LJ's "Paul Bunyan is my BITCH" log of hyoogeness

[Lumberjack5.0]

Alrightey, I have some goals for the short/medium term. First, I wanna weigh a LOT by spring time (280 minimum) without hitting 'tub of goo' status. Second, I want to lift the following amounts of weight in the manner listed:

-345+ overhead (via BTN push-press)
-545 Oly squat
-550 deadlift
-435'ish bench

Also I want to get stronger on all my other main lifts (dips, pullups, rows, etc.).

Currently running 200mg each of NPP and test prop EOD, along w/ 50 mgs dbol/day. I have 50 days worth of dbol; when it's gone I'll prob up the test a little bit, add tren @ 100mg/day, and drop the NPP to 100 EOD.

I just tested my 1rm's on a few of my lifts. They are:
405 bench
315 BTN push-press
Squat is somewhere b/t 525 and 545
Dead is at 500 even (and has been for two years :()

The training plan for now is:
M
Squat 1x5
Weighted dip 5x5
Pendlay row 5x5
Maybe some accessory work

W
Dead 1x5
Front squat 5x3
BTN P-P 1x5
Weighted chins 3x5

F
Squat 5x5
Incline or flat bench 1x5
Pendlay row 1x5
Maybe some accessory work

I'll run this til I'm buried, then I'll transition to an intensity deload and then peak for new 1rm's. Should be fun :)

[Big Sky Guy]

You just gotta love squatting 3 times a week! :tongue2:

[IliekFude]

KICK THE TIRES N LIGHT THE FIRES AND EAT THE NEAREST HUMAN STANDING NEXT TO YOU!
GOOD LUCK SOLDIER!

[kook]

I'll be following along, Good luck with all the goals LJ!

[Lumberjack5.0]

You just gotta love squatting 3 times a week! :tongue2:

I've been known to quit the front squats -- they're about the only thing Iv'e found that kinda hurt my knees. But for now, yeah 3x/week under the bar :evil:

[Cynical Simian]

...I want to lift the following amounts of weight in the manner listed::lol: For whatever reason, I love the way you phrased that.

Is that (deads first) the order you'll be doing your Wednesday lifts? If so, it seems like your technique/timing on fronts and BTNs might take a pretty big hit having done deads beforehand. :dunno:

[Lumberjack5.0]

:lol: For whatever reason, I love the way you phrased that.
Reason: we're both dry-witted nerds (you moreso, I dare say) :D


Is that (deads first) the order you'll be doing your Wednesday lifts? If so, it seems like your technique/timing on fronts and BTNs might take a pretty big hit having done deads beforehand. :dunno:

Meh. If I feel the need, I'll change it around. BTN's first may serve as a decent CNS primer :dunno:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Loading/Volume Meso
Week 1 -- MONDAY

Oly squat worked to 405x5, 455x1
-I was going for 'moderate' in terms of difficulty. Happy to report that it was closer toi 'easy' :D

Dips warmups.; (x5)x4, (BW+90)x11
-Again, overestimated how hard this would be.

[B]Pendlay rows (245x6)x4
-Hit a wall here; this should have been easiest of all but it felt kinda heavy.

Stretched, left. Mildly amusing gym moment: a rather large dude was squatting next to me, in knee wraps and a belt. He went to ~parallel, but he stepped way out behind the supports (he was in a normal squat rack, not a power rack). I'm talking like 3-4 big steps back, a foot behind where the supports were :p Plus when he got to 405 he sounded like he was giving birth on each rep :D

I'm getting annoyng forearm pumps from typing, which must be the dbol. I'm feeling really good about how this is going thus far and I hope to string 3-4 brutal weeks together before I need to taper off the workload. We shall see...things are gonna get really silly when 100mg of tren/day hit the mix :evil:

[Nick]

Hey LJ... liking that plan a lot, but you need more kick backs and cable work. I will not even go into the lack of swiss ball work.

IN!

[Lumberjack5.0]

you need more kick backs and cable work. I will not even go into the lack of swiss ball work.


I don't want to get too big :D

[BiggT]

I'm in. How many cals a day does Paul Bunyon eat? Do lumberjacks bring tupperware filled with boiled chicken and brown rice into the woods with them when they chop down trees?

[Lumberjack5.0]

BiggT, I'm a huge fan of chicken abortions -- been murdering eggs lately.

I may start taking pics of my food -- it's silly how large my portions have been. I love going out to eat with coworkers on Friday's; it's kind of a joke for them to give me their leftovers, hence my title under my screenname :D

[Blut Wump]

Damn. I gave you K before I'd finished reading the last sentence and seen your title.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Damn. I gave you K before I'd finished reading the last sentence and seen your title.

That's funny -- BW wrote 'are you gonna eat that?' in a rep message :D

[Redvine]

Layout looks familiar...:grouphug:

For me, I don't know if I want to deadlift during loading phase anymore. I'll probably do something that works the same but less taxing and deadlift during intensity phase and see how it goes.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Layout looks familiar...:grouphug:

For me, I don't know if I want to deadlift during loading phase anymore. I'll probably do something that works the same but less taxing and deadlift during intensity phase and see how it goes.

