Weight Lifting/Body Building/Strong Man/Training thread

[zf>allison]

Back is tight but feels okay-ish...

Bench day
warm up very carefully
Dynamic stretching
bar for 12
135x2x15-12


185x10
225x6
275x3
295x3
317x6x2 Probably could have done the 3x3 but didn't have a spotter today and didn't want to have a failed set. Pretty happy with 12 solid reps at 317.

Tried some back work to see how it felt.
Dumb bell row
90x12 Right side was no problem at all, got to rep 6 on the left and felt the twinge again... Stopped there, good news is, it's for sure a muscle and not a disc (left spinal erector). I wasn't sure at first. Bad news is I probably will have to skip Deads this friday... Meets is close, so not sure how well I will do squatting and Deadlifting?
Did some light seated military press
50x12
60x10
70x3
Wide grip pull ups
3x8

Don't hurt yourself over a meet man. Take it easy and do what u can come back harder next time

 

[Burn Down]

Don't hurt yourself over a meet man. Take it easy and do what u can come back harder next time

No worries, it's forsure a pulled muscle, big relief... At first I wasn't really sure, it didn't feel like a normal pull, but now it does. If anything I will do a layup squat and let the big dog eat on the bench press and another layup deadlift.

I do this for fun and health so I won't be wrecking myself for a meet. I train extremely hard for a old guy and injuries are part of it. Just need to limit them... Last injury was the shoulder 1.5 years ago so I was due I guess.

Appreciate the concern:hug:

 

[zf>allison]

No worries, it's forsure a pulled muscle, big relief... At first I wasn't really sure, it didn't feel like a normal pull, but now it does. If anything I will do a layup squat and let the big dog eat on the bench press and another layup deadlift.

I do this for fun and health so I won't be wrecking myself for a meet. I train extremely hard for a old guy and injuries are part of it. Just need to limit them... Last injury was the shoulder 1.5 years ago so I was due I guess.

Appreciate the concern:hug:

Funny because I don't watch out for myself that good in the gym lol

 

[Burn Down]

Funny because I don't watch out for myself that good in the gym lol

Well Im a little more in tune with myself but I still do stupid sh*t lol.... It doesn't hurt to have a buddy watching your back, even if your on a forum. It's one of the reasons I started this thread, log my workouts, take advice, maybe give a little advice, encourage others & have fun with my fitness journey:thumb:

 

[zf>allison]

This thread is like the rest of the forum it makes me spend money. I love my belt though!

 

[lts1ow]

Skipped deadlift day this week

Kept tearing this open and it sucks to grip with a bloody hand :roflmao: But, hopefully its healed by next weds

 

[clrussell]

Finally made it back to the gym today after walking out Monday. Focused on stretching my lower back good then did some light acc work.

Ran 2 miles then did some core work.. Maybe I can at least maintain my size I've worked so hard for then later if my back ever heals I'll start training harder.


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[WolfLMM]

Skipped deadlift day this week

Kept tearing this open and it sucks to grip with a bloody hand :roflmao: But, hopefully its healed by next weds

Hopefully you don't have aids...:rofl:

 

[lts1ow]

Finally back under the bar, really feels lousy when I can make a lifting day.

Squats
Worked up to a 425x3 and closed out with 365x5

Bench
Worked up to a paused 275x3

Skipped rowing at the risk of my damn ***** ass hand breaking open. Note to self, I hate benching. :roflmao:

 

[Burn Down]

Deadlift/leg day...
Deadlifts beltless
135x20
225x10
315x5
405x0 just pulled it up 4" to see how it felt, good so far. Told myself to be smart and leave it on the floor
315x5

Back feels pretty good, but still going to take it easy for a few more days.

Leg press on the hokie azz tilting press plate POS!
215x10
305x10
405x10
650x2x3
405x10
305x10
F-that thing I'm done:rofl:

More curls for the girls...

Back was tender and sore throughout the day at work but felt really good at the gym. It was hard as F to not go Ham... But I behaved.

 

[Burn Down]

Finally back under the bar, really feels lousy when I can make a lifting day.

