Deadlifts

I don't feel comfortable pulling big weights right now. I'm too fat for my belt. The only way to comfortably wear it is to leave the buckle unlatched. That's exactly what I did. However, the weight was quite manageable.

Stationary Bike - 11 minutes. 

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches. 

Deadlifts - 2 sets/6 reps/225lbs, 315lbs/6 reps, (belt) 405lbs/1 rep, 495lbs/1 rep, 495lbs/1 rep.

Static Stretches. 

The 495lbs moved really well. If I had a smaller waistline or a slightly bigger belt I would have gone heavier. I feel like I'm good for at least 550lbs. Maybe a smidgen more.

Snowdaddy 

Bench Press

I wasn't going to lift today as I'm pretty stiff and sore from squats yesterday. Fortunately, I did.

Stationary Bike - 15 minutes. 

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches.

Bench Press - 135lbs/12 reps, 225lbs/8 reps, 315lbs/2 reps, 335lbs/1 rep, 355lbs/1 rep, 365lbs/miss, 365lbs/1 rep, 225lbs/12 reps

Static Stretches. 

Despite being a touch and go 365lbs is pretty good. I haven't hit that much weight on the bench is quite some time. Feeling good. 

Snowdaddy 

Squats

Training with my eldest kid at the University of Manitoba. Really nice set up they have. Lots of equipment. Plenty of space. Quality bars. It was a pleasant experience training there today. 

Lots of walking and stairs to get to the gym.

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches. 

Squats - 2 sets/10 reps/bar, 2 sets/8 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/6 reps, 315lbs/4 reps, 3 sets/2,2,4 reps/365lbs.

Reverse Hyper - 2 sets/12 reps.

Static Stretches. 

No videos as recording isn't allowed. All reps were very controlled. Nothing ridiculous. Had a good time spending some time with my kid.

Snowdaddy 

Driveway Tire Deadlifts

Ok fine! I said I would rest and I didn't. Actually my back felt pretty good after training yesterday and this morning. I approached training today cautiously and had no issues. 

Stationary Bike - 11 minutes. 

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches. 

Tire Deadlifts - 165lbs/10 reps, 235lbs/8 reps, (belt) 325lbs/6 reps, 415lbs/4 reps, 455lbs/3 reps, 455lbs/3 reps, 455lbs+orange band/3 reps.

Static Stretches.

Everything held together. I measured how much resistance the orange band adds. I conclude the way I'm using it adds about 100lbs. Cool! Now it's time to eat.

Snowdaddy 

Bench Press

Ok, I decided to do some presses. My back feels alright and laying on the bench isn't going to aggravate the situation. It didn't and that's good.

Stationary Bike - 11 minutes.

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches. 

Talk to my sister for 1.5hrs

Bench Press - 2 sets/12 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/8 reps, 315lbs/3 reps, 325lbs/3 reps, 335lbs/3 reps, 3 sets/1 rep/335lbs (solid pause)

Static Stretches. 

I'm glad I trained today.

Snowdaddy 

Time For A Break

I'm done for the rest of this week. My lower back isn't feeling any better. With a history of back problems I recognize when it's a good time to back off. Squats yesterday confirmed that. Furthermore, with me posting about it I'm going to make sure I take some time off. Right now I've slathered my lower back with Tiger Balm and it feels wonderful. Not that it really hurts. I just don't want it to lead to that.

Snowdaddy 

Squats

Today is the last day of "Triple Pig" Squats. However, the twinge in my lower back is offering me concerns. My mind is focused on that when I should be concentrating on squats.

Stationary Bike - 10 minutes. 

Vibration Table - 5 minutes. 

Squats - 2 sets/10 reps/bar, 135lbs/6 reps, 225lbs/6 reps, 315lbs/4 reps, 405lbs/2 reps, 405lbs/2 reps, 405lbs/1 rep (missed second rep).

Static Stretches. 

My head wasn't in the game. I felt I couldn't do three reps eventhough two reps were somewhat easy. The second rep on the third set buried me. I am happy with my form and that I didn't injure myself. Oh well, regroup and come back next time.

Snowdaddy 

Tire Deadlifts

My lower back is still bothering me. Not painful. Just tight. Not injured. Time to train. 

Stationary Bike - 10 minutes. 

Tire Deadlifts - 2 sets/6 reps/235lbs, 325lbs/6 reps, 3 sets/3 reps/435lbs.