Re: layout: it's hard to beat a classic :) I will have a tough time getting to the gym 4x/week so no upper/lower or push/pull this time. I can't think of a better way to set up 3x/week training.

Re: deads: I think I need to change my form. I will not be using tons of weight for them until I feel that the form is dialed in and second nature. I've been watching lots of vids and it does seem that most PL's pull in the manner that I'm looking to emulate.

[kook]

Re: layout: it's hard to beat a classic :) I will have a tough time getting to the gym 4x/week so no upper/lower or push/pull this time. I can't think of a better way to set up 3x/week training.

Re: deads: I think I need to change my form. I will not be using tons of weight for them until I feel that the form is dialed in and second nature. I've been watching lots of vids and it does seem that most PL's pull in the manner that I'm looking to emulate.

Just from seeing all your numbers, I almost puked when I saw what you can dead,(I only mean that in the best way) and so I am almost sure it's got to be a form thing, so lets see some vids! sort you right out.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Kook -- my DL discrepency is bizarre at best. So I know what you mean :) I'll try to get vids tonight if there's anyone at the gym I'm comfortable with asking.

[IliekFude]

how often do you dead? might be too much or too little. or there may be a weak link yr missin. we'll figure this fucker out.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Loading/Volume Meso
Week 1

Deadsworked to 405x3 (got a vid; will post tomorrow); 405x5; 455x3
-Well, I think I may be on the right track. I just opted to keep my hips high from the start of the pull. The vid will tell the story, so I'll shut up :)

BTN PPwarmups, 225x5; 255x5; 285x5(PR)
-I was not going to go this heavy but I felt good. These phuckers are BRUTAL for reps :tongue2:

Did some leg raises and left. The deads caused a ridiculous back pump and I got to the gym later than normal. So I bailed a little early (no chins today). No worries though -- I'm quite pleased with how things are going still.

[booey]

You're a strong mutha, and I'm very jealous of your eating style!! especially since I've stayed away from pretty much anything appetizing these past few weeks.

[BiggT]

Nice workout. yeah, PP's are brutal for reps.....try doing them before the deads. If I did deads first, I don't think I could handle the impact of the bar on the way down, especially BTN.

[Scarlett]

*taps foot*

I'm waiting for that vid.

..you douche. :yumyum:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Booey -- regarding your rep message, PP's are done standing and involve LOTS of leg drive. It's def. a total body lift. I don't think I could strict OHP much more than 225.

[booey]

I'm an idiot - of course that's what a push press is, LOL! Sorry, brain fart.

Do you clean it up, or rack it?

[Lumberjack5.0]

you douche? :yumyum:

Yeah, but only when I get that 'not so fresh' feeling.

Vid is coming a little later. I just realized that my work comp. doesn't have an SD card reader :eek: so I'll have to use someone else's at lunch :(

Booey -- I do 'em in a rack, and unrack it like I'm squatting.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Here's the deadlift vid. I used my camera's phone -- I'm gonna have to see if I can adjust the resolution 'cause the vid quality is lacking. But it's good enough to show my form. Thoughts/critique/insults/flirtation welcome (and requested):
YouTube - Deadlift 405x3 2/13/2008 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPHp_Dh4wzU)

PS that's my buddy Tom 'contributing' at the end. Phucker weighs 198 and deads 600 :rant:

[Beverly McD.]

Moved like there was 135 on the bar. Really looked good. As for suggestions, the only thing that comes to mind is maybe getting your shoulders a little more behind the bar.
But it moved so easily I hate to even suggest that.

[Lumberjack5.0]

I used my camera's phone

Ermm...reverse that :D

[Lumberjack5.0]

As for suggestions, the only thing that comes to mind is maybe getting your shoulders a little more behind the bar.

I was thinking the same when I watched it. While this form was better than before (I think) there is def some room for improvment. It looks like there's too much wasted movement, and I think some of that has to do with the fact that the bar has to move forward a bit as I pull.

Thanks :)

[Beverly McD.]

I edited my post a little. It seems a little foolish to cirtique a lift that moves so well.

[Lumberjack5.0]

I edited my post a little. It seems a little foolish to cirtique a lift that moves so well.

:D It hasn't moved in two years (been stuck @ 500). I think this will work better. I'm gonna see if an old vid of mine is still up on putfile so we can compare...also, I'll get a vid of a near-max pull as that'd probably be more useful.


EDIT: well, the vid is no longer there. As I mentioned on the youtube commnet, I've always done deads much like an Oly pull, with low hips, kinda like I was trying to 'squat' the weight up.

[IliekFude]

thats pretty much my same style LJ.
i keep the hips mad high (as if i could get them down if i even tried with my wide load ass lol) but you might wana take some time between reps to straighten yr legs and regain that stretch reflex before tuckin back down n rippin.
looks fine bud. fast reps too!

[A L]

I've always done deads much like an Oly pull, with low hips, kinda like I was trying to 'squat' the weight up.

As you should. Don't loose your identity.

[Scarlett]

BEAUTIFUL.

*watches again*

*and again*

*and again*

[Blut Wump]

It seems to me that you should be thrusting with the hips a shade sooner. Your legs are almost fully extended before you seem to kick in your hips. Do you consciously make an effort to activate the hips?

