What training are you doing/have you done today? Vol.2
Discussion
joshcowin said:
Burwood said:
Anyone recommend a quality Egg white. Ive been using a lot lately and the 'Two Chicks' supermarket ones are a bit small at 500 ml and a bit expensive £3. Ive seen it at various online sellers but ideally want to be as certain s i can be that it is decent stuff.
I typically scramble it with 1 whole egg to give it some colour/flavour. TIA
I just separate them, buy the xl eggs get a lot of white from one egg. Must be a lot cheaper and takes seconds.I typically scramble it with 1 whole egg to give it some colour/flavour. TIA
Burwood said:
It's at least 8 egg whites. Im not eating 8 whole eggs. Too much fat
Ah. Fair enough. 11am workout today:
Deads: 3 x 6 x 120kg
S/S with kettlebell swings for 30 seconds - 1 minute
Lat pull down: 3 x 10
Curls: 3 x 8
I felt weak as crap and hated every minute of it. I really dont like working out in the morning.
Don't often post in here, have had a nasty injury (for me) couldn't lift my right arm up after a deadlift session....lift my right arm up....., right shoulder hurts and my neck on the left side...up to my ear...go figure?! lol!
I was doing quite a bit....10 @ 60kgs
then 10@100kgs but was pausing at the top and doing shrugs...I think this may have been the culprit...shrugs in front of the body?
Worked up to 3 @ 180 then one at 200 and gave up on 215 (my PB from a while back)
I can do flat bench, I can just about do shoulder press, but incline press is out of the window....so strange?
Anyway...7 reps at 42kgs on the dumbbell press is a new PB for today.... only managed 3 last week in the same build up
20@14 - warm up
10@20 - heavier warm up
8@32
8@38
7@42
10@32
Also upped my dips....think I'll start doing weighted ones now I can hit plenty of reps....just need to find a belt or something
I was doing quite a bit....10 @ 60kgs
then 10@100kgs but was pausing at the top and doing shrugs...I think this may have been the culprit...shrugs in front of the body?
Worked up to 3 @ 180 then one at 200 and gave up on 215 (my PB from a while back)
I can do flat bench, I can just about do shoulder press, but incline press is out of the window....so strange?
Anyway...7 reps at 42kgs on the dumbbell press is a new PB for today.... only managed 3 last week in the same build up
20@14 - warm up
10@20 - heavier warm up
8@32
8@38
7@42
10@32
Also upped my dips....think I'll start doing weighted ones now I can hit plenty of reps....just need to find a belt or something
dirty boy said:
Don't often post in here, have had a nasty injury (for me) couldn't lift my right arm up after a deadlift session....lift my right arm up....., right shoulder hurts and my neck on the left side...up to my ear...go figure?! lol!
I was doing quite a bit....10 @ 60kgs
then 10@100kgs but was pausing at the top and doing shrugs...I think this may have been the culprit...shrugs in front of the body?
Worked up to 3 @ 180 then one at 200 and gave up on 215 (my PB from a while back)
I can do flat bench, I can just about do shoulder press, but incline press is out of the window....so strange?
Anyway...7 reps at 42kgs on the dumbbell press is a new PB for today.... only managed 3 last week in the same build up
20@14 - warm up
10@20 - heavier warm up
8@32
8@38
7@42
10@32
Also upped my dips....think I'll start doing weighted ones now I can hit plenty of reps....just need to find a belt or something
200kg deadlift is great work!I was doing quite a bit....10 @ 60kgs
then 10@100kgs but was pausing at the top and doing shrugs...I think this may have been the culprit...shrugs in front of the body?
Worked up to 3 @ 180 then one at 200 and gave up on 215 (my PB from a while back)
I can do flat bench, I can just about do shoulder press, but incline press is out of the window....so strange?
Anyway...7 reps at 42kgs on the dumbbell press is a new PB for today.... only managed 3 last week in the same build up
20@14 - warm up
10@20 - heavier warm up
8@32
8@38
7@42
10@32
Also upped my dips....think I'll start doing weighted ones now I can hit plenty of reps....just need to find a belt or something
42kg DB overhead press or bench press? Overhead is damn impressive.