Squats
Worked up to a 425x3 and closed out with 365x5

Bench
Worked up to a paused 275x3

Skipped rowing at the risk of my damn ***** ass hand breaking open. Note to self, I hate benching. :roflmao:

I love bench day Broke back squat day not so much:spit:

 

[clrussell]

Burn do you have a dog?

Got this one today with the bark box package. I busted up over it

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[Burn Down]

Ya, I have a couple snow white ankle biters... Looks like a bodybuilding chew toy:thumb:

 

[Hot COCOAL]

Jason, Sorry your having a shitty time right now, that truly sucks. I'm with Matt on find something to burry yourself in, you gotta have an outlet... Exercise, good foods, & lots of rest... I can completely forget about everything for a couple hours at the Gym, it's good therapy for me:thumb:

It sounds like to you, the wheels are falling off in every way. As much as you or anybody probably doesn't want to, you need to see a Therapist. It doesn't mean your crazy at least not anymore than you normally are:hug: They can help you dig out the issues that are bothering you the most and teach how to deal with them constructively instead of letting them wreck you.

As for supps. I like to use Sunflower Lecithin for the Central Nervous System. Omega 3 fatty acids like fish oil, Chia seeds (flax seeds on crack) are good for joint health. I also use Glucosamine for joint health but I'm getting older and need all the help I can get

Shakeology is a very good source of nutrients, I have used it off and on with excellent results (not much of a veggie eater)... If your interested and want to no more about it and how to get it PM me.

Thanks Albert, I will be in touch soon
:hug:

x2 on the therapy.... My girl and I have been seeing a couples therapist for 3 months or so really really helping out. Health is the most important thing to have never be ashamed or feel to manly to get help.

There is so much info out there, but you don't need it to start taking some steps in the right direction. Here is my favorite summary of fitness, it is "world class fitness" by Greg Glassman:

Thanks gents


Therapy can be a good option
I see no weakness in seeking help or admitting and acknowledging when and where a person may have struggles, and to me, taking measures to overcome those struggles is a sign of strength...an action that ONLY demonstrates a persons fortitude and will to succeed...hiding from a challenge and or personal strife/challenge is a significantly weaker action/mindset than taking an issue head on and facilitating change

I did start a therapy class 2wks ago, it does help in many ways, this therapist is alternating my therapy between private and group sessions. Group sessions can be tricky, and revealing at the same time...but its good for me nonetheless

 

[Burn Down]

Thanks Albert, I will be in touch soon
:hug:





Thanks gents


Therapy can be a good option
I see no weakness in seeking help or admitting and acknowledging when and where a person may have struggles, and to me, taking measures to overcome those struggles is a sign of strength...an action that ONLY demonstrates a persons fortitude and will to succeed...hiding from a challenge and or personal strife/challenge is a significantly weaker action/mindset than taking an issue head on and facilitating change

I did start a therapy class 2wks ago, it does help in many ways, this therapist is alternating my therapy between private and group sessions. Group sessions can be tricky, and revealing at the same time...but its good for me nonetheless

Good deal Jason. You have to take care of number 1 dude:thumb:

 

[Burn Down]

Bench PR WHOO HOO!!!!
15xbar
135x10
185x5
225x5
275x3
315x1
320x1
325x1
330x1
335x1
340x1 PR No spotter or lift off, everything above 315 was TNG but I'll take it. Probably could have hit 345-350 maybe with a lift off and 10 pound jumps.
335x1
325x1
315x1
275x3 long paused
225x10 super long paused holy sheet triceps are on fire.

 

[Awenta]

Very nice, congrats!

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[Burn Down]

Very nice, congrats!

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Thank You! At least one lift may go as planned on the 2nd:rofl:

 

[paint94979]

That's something positive to go in with 340 is no joke

 

[clrussell]

Screw it, I'm calling a spine specialist today and getting a 2nd opinion on my back. Not really sure how to explain it, certain seating positions have a constant pain to them. I can't drive the wife's car without a constant painin my left leg.


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