[Lumberjack5.0]

It seems to me that you should be thrusting with the hips a shade sooner. Your legs are almost fully extended before you seem to kick in your hips. Do you consciously make an effort to active the hips?

I see what you mean. That may fix itself with more weight. I should have got a vid of the triple w/ 455. But my guy was way on the other side of the gym so I just went for it.

[dubdubs]

did someone say vid?

ooops, found it. Nice, but we need a crisper clearer one atleast for me and scarlett...

[Lumberjack5.0]

did someone say vid?

ooops, found it. Nice, but we need a crisper clearer one atleast for me and scarlett...

I just checked my phone -- there is a higher-res setting (about 3x higher :D). I'll use it next time.

[kook]

It seems to me that you should be thrusting with the hips a shade sooner. Your legs are almost fully extended before you seem to kick in your hips. Do you consciously make an effort to activate the hips?

I must have watched the vid a million times, BW is right. I like how you start the pull, you look to be in a real nice spot for your body(or pretty close, see below), like Bev said, think about putting the shoulders behind the bar(they won't be completely behind but not as far out). Then when you start, the bar barely moves and then you lock the knees out, and stiffleg the rest of the movement. It should just be a bit more fluid. So to fix that, I say hips a bit lower to start, and shoulders behind, pull 600

that weight looks like a joke to you.

[*Bunny*]

I must have watched the vid a million times, BW is right. I like how you start the pull, you look to be in a real nice spot for your body(or pretty close, see below), like Bev said, think about putting the shoulders behind the bar(they won't be completely behind but not as far out). Then when you start, the bar barely moves and then you lock the knees out, and stiffleg the rest of the movement. It should just be a bit more fluid. So to fix that, I say hips a bit lower to start, and shoulders behind, pull 600

that weight looks like a joke to you.

^^ Hear that LJ!

Im here... finally...sorry for the delay.

Im not really an authority to critique any 'lifts' really but aside from what Bev & BW said, I cannot wait til you pull 500+, b/c you will.

You explained it how I was thinking it, "kinda like I was trying to 'squat' the weight up"...

So Tom missed vid'ing your triple. Shame on Tom doesnt he know we need evidence of this stuff??

[Redvine]

Here's the deadlift vid. I used my camera's phone -- I'm gonna have to see if I can adjust the resolution 'cause the vid quality is lacking. But it's good enough to show my form. Thoughts/critique/insults/flirtation welcome (and requested):
YouTube - Deadlift 405x3 2/13/2008 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPHp_Dh4wzU)

PS that's my buddy Tom 'contributing' at the end. Phucker weighs 198 and deads 600 :rant:

Looks like you're deadlifting in your oly shoes? Maybe try flat bottomed shoes and see if that makes a difference in how it feels.

The weight looked really light, you obviously have no problem off the floor.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Yeah I pull in the Oly's; I've been doing it that way for at least a year now. I couldn't tell much diff b/t them and chucks as far as being able to use more weight. But I really like the stability of the Oly's. And I have to use them to BTN PP (which I do right after the deads). Since I'm switching things up a bit form-wise, I'll prob kick the shoes off for a set or two and see if it feels better...

I think I need to get a vid of something closer to a max effort in order to truly evaluate my form.

[Blut Wump]

Looks like you're deadlifting in your oly shoes? Maybe try flat bottomed shoes and see if that makes a difference in how it feels.

The weight looked really light, you obviously have no problem off the floor.Well spotted. Being tipped forwards isn't going to help a deadlift.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Loading/Volume Meso
Week 2 -- SUNDAY

From now on I'll be training Sat - Mon - Weds b/c of my schedule. I missed yesterday's workout so this week will be Sun - Tues - Thurs...normally the last workout of the week will be squat 5x5, bench 1x5, and row 1x5. But due to the shift I'm just dropping the last workout of the first week and starting week 2 early.

Oly squat warmups, 315x5, 365x3, 405x3, 455x5(PR)
-Very happy about this. I wish I would have gotten a vid as this was a ballsy effort if I do say so myself :wiggle: I was planning to do 455x1 and then do 435x5, but after one rep I realized I should just go for it. There was a hearty scream on rep four, and several deep breaths b/t four and five. But they all got done :)

Dips warmups.; (x5)x5
-Pretty brutal. These are quite draining when the weight gets up there. It doesn't help that I have to lug the damn DB from one end of the gym to the other :p

[B]Pendlay rows (255x5)x4
-Easier than last week. I only went up ten pounds and did one less rep per set, though.

I love squat PRs :D I stretched and foam rolled a lot mroe than usual. My IT bands are getting beat up; the foam rolling was pretty damn uncomfy at first but by the time I stopped my hips felt a lot better.

[A L]

Well spotted. Being tipped forwards isn't going to help a deadlift.

I have never understood this theroy. I do all my pulling in my Oly shoes as all my 'pulls' are assistance lifts to the C&J and Snatch. The deadlift is a birth-child of the Oly lifts based on my research. Maybe I could pull more flat footed? My Deadlift PR is barefoot, but I have my Oly shoes on if I am in the gym.

Actually, I screw in my Oly shoes. It's sexy, but so am I so it is extra sexy.