Today>
Standing EZ curl: 70kg x 7 > 60kg x10
Hammer curl: 30's RPF > 15s RPF
Calf press, single leg: 105kg RPF
Squat (belt & wraps): 200kg x 10
Romanian Deads: 100kg x 22 (don't like these, feel pointless..... may drop them for GHR)
That was that. Pretty decent. Enjoying using wraps to squat with for a change, feels nice on my knees & quads- get a nice quad pump too.
Squats - www.instagram.com/p/BblneR9jw2c
Standing EZ curl: 70kg x 7 > 60kg x10
Hammer curl: 30's RPF > 15s RPF
Calf press, single leg: 105kg RPF
Squat (belt & wraps): 200kg x 10
Romanian Deads: 100kg x 22 (don't like these, feel pointless..... may drop them for GHR)
That was that. Pretty decent. Enjoying using wraps to squat with for a change, feels nice on my knees & quads- get a nice quad pump too.
Squats - www.instagram.com/p/BblneR9jw2c
ORD said:
dirty boy said:
Don't often post in here, have had a nasty injury (for me) couldn't lift my right arm up after a deadlift session....lift my right arm up....., right shoulder hurts and my neck on the left side...up to my ear...go figure?! lol!
I was doing quite a bit....10 @ 60kgs
then 10@100kgs but was pausing at the top and doing shrugs...I think this may have been the culprit...shrugs in front of the body?
Worked up to 3 @ 180 then one at 200 and gave up on 215 (my PB from a while back)
I can do flat bench, I can just about do shoulder press, but incline press is out of the window....so strange?
Anyway...7 reps at 42kgs on the dumbbell press is a new PB for today.... only managed 3 last week in the same build up
20@14 - warm up
10@20 - heavier warm up
8@32
8@38
7@42
10@32
Also upped my dips....think I'll start doing weighted ones now I can hit plenty of reps....just need to find a belt or something
200kg deadlift is great work!I was doing quite a bit....10 @ 60kgs
then 10@100kgs but was pausing at the top and doing shrugs...I think this may have been the culprit...shrugs in front of the body?
Worked up to 3 @ 180 then one at 200 and gave up on 215 (my PB from a while back)
I can do flat bench, I can just about do shoulder press, but incline press is out of the window....so strange?
Anyway...7 reps at 42kgs on the dumbbell press is a new PB for today.... only managed 3 last week in the same build up
20@14 - warm up
10@20 - heavier warm up
8@32
8@38
7@42
10@32
Also upped my dips....think I'll start doing weighted ones now I can hit plenty of reps....just need to find a belt or something
42kg DB overhead press or bench press? Overhead is damn impressive.
Just flat press. Hardest thing is getting them up to start with to be honest!
Bit of an interesting few days for me.
I'm not recovering, at all.
10 days post Triceps and still sore to use.
Joints ache, muscles ache and not feeling strong at all.
I was advised to research into the blood group diet which has no conclusive evidence but seems to fit me very well with what it says.
Supposedly I don't handle fatty Meats well which is what I've had an increase of last couple weeks and that I should be on similar to a vegetarian diet.
Back when I was on chicken meals and high in oats I performed a lot better, albeit bored of eating it.
Patterns seem to fit with the theory.
Anyone else followed this?
I'm going to try the diet for a few weeks and see how I perform and see if bloods improve (slightly elevated currently).
Spoke to a mate (Sam Parker the Powerlifter if anyone knows of him) and since he went vegetarian as recommended for group A blood type he's now at his strongest and feeling good in himself etc which seems to support the theory in his case.
I'm not recovering, at all.
10 days post Triceps and still sore to use.
Joints ache, muscles ache and not feeling strong at all.
I was advised to research into the blood group diet which has no conclusive evidence but seems to fit me very well with what it says.
Supposedly I don't handle fatty Meats well which is what I've had an increase of last couple weeks and that I should be on similar to a vegetarian diet.
Back when I was on chicken meals and high in oats I performed a lot better, albeit bored of eating it.
Patterns seem to fit with the theory.
Anyone else followed this?
I'm going to try the diet for a few weeks and see how I perform and see if bloods improve (slightly elevated currently).
Spoke to a mate (Sam Parker the Powerlifter if anyone knows of him) and since he went vegetarian as recommended for group A blood type he's now at his strongest and feeling good in himself etc which seems to support the theory in his case.
smiffy180 said:
Bit of an interesting few days for me.
