deadlifts but he would be the guy I would ask for form tips.
I know nothing about deadlifts but he would be the guy I would ask for form tips.
deadlifts are the devil
8 part series
elitefts.com So You Think You Can Deadlift? (Part 1)
just youtbue search it.
8 part series
elitefts.com So You Think You Can Deadlift? (Part 1)
just youtbue search it.
I stand corrected. That is a pretty good accessory exercise.
11 weeks in.
Day 1 vs Day 77:
Day 1 vs Day 77:
This is the cue I've been using that has helped me a lot.
Combining that + taking the slack out of the bar + thinking about making my arms as long as possible has really minimized my lower back pain and helped solidify my form.
Combining that + taking the slack out of the bar + thinking about making my arms as long as possible has really minimized my lower back pain and helped solidify my form.
Sleeves are coming off, self confidence engaged - that's the progress that really matters.
Nice work man.
Nice work man.
About time for this shirt:CC09LawAg said:
Sleeves are coming off, self confidence engaged - that's the progress that really matters.
Nice work man.
https://a.co/d/eoYeQjk
I have one that my girls got me for Christmas but I'm not a big tank top guy
Thanks man.
The biggest thing I've learned is that there's a TON of great programs out there... but the MOST important thing is good diet and just getting active doing anything.
I would always spend days (sometimes weeks) trying to find the perfect program that fits my schedule and will give me the results I wanted. But in reality the most important thing is consistency. If you eat right and get active every day, results will come. It's really as simple as that at the end of the day.
The biggest thing I've learned is that there's a TON of great programs out there... but the MOST important thing is good diet and just getting active doing anything.
I would always spend days (sometimes weeks) trying to find the perfect program that fits my schedule and will give me the results I wanted. But in reality the most important thing is consistency. If you eat right and get active every day, results will come. It's really as simple as that at the end of the day.
Yes, I was guilty of this for years - analysis paralysis.
Ironically, I've found that the more simple the program is the more effective it has been for me. I still catch myself wanting to add all this extra stuff that looks fun and cool but always come back to the basics. I think as long as you are in the beginner and intermediate phase, getting strong is really pretty simple.
If/when I hit my 1500 goal, I do plan on incorporating some strongman style training to mix things up, but that will be after a good solid 4 years of lifting.
Ironically, I've found that the more simple the program is the more effective it has been for me. I still catch myself wanting to add all this extra stuff that looks fun and cool but always come back to the basics. I think as long as you are in the beginner and intermediate phase, getting strong is really pretty simple.
If/when I hit my 1500 goal, I do plan on incorporating some strongman style training to mix things up, but that will be after a good solid 4 years of lifting.
Yep, no doubt.
I think in order to maximize your results/strength, you need to be intentional and carefully follow some of the programs out there.
But in the beginning and, like you said, through your intermediate phase - simple is sometimes best.
Consistency is key. Get 1% better every day.
I think in order to maximize your results/strength, you need to be intentional and carefully follow some of the programs out there.
But in the beginning and, like you said, through your intermediate phase - simple is sometimes best.
Consistency is key. Get 1% better every day.
Let me know if you're still interested in a sled. bam02 just picked his up.CC09LawAg said:
Oh man - what style and how much? I get to SA often.
bigtruckguy3500 said:
Question on deadlifting form. How do y'all position your head/neck throughout the movement?
When I first started lifting, I remember everyone saying to look up as you lift from the bottom, and then straighten so you're looking straight ahead as you come up. However later in life I adopted what I believed to be more correct from other lifters, which was maintaining a neutral neck position throughout the lift to where at the bottom I'm looking a little in front of me, and at the top I'm looking straight ahead, without extending my neck at any point.
Lately I've seen some more advanced lifters, in my opinion, looking up/extending their neck at the bottom of the movement. Just curious what y'all do.
Heard I've been summoned. To answer your question, yes, my eyes are up and forward, chin slightly above 90 degrees, when I start the movement. Head tilts down/forward at the moment of completing lockout. Virtually none of this was done intentionally, just what I see on video after years of deadlifting. Where your hips sit when you start pulling and how well your shoulders are rolled into the starting position are both more important than what's the most comfortable spot for your neck, imo. That said, I have always focused on pushing the Earth away / standing up instead of "pulling." So looking slightly up seems to help with that, imagined or otherwise.
I primarily do sumo because it's less tear on my back and pull about 675 right now, to add context.
I was taught to "pack the neck" by tucking the chin slightly while maintaining a neutral gaze about 4-6 feet ahead on the floor. Move as a single unit from head to hips.
I recently switched to sumo and notice the same thing.Quote:
I primarily do sumo because it's less tear on my back and pull about 675 right now, to add context.
How much do you want for one?
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