Congrats on the Squat PR... 455x5 is very impressive. Keep that foam roller in the daily routine bro. It will make all the difference in the world.

I have even used a large PVC pipe as a roller once I was getting used to the foam. To me any opportunity to break up scar tissue and give my body the relief it needs is job #1.... that and taking care of my penis and his needs. You understand.

You still training Overhead Squats? IMO they will help you in your BTN PP quest. The Scapula has to hold that weight up once your legs drive it to the top. Delts are just there for the ride IMO.

[Lumberjack5.0]

You still training Overhead Squats? IMO they will help you in your BTN PP quest. The Scapula has to hold that weight up once your legs drive it to the top. Delts are just there for the ride IMO.

I haven't in a while. I had planned to push them a while back but my elbows were hurting, so I dropped them. Haven't really thought of them since. They would probably fit well on deadlift day though....

I can hold the weight overhead for a while no problem. When igot 315 I held that bitch for a while and just enjoyed the moment :D

[Scarlett]

Nice job on the PR! :hitit:

[dubdubs]

yo yo yo babydoll...
can you explain them pendalay rows? :angel:

[Lumberjack5.0]

yo yo yo babydoll...
can you explain them pendalay rows? :angel:

Sure thing. It's a barbell row in which each rep starts with the bar on the floor -- fully reset b/t reps, that is. You wanna keep your back as close to parallel with the floor as possible. The idea is to start the pull smoothly, and try to accelerate it into your midsection. It's f'ing amazing for the lats, and it's kinda like a 'mini-RDL' for the posterior chain. There's lots more ROM than the typical 'bodybuilder' type row, which is usually glorified bar humping IMO :rolleyes:

Here's a vid:
YouTube - Pendlay Rows 230 x 6 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvWeC2dXRsA)

I'll have to get a vid of my own though; I may not be as deep as I should be...

[FiletMignon16oz]

The rows you describe, starts from the floor because that's a lot of weight to be able to pull in a regular, more limited range motion bent over barbell row, correct? You use the inertia to pull the barbell to your body?

I love bent over rows with dumbbells. I like to use the neutral as an alternative grip for an extra contraction of my lats. If I want to work on the rhomboids, I pull the wight toward the chest, and again, with the BB I get a better squeeze.

Very inspiring log. When can we expect a video starring LJ?

[Lumberjack5.0]

The rows you describe, starts from the floor because that's a lot of weight to be able to pull in a regular, more limited range motion bent over barbell row, correct? You use the inertia to pull the barbell to your body?
Actually, it's prob easier to use more weight if you don't reset it on the floor, IMO. Pendlay's seperate the men from the boys b/c there's so much ROM. Plus you have to have solid balance and post. chain strength to maintain stability while tugging the bar so hard.



Very inspiring log. When can we expect a video starring LJ?

Next time I do something vid worthy :D I really wish I had that damn PR set on vid though :(

[dubdubs]

you got it sweets.
Make sure you ahem get a crispy one.

[A L]

yo yo yo babydoll...
can you explain them pendalay rows? :angel:

Glen Pendlay, the name sake, is a Weightlifter. He came up w/ this lift as an assistance for the Oly lifts. He explained them to me as just another way to generate power off the floor. There should be a little hip in the movement. IMO that vid is a bit stale, and he should be using a little more explosion.

[A L]

Pendlay's seperate the men from the boys b/c there's so much ROM.

As do all our lifts sir.

:hi5:

[IliekFude]

sick squats guy

[*Bunny*]

Pendlay's seperate the men from the boys b/c there's so much ROM. Plus you have to have solid balance and post. chain strength to maintain stability while tugging the bar so hard.

Whoa... Bunnies? hello...

[Lumberjack5.0]

Whoa... Bunnies? hello...

You're not human. So the sexist expression I used does not apply to you, RoboBunzo :D

[*Bunny*]

You're not human. So the sexist expression I used does not apply to you, RoboBunzo :D Carry on... :)

Don't ask about my w/o today... :sleep:

[dubdubs]

oh I see the pendalays now.. looks pretty solid. I'd try em out but not that heavy lol.

hurry up with that vid will ya.. my popcorn is gonna be stale soon, SLOWPOKE :kiss:

[Lumberjack5.0]

hurry up with that vid will ya.. my popcorn is gonna be stale soon, SLOWPOKE :kiss:

I'll get a vid of BTN PP's tomorrow if I see someone I know well enough to ask :tongue2:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Weighed in @ 269 this am :)

[IliekFude]

269? jakt...
on a side note: startin to look like matchmaker.com in here.
LJ n WW sittin in a tree.. k-i-s-s-i-n-g..

[FiletMignon16oz]

Weighed in @ 269 this am :)

:cool: Do you plan more gains in the coming weeks or are you cutting? What's the plan?

[Lumberjack5.0]

What's the plan?

280+ by May. And a corresponding (and hopefully disproportionately large) jump in strength.

[BiggT]

269 is stout, that's just studly

[C. Smith]

Nice on the weigh in. Big timin' it.

