Heavy Deadlifts

What a crazy week of heavy lifts. Today I set up the tires in my driveway and then surprised myself.

Light Stretches.

Tire Deadlifts - 235lbs/8 reps, 325lbs/6 reps, 415lbs/1 rep, 505lbs/1 rep, 600lbs/1 rep.

Band Assisted Pull Ups - 6 sets/8 reps.

Here is the video evidence,

Very solid and quite surprising. I'll take it.

Snowdaddy

Heavy Squats

I really didn't want to Squat tonight. As usual I got into it slowly and everything went very well.

Leg Swings and Stretching.

Squats - 2 sets/8 reps/bar, 2 sets/8 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/6 reps, 315lbs/4 reps, 405lbs/3 reps, 405lbs/4 reps.

Not much to say except my Squats are feeling good.

Snowdaddy

Bench Shirt

While helping out a friend with his Bench Shirt this afternoon I decided to jump in and throw on one of mine.

Inzer RageX Bench Press - 405lbs/2 reps, 405lbs/2 reps, 425lbs/1 rep.

I missed the second rep at 425lbs. I was pretty silly but had some fun. No warm ups and I enjoyed a few beers. Just for funsies.

Snowdaddy

Medium Bench Press

A friend of mine came over today to join me for Bench Press.

Light Stretches.

Bench Press - 135lbs/12 reps, 185lbs, 6 sets/6 reps/275lbs.

Standing Dumbbell Press - 40lbs/12 reps, 2 sets/12 reps/50lbs.

My last set of six was for 11 reps, I failed on the 12th. Not too bad. A pretty good day of training.

Snowdaddy

Medium Squats

Medium weight Squats lately have been giving me grief. Today not so much. Still not great but much better that the last several medium weight squat days.

Leg Swings and Stretching.

Squats - 2 sets/8 reps/bar, 135lbs/8 reps, 225lbs/8 reps, 6 sets/6 reps/315lbs.

Actually the last sets was for nine reps. I thought it was ten. Obviously I can't count. In my defense it was 32.5 degC in the garage and it was my last set. I wasn't thinking straight.

Now my belly is full from a delicious supper and I'm enjoying a few beers and spinning a few records.

Snowdaddy

Medium Deadlifts

I goofed. I don't know why I decided to do medium Deadlifts today. Oh well, work was done. I was mentally exhausted after only getting 3 hours sleep last night. Today I pushed myself and I need a good night's sleep tonight or ai will be a mess for work tomorrow morning.

Light Stretches.

Tire Deadlifts - 165lbs/8 reps, 235lbs/8 reps, 5 sets/8,12,8,8,8 reps/325lbs.

At this point I am spent. Completely spent. However, I am a champion and used to digging deep. The following is part 2 of today's training.

Alternate the following,

Skipping - 3 sets/100 reps,
Band Assisted Pull Ups - 3 sets/12 reps.

My heart rate was off the charts after each set. I rested just enough to bring my BPM back to normal. Currently I feel weird. Not hungry but shaking just slightly.

My inspiration today came from my new shirt. Check it out.

Snowdaddy

Light Squats

This morning my son and I went fishing. As the day started to warm up we decided to call it quits. Once home it was time for Squats.

Leg Swings and Stretching.

Squats - 2 sets/12 reps/bar, 3 sets/12 reps/135lbs, 5 sets/12 reps/185lbs.

Ab Sling Knee Ups (+bands) - 4 sets/16,12,16,12 reps.

Total volume for working sets today is 15,960lbs. Core it getting stronger. Feeling stronger.

Snowdaddy

Light Bench Press

Today I had an old friend and fellow Powerlifter come over for a visit and some Bench Press.

Light Stretches and Shoulder Mobility.

Bench Press - 135lbs/12 reps, 185lbs/12 reps, 4 sets/6,8,10,12 reps/265lbs.

I condensed my training today because we were busy chatting. After Bench he headed out. I continued with some OH Presses.

Standing Barbell Press - 3 sets/6,8,10 reps/135lbs.

At this point my wife came home and I was distracted. I concluded my training there.

Snowdaddy

Heavy Squats

Yesterday I did heavy Squats and got a very nice surprise. It shouldn't be a surprise because I'm putting in the work and I'm being consistent.

Leg Swings and Stretching.

Squats - 2 sets/8 reps/bar, 2 sets/8 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/6 reps, 315lbs/4 reps, 405lbs/2 reps.

At this point I loaded the bar for 430lbs but went to the bathroom before attempting. In the bathroom I do my best thinking. I told myself to load the bar to 440lbs. I get back in the garage and load up 440lbs.

Squat - 440lbs/2 reps.

That was so satisfying. But, I wasn't done. Time for core work.

Ab Sling Knee Ups (light band resistance) - 4 sets/12 reps.

A good solids work out. I look forward to more of these.

Snowdaddy

Heavy Deadlifts

Motivation was crap today. I don't know why. I just didn't feel like lifting. That said I still did it.

Light Stretches.

Deadlifts - 2 sets/6 reps/225lbs, 2 sets/1 rep/315lbs, 2 sets/1 rep/405lbs, 3 sets/1,3,1 reps/500lbs.

Band Assisted Pull Ups - 7 sets/6,6,8,8,8,10,10 reps.

The bar moved well and my lower back is feeling stronger. My right hand started to open up on the third rep of the heavy stuff. Hense why I had to put it down. Rehabilitation through annihilation.

Snowdaddy

Medium Squats

Last medium squats really sucked. The time before that was alright. Today I wasn't completely satisfied but it was still much better than before.

Leg Swings and Stretching.