Last set was with an Orange Band. It felt AWESOME!!! I'm guessing around 600lbs at lockout as it seemed difficult to finish the last inch of the movement. Feeling strong.

Snowdaddy 

Bench Press

Inspired lately by the IPF 2022 World Masters Powerlifting Championships. 

Stationary Bike - 10 minutes. 

Vibration Table - 5 minutes. 

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches. 

Bench Press - 2 sets/12 reps/bar, 2 sets/10 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/6 reps, 275lbs/6 reps, 3 sets/3 reps/325lbs.

Static Stretches. 

The spot in my lower back is still there. I rub Tiger Balm on it and it feels great. I'll judge tomorrow if I deadlift. However, I probably will anyway. 

(Video is the third set)

On top of training today I also made bread. I feel like I'm getting quite good at it. 

Snowdaddy 

Squats

You'd think at my age I would know better. Tire Deadlifts the other day have left me with a slight tightness in my lower back. Being smarter today the working sets weights were moving alright so I cut it a bit short.

Stationary Bike - 10 minutes. 

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches. 

Squats - 2 sets/10 reps/bar, 2 sets/6 reps/135lbs, (knee sleeves) 205lbs/6 reps, 255lbs/6 reps, (belt) 295lbs/4 reps, 345lbs/4 reps, 2 sets/3 reps/385lbs (supposed to be three sets).

Static Stretches.

Not that difficult eventhough I was worried it would be heavy. It wasn't heavy. The lower back issue arose during 345lbs. Time to take a break and eat. It doesn't feel like an injury. Just my body telling me to stop being silly. 

Snowdaddy 

Tire Deadlifts

 It's Thanksgiving day! Before I my turkey on I have to make some room. Time for some Driveway Tire Deadlifts. 

Leg Swings and Light Stretches. 

Tire Deadlifts - 165lbs/6 reps, 235lbs/6 reps, 325lbs/6 reps, 2 sets/3 reps/415lbs, 505lbs/3 reps.

No belt, no straps. I believe this is a record for me with no belt. Feeling good. Let's EAT!!!

Snowdaddy 

Bench Press

I'm going to refer to the Strength Phase of training as "Triple Pig" in honor of CC130 333. A Hercules aircraft I worked on during my Military career. 3 exercises, 3 sets, 3 reps.

Stationary Bike - 10 minutes. 

Vibration Table - 5 minutes. 

Bench Press - 2 sets/12 reps/bar, 2 sets/12 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/8 reps, 3 sets/3 reps/315lbs.

Light Stretches. 

Nothing difficult. Working on maintaining form with heavier weights. I'm happy with today.

Snowdaddy 

Squats and New Training Phase

I've decided to add a Strength Training Phase to my program. The Hypertrophic Training Phase is as I've been working on.  However, jumping right into heavy singles at the completion of Hypertrophy seems too big a leap. The following is what I'll be doing to bridge the gap. 

Squat/Bench Press/Deadlift each week for 3 weeks. 3 sets/3 reps/same weight as heaviest Hypertrophic sets. Each week will be a slight increase. Squats 365/385/405lbs, Bench Press 305/315/325lbs, Deadlift 405/425/445lbs.

Once this is complete I will do a mock competition doing 3 attempts of all three lifts in one session. Afterwards take a break and continue all over again with the Hypertrophic Training Phase. 

Today was day 1 of what I'm calling the 3's. 

Stationary Bike - 10 minutes. 

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches. 

Squats - 2 sets/8 reps/bar, 2 sets/6 reps/135lbs, 225lbs/6 reps, 275lbs/6 reps, 315lbs/4 reps, 3 sets/3 reps/365lbs.

Static Stretches. 

A solid training day. Putting to practice good habits under heavier weights. 

Training for Halloween.

Snowdaddy 

Tire Deadlifts

A bit too busy yesterday to train. That's ok. I can train today. 

Stationary Bike - 10 minutes. 

Leg Swings and Dynamic Stretches. 

Tire Deadlifts - (normal speed)(OH Grip) 275lbs/6 reps, 295lbs/6 reps, 315lbs/6 reps, 345lbs/6 reps, 365lbs/6 reps.

Static Stretches. 

Eventhough I worked this morning and have already done over 11k steps training went really well. Grip strength is getting much better. 

Snowdaddy