[dubdubs]

269? jakt...
.
LJ n WW sittin in a tree.. k-i-s-s-i-n-g..

lol..:lol:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Loading/Volume Meso
Week 2 -- TUESDAY

BTN PP warmups, 225x5, 255x3, 275x3, 295x5(PR), 315x1
-Got a vid of the single. I made 295 my bitch -- it was easier than last week's effort with 285. I only did the single to get a vid from today (I guess I'm a closet exhibitionist :naughty: )

Deads worked to 455x1, then 5 speed pulls w/ 315
-Meh -- not the most productive session. I didn't make the effort to keep my form dialed in, and I didn't get any vids to see if I need to be concerned. Some of the speed pulls felt really smooth; others, not so much.

Chins a few sets of a few reps
-Just knocked some out as an afterthought. It's kind of a lot of work to push two big lifts in the same day.

I should have the vid up in an hour or so -- I'm posting at the gym, waiting for my back pump to deflate. It hurts to drive when the pump is in full effect.

EDIT: LOL -- my comp doesn't have the right card reader for my vid card. Hopefully I can get it done at work tomorrow. The last vid was low-res so I just emailed it to myself and put it on youtube from there...I can't do that with vids shot in the higher res. setting, apparently.

[BiggT]

295x5 on a BTN PP is a stud lift. I'll go out and say you ptobably have 335 in you. You've got the pressing strength, you've got the legs, and you've got the size.

I say screw speed pulls in the ear. With your leg strength, just get your ass and hips low and pop 550 off the floor and make Paul Bunyon your bitch.

[IliekFude]

As an olympic lifter do you guys purposely deadlift with the hips n ass low because thats how you train yr squats and find yr stronger deadlifting from that position or do you feel thats the best position for anyone?
Me personally, the lower i get past a certain point i lose mad strength. I deadlift strongest conventionally from kinda like a andy bolton position, fairly high hips and halfway between a sldl and a squat.
Maybe thats just because my back n hams r stronger than my quads i duno.

[Blut Wump]

When I do speed work, I tend to do just doubles or triples and keep a fixed time between starting each set, say 45s or 60s. The first few sets are easy but, as the energy starts to go, they get harder. I've not sure they do anything for my bench or squat but I still throw a speed day in on pulls every once in a while.

[Nick]

Nice work bro... crazy PP #'s.

[Lumberjack5.0]

YouTube - BTN push-press 315x1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTqGT1rxbLk)

I didn't hold it at lockout like I normally would. Also, I feel compelled to post the pic I took last night after seeing how tubby I looked in that vid. I think I'm going to retire that shirt (I guess someone's a little more concerned with their appearance than they care to admit :tongue2: ):

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb148/indyguinness/2_19_08.jpg

I may not be lean, but I ain't a tub of goo just yet :D

[FiletMignon16oz]

120....125....130....140.....Emergency room
....

This level of commitment is mind-blowing!

[FiletMignon16oz]

YouTube - BTN push-press 315x1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTqGT1rxbLk)

I didn't hold it at lockout like I normally would. Also, I feel compelled to post the pic I took last night after seeing how tubby I looked in that vid. I think I'm going to retire that shirt (I guess someone's a little more concerned with their appearance than they care to admit :tongue2: ):

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb148/indyguinness/2_19_08.jpg

I may not be lean, but I ain't a tub of goo just yet :D

Don't sweat it, just go with black t-shirts. Black has a slimming effect on people :tongue2:

[booey]

YouTube - BTN push-press 315x1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTqGT1rxbLk)

I didn't hold it at lockout like I normally would. Also, I feel compelled to post the pic I took last night after seeing how tubby I looked in that vid. I think I'm going to retire that shirt (I guess someone's a little more concerned with their appearance than they care to admit :tongue2: ):

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb148/indyguinness/2_19_08.jpg

I may not be lean, but I ain't a tub of goo just yet :D

What's up with the guy staring at you from the corner of his eye? lol

Nice lift bro!

[*Bunny*]

315x1
-Got a vid of the single. I made 295 my bitch -- it was easier than last week's effort with 285. I only did the single to get a vid from today (I guess I'm a closet exhibitionist :naughty: ) Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice LJ!!! I wish my PPs were that easy lol. Then again I don't do much BTN PP... I think I'll do those this week.


With your leg strength, just get your ass and hips low and pop 550 off the floor and make Paul Bunyon your bitch. I'd put this in my sig if I were you :)


I didn't hold it at lockout like I normally would. Also, I feel compelled to post the pic I took last night after seeing how tubby I looked in that vid. I think I'm going to retire that shirt (I guess someone's a little more concerned with their appearance than they care to admit :tongue2: ):

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb148/indyguinness/2_19_08.jpg

I may not be lean, but I ain't a tub of goo just yet :D
Something about big grey T's making people look thicker.

You looked fine in that red one. We know you're not tubby.

Nice job.And thanks for the pic, we are visual people here, riiiiiiiight ladies?

[IliekFude]

We can form a support group.
I just buy my favorite band t-shirts.
They all happen to be black, and black is slimming.
You sportin double-x yet?

Btw.. the btn pp. You didnt even really duck under with a split stance or anything. You coulda prolly been good for more. Good shit.

[C. Smith]

Btw.. the btn pp. You didnt even really duck under with a split stance or anything.

'Cause that would be a push jerk.