Buffalo Bar Squats - 2 sets/6 reps/bar (35lbs), 2 sets/8 reps/135lbs, 2 sets/6 reps/235lbs, 5 sets/3,4,6,4,6 reps/335lbs.

Ab Sling Knee Ups - 4 sets/20 reps.

Still got lots of work to do. The core work is getting easier.

Snowdaddy

Heavy Bench Press

Difficult getting motivated today. Getting up for work at 0400hrs really knocks the crap outta me in the late afternoon. That said, chug back some pre workout drink and get on with it.

Light Stretches and Shoulder Mobility.

Bench Press - 2 sets/12 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/8 reps, 315lbs/3 reps, 330lbs/1 reps, 345lbs/1 rep, 360lbs/1 rep, 365lbs/miss, 365lbs/1 rep, 370lbs/1 rep.

Not bad. Not great.

Snowdaddy

Light Squats

Damn it's hot today! Thermometer in the garage says 32 degC but the humidity is crazy high considering the rain we got a couple of days ago. Hey, why not Squat outside on the driveway?

Leg Swings and Light Stretches.

Squats - bar/8 reps, 135lbs/12 reps, 4 sets/6,7,8,12 reps/225lbs, 245lbs/12 reps, 275lbs/12 reps.

Ab Sling Knee Ups - 6 sets/12 reps.

Not as much total volume as previous weeks but 275lbs for 12 reps seems pretty good too me. Now time to shower then EAT!!!

Snowdaddy

Fishing and Core

This morning I got an early start with my son to go fishing. No luck today. Not even a nibble. Oh well, the weather was amazing and spending time with my son is always great.

Once home I spent a lot of time relaxing and stretching. The I decided to do some Ab Sling Knee Ups.

Ab Sling Knee Ups - 5 sets/13,14,16,18,20 reps.

Feels good. Now I feel like having a nap.

Snowdaddy

Medium Deadlifts

My lower back is trashed. It's tight and not co-operating with my training. Funny how it starts to feel better the further into the sets I go. Still, it doesn't feel great. Hopefully I can walk tomorrow.

Light Stretches.

Deadlift - 2 sets/8 reps/225lbs, 6 sets/6,6,6,8,8,10 reps/315lbs.

Band Assisted Pull Ups - 6 sets/8 reps.

I had to put on my belt after the second working set. Other than it pinching my belly it made my back feel much better.

Snowdaddy.

Medium Bench Press

Bench is still going up. In the medium range of weight I'm getting stronger.

Light Stretches and Shoulder Mobility.

Bench Press - 2 sets/12 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/12 reps, 6 sets/6,6,7,6,8,5 reps/285lbs.

Standing Dumbbell Press - 35lbs/12 reps, 3 sets/13,14,16 reps/50lbs.

Everything is feeling good. I like the Dumbbells Presses. They really hit support muscles. I know it seems like a no brainer but everything can't be done all at once. Experimenting is an important part of training. What works and what doesn't. What works won't always work. Then try something new.

Snowdaddy

Heavy Squats

Still trying to sort out my core strength and energy levels. Getting older doesn't help. My form is amazing. But my training strength is all over the chart. Consitancy is everything and I'm sure my issues will sort themselves out over time.

Leg Swings and Light Stretches.

Squats - 2 sets/8,12/bar, 2 sets/8 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/6 reps, 315lbs/4 reps, 345lbs/3 reps, 365lbs/2 reps, 385lbs/1 rep, 405lbs/1 rep, 415lbs/1 rep, 2 sets/1 rep/430lbs.

I really pushed myself today. I didn't feel strong. The weight moved well from watching the videos so I continued to go up. I'm pleased with these numbers considering how I felt.

Snowdaddy

Light Deadlifts

No energy. No motivation. Gotta do it anyway.

Light Stretches.

Deadlifts - 2 sets/6,12 reps/135lbs, 4 sets/6,8,10,16 reps/225lbs.

Band Assisted Pull Ups - 6,8,10,12 reps.

Not bad. Not great. Still put in a bit of work.

Snowdaddy

Medium Squats... sort of

Squats didn't go the way I wanted. This morning I woke up sore with cold like symptoms. It was the same thing yesterday but since I wasn't training yesterday it didn't matter. Core work on the other hand felt alright.

Leg Swings and Stretching.

Squats - 2 sets/8 reps/bar, 135lbs/8 reps, 225lbs/6 reps, 2 sets/6 reps/315lbs, 2 sets/2 reps/315lbs.

My abs were sore and I lacked energy. Better to leave it for another day. Time for core work.

Ab Sling Knee Ups - 10 reps, 13 reps/4kg slam ball, 2 sets/16 reps/light bands.

I hope this doesn't hurt tomorrow. Feeling blah but I hope the little work today makes me feel better tomorrow.

Snowdaddy

Light Bench Press

I seem to be on a strength spurt right now. Moving up in weight doesn't seem to be an issue. Bring it on!

Shoulder Mobility and Light Stretches.

Bench Press - 2 sets/12 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/12 reps, 5 sets/6,12,12,12,13 reps/250lbs.

Standing Dumbbell Press - 35lbs/12 reps, 4 sets/12 reps/50lbs.

Much better control with the OH Presses. Everything felt fluid and strong.

Snowdaddy

Light Squats

Let's get on with it!!!

Leg Swings and Stretching.

Squats - Bar/8 reps, 135lbs/8 reps, 235lbs/6 reps, 235lbs/7 reps...

ALRIGHT!!! Enough messing around. I feel good so it's time for business.

235lbs/12 reps, 235lbs/12 reps, 235lbs/14 reps, 235lbslbs/16 reps.

Ab Sling Knee Ups - 6 sets/10 reps.

That felt good. Obviously 235lbs is now too light. Going up in weight next light day.

Snowdaddy