I'm not recovering, at all.
10 days post Triceps and still sore to use.
Joints ache, muscles ache and not feeling strong at all.
I was advised to research into the blood group diet which has no conclusive evidence but seems to fit me very well with what it says.
Supposedly I don't handle fatty Meats well which is what I've had an increase of last couple weeks and that I should be on similar to a vegetarian diet.
Back when I was on chicken meals and high in oats I performed a lot better, albeit bored of eating it.
Patterns seem to fit with the theory.
Anyone else followed this?
I'm going to try the diet for a few weeks and see how I perform and see if bloods improve (slightly elevated currently).
Spoke to a mate (Sam Parker the Powerlifter if anyone knows of him) and since he went vegetarian as recommended for group A blood type he's now at his strongest and feeling good in himself etc which seems to support the theory in his case.
Not looked into it but any extreme diet (as long as you get enough nutrients) usually works well because it makes you focus on what you eat & make healthier choices. The science specific to the diet itself is almost always bI'm not recovering, at all.
10 days post Triceps and still sore to use.
Joints ache, muscles ache and not feeling strong at all.
I was advised to research into the blood group diet which has no conclusive evidence but seems to fit me very well with what it says.
Supposedly I don't handle fatty Meats well which is what I've had an increase of last couple weeks and that I should be on similar to a vegetarian diet.
Back when I was on chicken meals and high in oats I performed a lot better, albeit bored of eating it.
Patterns seem to fit with the theory.
Anyone else followed this?
I'm going to try the diet for a few weeks and see how I perform and see if bloods improve (slightly elevated currently).
Spoke to a mate (Sam Parker the Powerlifter if anyone knows of him) and since he went vegetarian as recommended for group A blood type he's now at his strongest and feeling good in himself etc which seems to support the theory in his case.
ks.Today:
Box Squats - 8x12-1 rep (up to 170kg)
Bench Press - 12x12-1 rep (40-140kg and drop sets back down to 110kg). I tried a double on 140, but failed the second rep - but that knackered me out so couldn't go higher..
BB Clean and Press - 5x5-3 reps (60-80kg)
Pendlay Row - 5x5 (105-125kg)
Wide Grip Pull Up (slow from hang) - 4x10-6 reps
Seated Pulley Row - 4x12 (reverse grip at 70kg)
Box Squats - 8x12-1 rep (up to 170kg)
Bench Press - 12x12-1 rep (40-140kg and drop sets back down to 110kg). I tried a double on 140, but failed the second rep - but that knackered me out so couldn't go higher..
BB Clean and Press - 5x5-3 reps (60-80kg)
Pendlay Row - 5x5 (105-125kg)
Wide Grip Pull Up (slow from hang) - 4x10-6 reps
Seated Pulley Row - 4x12 (reverse grip at 70kg)
smiffy180 said:
Supposedly I don't handle fatty Meats well which is what I've had an increase of last couple weeks and that I should be on similar to a vegetarian diet.
Back when I was on chicken meals and high in oats I performed a lot better, albeit bored of eating it.
Patterns seem to fit with the theory.
Anyone else followed this?
I'm going to try the diet for a few weeks and see how I perform and see if bloods improve (slightly elevated currently).
Spoke to a mate (Sam Parker the Powerlifter if anyone knows of him) and since he went vegetarian as recommended for group A blood type he's now at his strongest and feeling good in himself etc which seems to support the theory in his case.
Everyone can;'t handle fatty meats very well, the difference is in the degree. Back when I was on chicken meals and high in oats I performed a lot better, albeit bored of eating it.
Patterns seem to fit with the theory.
Anyone else followed this?
I'm going to try the diet for a few weeks and see how I perform and see if bloods improve (slightly elevated currently).
Spoke to a mate (Sam Parker the Powerlifter if anyone knows of him) and since he went vegetarian as recommended for group A blood type he's now at his strongest and feeling good in himself etc which seems to support the theory in his case.
Only way you'll know is if you do it, so do it and keep a diary and update us here.
I eat meat, but I'm not a big eat meater and like veggie days. It isn't planned, it's just how it goes.
I know that as time goes on, lowering meat quantity and lowering cals over all will be better for longevity.