How come ya'll do them BTN? Just preference?

[Nick]

What's up with the guy staring at you from the corner of his eye? lol

Nice lift bro!

LOL u can catch the funniest things on vids.

Strong lift, great work LJ.

[Lumberjack5.0]

How come ya'll do them BTN? Just preference?

I can do a more weight BTN. And it's a straight shot up, whereas from the front I have to navigate around my bulbous cranium :tongue2: Plus they seem easier on my shoulders and elbows.

Other than that, no reason ;)

[IliekFude]

'Cause that would be a push jerk.



How come ya'll do them BTN? Just preference?
So with a PP you keep the feet together and get a jump start but you cant duck under it or split?

[C. Smith]

So with a PP you keep the feet together and get a jump start but you cant duck under it or split?


Yup. You get the initial leg drive, but no dip after that.

[C. Smith]

I can do a more weight BTN. And it's a straight shot up, whereas from the front I have to navigate around my bulbous cranium :tongue2: Plus they seem easier on my shoulders and elbows.

Other than that, no reason ;)

I kinda figured it was being able to use more weight. I can dig that.

[kook]

Nice vid LJ, looking strong in the pic too.

[BiggT]

Nice, solid lift. And, you're looking properly jacked. You look lean too. You're carrying 265 like it's 250. I think you easily have 280lbs in your near future.

[*Bunny*]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!
:clap::clap::clap::clap:
:hyper::hyper::hyper:

:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug:
:elephant::elephant::elephant:
:banana::banana::banana:
:bear::bear::bear:
:bunny::bunny::peanutbutter:

[Cynical Simian]

Congats on the overhead PR. Really nice body comp progress too; you might dig up one of the old pics you posted on EF for comparison purposes.

[Lumberjack5.0]

You're carrying 265 like it's 250. I think you easily have 280lbs in your near future.

For whatever reason, I don't think anyone's ever guessed my weight accurately. When I went to the chiro last, he weighed me twice b/c he thought the scale was off. I said 'no, 255 sounds right'; he thought more like 220 :D

[A L]

'Cause that would be a push jerk.



How come ya'll do them BTN? Just preference?

IMO BTN's are easier. Easier to lift more, easier to execute, and easier ont he wrists/elbows.

I do both weekly, and my BTN is always stronger than my PP.

[Lumberjack5.0]

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WEEK 2 -- Thursday

Oly squat worked to 405x5x3
-I was debating b/t goiing a little lighter for 5x5 or going heavier with a couple fewer sets. I haven't really pushed squats for workload in a while. My hips were hurting after this, I'm afraid.

Bench worked to 315x5
-Dammit -- shoulders/'bows were a bit tender today or else I'd have gone heavier. I may need to make some adjustments to my pressing volume as I shouldn't already be beat up like this...

Chest-supported row a set of 5 reps each w/ 2, 3 ,4 and 5 plates
-Decided to give my body a bit of a break here; the plan going in was Pendlay rows.

I got back to doing prehab. Prob shouldn't have dropped it, but I did feel a lot better after. Prehabd today was a high-rep set of lateral raises anda couple high-rep sets of pressdowns. Moment of geighness: the pump I got in my shoulders from the laterals looked almost silly, like someone stuck a tire pump in 'em :tongue2:

[C. Smith]

IMO BTN's are easier. Easier to lift more, easier to execute, and easier ont he wrists/elbows.

I do both weekly, and my BTN is always stronger than my PP.

I can't dispute any of that, i only wish i could do BTN so i could try and keep up with you cats ;)

[Nick]

Nice work LJ.. hopefully you can get those aches and pains under control, and keep the forward progress going.

[IliekFude]

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WEEK 2 -- Thursday

Oly squat worked to 405x5x3
-I was debating b/t goiing a little lighter for 5x5 or going heavier with a couple fewer sets. I haven't really pushed squats for workload in a while. My hips were hurting after this, I'm afraid.

Bench worked to 315x5
-Dammit -- shoulders/'bows were a bit tender today or else I'd have gone heavier. I may need to make some adjustments to my pressing volume as I shouldn't already be beat up like this...

Chest-supported row a set of 5 reps each w/ 2, 3 ,4 and 5 plates
-Decided to give my body a bit of a break here; the plan going in was Pendlay rows.

I got back to doing prehab. Prob shouldn't have dropped it, but I did feel a lot better after. Prehabd today was a high-rep set of lateral raises anda couple high-rep sets of pressdowns. Moment of geighness: the pump I got in my shoulders from the laterals looked almost silly, like someone stuck a tire pump in 'em :tongue2:
Look at yr weekly pressing volume. Im talkin tricep movements, push presses, militaries, dips, benches (any incline) and knock some of them out (the redundants first ie: push press and militaries) until you are healed.
im not saying you have a problem, or that you are doing anything redundant, i havent even looked yet, im just sayin take one.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Look at yr weekly pressing volume. Im talkin tricep movements, push presses, militaries, dips, benches (any incline) and knock some of them out (the redundants first ie: push press and militaries) until you are healed.
im not saying you have a problem, or that you are doing anything redundant, i havent even looked yet, im just sayin take one.

