What training are you doing/have you done today? (Vol.3)
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JKING said:
Squats and deadlifts last night, and deadlfit PB
Squats
220kg single at RPE 7.5/8
145KG X 10 X 3 sets at RPE6
deadlift
280kg single at RPE9
170 X 5 X 3 Sets
https://youtube.com/shorts/GnnV5W0B-Sc?feature=share video of 280kg. It was okay; no peaking/ taper and 5kg PB over last time where also had to use straps and fatigue from squats beforehandSquats
220kg single at RPE 7.5/8
145KG X 10 X 3 sets at RPE6
deadlift
280kg single at RPE9
170 X 5 X 3 Sets
JKING said:
https://youtube.com/shorts/GnnV5W0B-Sc?feature=sha... video of 280kg. It was okay; no peaking/ taper and 5kg PB over last time where also had to use straps and fatigue from squats beforehand
Nice lift! 
Yesterday: Bench press, OHP, pronated & supinated EZ curls, chin ups
Newbie question, if I wanted to get my max lift higher on the bench, should I be practicing lower reps, with a much larger weight?
The total volume I can lift is going up, but the max weight I can lift seems relatively static these last few months. I've not decided if I want to go for bigger lifts, but I'd like to know a bit more.
Newbie question, if I wanted to get my max lift higher on the bench, should I be practicing lower reps, with a much larger weight?
The total volume I can lift is going up, but the max weight I can lift seems relatively static these last few months. I've not decided if I want to go for bigger lifts, but I'd like to know a bit more.
Prof Prolapse said:
Yesterday: Bench press, OHP, pronated & supinated EZ curls, chin ups
Newbie question, if I wanted to get my max lift higher on the bench, should I be practicing lower reps, with a much larger weight?
The total volume I can lift is going up, but the max weight I can lift seems relatively static these last few months. I've not decided if I want to go for bigger lifts, but I'd like to know a bit more.
What sort of rep range and volume are you using for bench?Newbie question, if I wanted to get my max lift higher on the bench, should I be practicing lower reps, with a much larger weight?
The total volume I can lift is going up, but the max weight I can lift seems relatively static these last few months. I've not decided if I want to go for bigger lifts, but I'd like to know a bit more.
Prof Prolapse said:
Newbie question, if I wanted to get my max lift higher on the bench, should I be practicing lower reps, with a much larger weight?
Broadly yes, and there are plenty of programs available on the internet to guide you. High reps improve endurance, not strength. Conveniently low reps heavy weights improves strength and endurance. A nice excuse for short rep/sets training with easy recovery!Animal said:
What sort of rep range and volume are you using for bench?
5-7 reps, 4 sets. popeyewhite said:
Broadly yes, and there are plenty of programs available on the internet to guide you. High reps improve endurance, not strength. Conveniently low reps heavy weights improves strength and endurance. A nice excuse for short rep/sets training with easy recovery!
That sounds like a great solution. I will research!
Prof Prolapse said:
Animal said:
What sort of rep range and volume are you using for bench?
5-7 reps, 4 sets. popeyewhite said:
Broadly yes, and there are plenty of programs available on the internet to guide you. High reps improve endurance, not strength. Conveniently low reps heavy weights improves strength and endurance. A nice excuse for short rep/sets training with easy recovery!
That sounds like a great solution. I will research!Is your technique good? Guys like Dave Tate and Ben Pollack (PhDeadlift) have done really good instructional stuff on YouTube and Instagram on good bench technique. There are probably 3 or 4 tweaks to your form that you could make which would see you benching more.
Animal said:
Unless you're going to be powerlifting and competing I'm not sure you should go much lower than 5 reps per set. As a starter, I'd try a 531 program which would see you making long-term gradual progress almost indefinitely.
Is your technique good? Guys like Dave Tate and Ben Pollack (PhDeadlift) have done really good instructional stuff on YouTube and Instagram on good bench technique. There are probably 3 or 4 tweaks to your form that you could make which would see you benching more.
No powerlifting or anything too serious. I am enjoying the barbell stuff 3xweek but it’s not a lifestyle choice. I just take my lunch in the garage.Is your technique good? Guys like Dave Tate and Ben Pollack (PhDeadlift) have done really good instructional stuff on YouTube and Instagram on good bench technique. There are probably 3 or 4 tweaks to your form that you could make which would see you benching more.
Honestly no idea how good my technique is across all the lifts as I’ve just been watching clips and trying it out. I’ve been waiting for a clean bill of health so I can approach an expert to look at what I’m doing and make suggestions. It sounds like I should wait for that.
Getting back to training after a couple of weeks with a nasty virus.
Trap bar deads: 3 x 6 @ 155kg
Chin ups: 3 x 10
Landmine press: 4 x 7 @ 52.5kg
Front lever training and some press ups.
Not feeling too bad given I pretty much didn’t sleep for 10 days with a cough (2-3 hours sleep per night).
Trap bar deads: 3 x 6 @ 155kg
Chin ups: 3 x 10
Landmine press: 4 x 7 @ 52.5kg
Front lever training and some press ups.
Not feeling too bad given I pretty much didn’t sleep for 10 days with a cough (2-3 hours sleep per night).
Prof Prolapse said:
No powerlifting or anything too serious. I am enjoying the barbell stuff 3xweek but it’s not a lifestyle choice. I just take my lunch in the garage.
Honestly no idea how good my technique is across all the lifts as I’ve just been watching clips and trying it out. I’ve been waiting for a clean bill of health so I can approach an expert to look at what I’m doing and make suggestions. It sounds like I should wait for that.
Honestly, it's hard to find an expert who really knows what they're doing. They guys I've suggested are well-respected and really do know their stuff. Save your money and go on YouTube! Anyone that benches with their feet up isn't worth watching though...Honestly no idea how good my technique is across all the lifts as I’ve just been watching clips and trying it out. I’ve been waiting for a clean bill of health so I can approach an expert to look at what I’m doing and make suggestions. It sounds like I should wait for that.
Prof Prolapse said:
No powerlifting or anything too serious. I am enjoying the barbell stuff 3xweek but it’s not a lifestyle choice. I just take my lunch in the garage.
Honestly no idea how good my technique is across all the lifts as I’ve just been watching clips and trying it out. I’ve been waiting for a clean bill of health so I can approach an expert to look at what I’m doing and make suggestions. It sounds like I should wait for that.
Prof, you're in Scotland, right? If you're near Aberdeen, get in touch with Ben (didelydoo)Honestly no idea how good my technique is across all the lifts as I’ve just been watching clips and trying it out. I’ve been waiting for a clean bill of health so I can approach an expert to look at what I’m doing and make suggestions. It sounds like I should wait for that.
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