I'll be interested in your progress.
Halb said:
Everyone can;'t handle fatty meats very well, the difference is in the degree.
Only way you'll know is if you do it, so do it and keep a diary and update us here.
I eat meat, but I'm not a big eat meater and like veggie days. It isn't planned, it's just how it goes.
I know that as time goes on, lowering meat quantity and lowering cals over all will be better for longevity.
I'll be interested in your progress.
Not massive amounts compared to other strongman friends. Only way you'll know is if you do it, so do it and keep a diary and update us here.
I eat meat, but I'm not a big eat meater and like veggie days. It isn't planned, it's just how it goes.
I know that as time goes on, lowering meat quantity and lowering cals over all will be better for longevity.
I'll be interested in your progress.
Suppose if I do a lifestyle change and add fruit/veg in as I don't get much of it now, can only do good.
I'll give it a go for a few weeks and see how everything plays out, get repeat bloods done before Christmas too if they let me and see what's improved there.
Also got a blood pressure machine and a big enough cuff turning up tomorrow.
The current cuff is 17" and too small but tried it and had a normal reading. When they tested at Dr's they put it round my ankle which when I did it showed 216/something else high so don't think that worked
smiffy180 said:
Not massive amounts compared to other strongman friends.
Suppose if I do a lifestyle change and add fruit/veg in as I don't get much of it now, can only do good.
I'll give it a go for a few weeks and see how everything plays out, get repeat bloods done before Christmas too if they let me and see what's improved there.
Also got a blood pressure machine and a big enough cuff turning up tomorrow.
The current cuff is 17" and too small but tried it and had a normal reading. When they tested at Dr's they put it round my ankle which when I did it showed 216/something else high so don't think that worked
Just cut down on fatty meats, add in more veg, see how it goes. I've never been a fan of completely eliminating things from diet, unless it's a must (intolerance or allergy). Moderation is my approach- anything in moderation. Allows all of life's treats- just requires a modicum of will power.Suppose if I do a lifestyle change and add fruit/veg in as I don't get much of it now, can only do good.
I'll give it a go for a few weeks and see how everything plays out, get repeat bloods done before Christmas too if they let me and see what's improved there.
Also got a blood pressure machine and a big enough cuff turning up tomorrow.
The current cuff is 17" and too small but tried it and had a normal reading. When they tested at Dr's they put it round my ankle which when I did it showed 216/something else high so don't think that worked
didelydoo said:
Just cut down on fatty meats, add in more veg, see how it goes. I've never been a fan of completely eliminating things from diet, unless it's a must (intolerance or allergy). Moderation is my approach- anything in moderation. Allows all of life's treats- just requires a modicum of will power.
Oh there's no plan to cut meat out 100%.I was more curious if anyone had followed a blood type diet.
I'll still have chicken in then like just treat every now and again for other Meats.
Been reading these posts for a while and great to see what everyone is achieving, as well as some useful advice.
Started properly training back end of March after messing about for years, and what a difference. After coming off a 8 week plan, and doing 1RPM session last night I managed to get new personal bests since end of march:
Squat: 120 now at 162.kg
Bench: 87.5 now at 100 kg (annoyed as did 2 attempts at 105 kg and should have tried 102.5 kg instead)
Deadlift: 155kg now at 200kg (conventional not sumo)
Body weight went from around 83kg, now hovering around 77kg.
Been training with a good mate after work who has been working up to a raw powerlifting meet in a couple of weeks time. Amazing what following a programme, training consistently and a good diet can do.
Looking forward to setting some new goals now, and next benchmarks!
Started properly training back end of March after messing about for years, and what a difference. After coming off a 8 week plan, and doing 1RPM session last night I managed to get new personal bests since end of march:
Squat: 120 now at 162.kg
Bench: 87.5 now at 100 kg (annoyed as did 2 attempts at 105 kg and should have tried 102.5 kg instead)
Deadlift: 155kg now at 200kg (conventional not sumo)
Body weight went from around 83kg, now hovering around 77kg.
Been training with a good mate after work who has been working up to a raw powerlifting meet in a couple of weeks time. Amazing what following a programme, training consistently and a good diet can do.
Looking forward to setting some new goals now, and next benchmarks!
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