I hear ya, bro. I'm thinking that I'm using too many BIG movements -- weighted dips, BTN PP's and bench are heavy hitters, so it's prob not the best idea to push all of them at once.

[BiggT]

I hear ya, bro. I'm thinking that I'm using too many BIG movements -- weighted dips, BTN PP's and bench are heavy hitters, so it's prob not the best idea to push all of them at once.

I find I can push 2 upper body lifts. Either some type of standing press or a jerk and then a lying press. I'd say keep doing push presses because you're making progress on them (and you keep me motivated to train them heavy, lol). Then maybe do flats another day heavier and then do them the 2nd day after PPs for 5x5 at maybe 85% of a 5rm or something.

[FiletMignon16oz]

Tonight is the big night...I'm going to squat LJ style (hardcore oly). Wish me luck tonight, but more importantly tomorrow ...Auch!

[dubdubs]

Tonight is the big night...I'm going to squat LJ style (hardcore oly). Wish me luck tonight, but more importantly tomorrow ...Auch!

good luck girl and when you think you can't get those last few in... Just think of LJ's pic and grrrrrrrrrr GRUNT :heart:

[FiletMignon16oz]

good luck girl and when you think you can't get those last few in... Just think of LJ's pic and grrrrrrrrrr GRUNT :heart:

I don't think that will be necessary, there are a lot volunteers very willing to provide me with "back support" in sqeezing those last assisted reps...:lol:

[Lumberjack5.0]

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Week 3 -- Monday

You may have noticed that I missed a workout (ok ok, you probably did not notice -- just go with it). I was gonna lift on saturday but I slept and slept and slept some more. I would bet I put in 14+ hours of sleep b/t the night's sleep and the naps. I took that as a sign to take a day off :)

BTN PP warmups, 225x3, 275x3, 315x1(made it my personal filthy whore by holding it overhead for ~5 seconds); 305x5...sort of...I think
-OK, the top set should prob count, but there is a slight degree of lingering doubt that the last two weren't fully locked out. I didn't just pop and drop 'em but at the same time I'm not so sure that the lockout was 100% engaged. I may repeat this effort next week just to assuage my uncertainty.

Rack pulls 225x5, 315x3, 405x3, 455x3, 495x4
-We may have a winner here. The bar is still fairly low; at a guess I'd say it's 2/3 the way up my shins at the pin setting I used. I would guess the plates are ~6" off the ground. My guy BiggT likes overload, and this could be just the ticket for that. Thoughts welcome....

Did some abs, stretched, foam'd, left.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Weighed in @ 265 this morning :wallbash: I look bigger, so I must be recomping But I wanna be 280 :(

I've been eating like I'm trying to prove something. It's to the point that my coworkers know to give me leftovers (I just put down some KFC popcorn chicken and fries. Thanks, Emily :D). I am going to have to start bringing a gal of whole milk and a tub of Muscle Milk to work so I can slam shakes on the regular.

[Scarlett]

I've been eating like I'm trying to prove something. It's to the point that my coworkers know to give me leftovers (I just put down some KFC popcorn chicken and fries. Thanks, Emily :D). I am going to have to start bringing a gal of whole milk and a tub of Muscle Milk to work so I can slam shakes on the regular.


LJ at work, after a couple weeks..

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/4355/fatguychairsabotagerm6.gif

[Lumberjack5.0]

That is funny stuff right there. Did you have to add the 'success!' part, or was that a serendipitous find?

[Scarlett]

I'm just good like that.
By which I mean I'm totally 1337 at pwning t3h intarwebz.

[C. Smith]

I am going to have to start bringing a gal of whole milk and a tub of Muscle Milk to work so I can slam shakes on the regular.


I went through a phase where i would bring a gallon of whole milk to work each day, with the goal of finishing it before i left everyday (standard 8 hr. day). I only threw up the first two days.

[BiggT]

Yeah, I'm all about overload and milk. A gallon a day keeps the smallness away. I like the rack pulls. 6" for a few weeks should be good. Then maybe a week or two of clean pulls, then see where you are on a full-range DL. The rack pulls should work for you because with your leg strength, getting the bar to fly off the floor won't ever be a problem.

I once drank a gallon of milk in under an hour (58 minutes and change) and kept it down on a bet. I am proud that I didn't puke, but I had to take a Xanax and curl up in a ball, lol. I can spread a gallon out over a day without problems though.

[*Bunny*]

LJ at work, after a couple weeks..

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/4355/fatguychairsabotagerm6.gif
:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::owned:

[Lumberjack5.0]

I have consumed obscene amounts of milk for as long as I can remember. I am certain I've put down more than a gallon in a day without specifically attempting to do so :)

I'm shocked at the weight loss, I must say. I've been eating like a maniac. I spent $50 on sushi last friday, and batted cleanup when everyone else was done with their rolls :yumyum:

[*Bunny*]

I have consumed obscene amounts of milk for as long as I can remember. I am certain I've put down more than a gallon in a day without specifically attempting to do so :)

I'm shocked at the weight loss, I must say. I've been eating like a maniac. I spent $50 on sushi last friday, and batted cleanup when everyone else was done with their rolls :yumyum:
LJ, what weight loss, what did I miss?

[FiletMignon16oz]

LJ at work, after a couple weeks..

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/4355/fatguychairsabotagerm6.gif



If this is how you are going to look after a couple of weeks...then...

bacon+eggs+butter :rl:

AND

:treadmill:

[Lumberjack5.0]

LJ, what weight loss, what did I miss?

269 a week ago, 265 today :(

[*Bunny*]

269 a week ago, 265 today :( and? it's water.

Dont worry.

You should know better then to judge your progress by the scale, come on nah

[Lumberjack5.0]

You should know better then to judge your progress by the scale, come on nah

I'm not freaking out about it; it's just a step in the wrong direction. That's all :)

[Sarge]

awesome lifting man, you destroying the weight!


Rack pulls 225x5, 315x3, 405x3, 455x3, 495x4
My guy BiggT likes overload, and this could be just the ticket for that. Thoughts welcome....
I think it's more than just a ticket, it's the speed pass automated system.

I know it's going to help me bust 500 off the floor too.

[Nick]

We gotta get this guy to eat..... even Dr. Phil's worried you're not eating enough :(

http://www.sfgate.com/blogs/images/sfgate/culture/2005/10/25/phil%20blog280x280.bmp

[illuminati]

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Week 3 -- Monday

You may have noticed that I missed a workout (ok ok, you probably did not notice -- just go with it). I was gonna lift on saturday but I slept and slept and slept some more. I would bet I put in 14+ hours of sleep b/t the night's sleep and the naps. I took that as a sign to take a day off :)

BTN PP warmups, 225x3, 275x3, 315x1(made it my personal filthy whore by holding it overhead for ~5 seconds); 305x5...sort of...I think
-OK, the top set should prob count, but there is a slight degree of lingering doubt that the last two weren't fully locked out. I didn't just pop and drop 'em but at the same time I'm not so sure that the lockout was 100% engaged. I may repeat this effort next week just to assuage my uncertainty.

Rack pulls 225x5, 315x3, 405x3, 455x3, 495x4
-We may have a winner here. The bar is still fairly low; at a guess I'd say it's 2/3 the way up my shins at the pin setting I used. I would guess the plates are ~6" off the ground. My guy BiggT likes overload, and this could be just the ticket for that. Thoughts welcome....

Did some abs, stretched, foam'd, left.

just checking in to see what I got myself into.

where is your issue with the deadlift? is it on the floor, or is it lockout. train 2" below where you are sticking point. If its on the floor, pull from a platform. if its right at your lockout, then set the pins to 2" below your lockout. I say 2" below because this is where the lift is starting to slow down.

[Lumberjack5.0]

just checking in to see what I got myself into.

where is your issue with the deadlift? is it on the floor, or is it lockout. train 2" below where you are sticking point. If its on the floor, pull from a platform. if its right at your lockout, then set the pins to 2" below your lockout. I say 2" below because this is where the lift is starting to slow down.

Nowadays its in the middle. I'm toying with my form and I think I'm getting things sorted out. We'll see..

[illuminati]

Nowadays its in the middle. I'm toying with my form and I think I'm getting things sorted out. We'll see..


I just saw your video you posted the other day. Looks like you're almost stiff legging a portion of it. (legs are straightening out too quickly).

[Lumberjack5.0]

I just saw your video you posted the other day. Looks like you're almost stiff legging a portion of it. (legs are straightening out too quickly).

Yeah -- and before it was the opposite extreme. My hips were damn near bar level and I tried to squat the weight up. I'm working on it, trying to get my style to meet in the middle :)

[Nelms Fitness]

For the love, man. BTN PP with 315? It's good to see you haven't taken any major breaks. :)

[Lumberjack5.0]

'Sup Nelms. Glad to see ya buddy :)

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WEEK 3 -- Wednesday

A lovely day at the gym.

Oly squat worked to 495x1; then 405x5x5
-Took a vid of the last set, then when my guy handed it back to me, it accidentally hit the wrong button and erased it. It was weird -- the sets had gotten progressivley tougher, but when I knew that I would be sharing the last one with my homies, I stepped it up and pumped out 5 reps like it was a warmup :)

Bench pyramidded to 355x5
-May be a 5rm; not sure. Coulda got 365+, no doubt about it :)

Chins BWx8x3
-I'm finding that when I push two lifts in the same day, the third is accessory work by default. I was doing Pendlays here, but it's just too much.

Stretched, left. A couple dopey things happened that I will report on if work is slow tomorrow :D

[Redvine]

No need to vid your 405 x 5 squat - we know you can do it :D

BTW 8 x 3 chins at your bodyweight is no joke.

[Blut Wump]

No need to vid your 405 x 5 squat - we know you can do it :D

BTW 8 x 3 chins at your bodyweight is no joke.and he was obviously holding back on the 495 :D

Nice work, G5.

[FiletMignon16oz]

'Sup Nelms. Glad to see ya buddy :)

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WEEK 3 -- Wednesday

A lovely day at the gym.

Oly squat worked to 495x1; then 405x5x5
-Took a vid of the last set, then when my guy handed it back to me, it accidentally hit the wrong button and erased it. It was weird -- the sets had gotten progressivley tougher, but when I knew that I would be sharing the last one with my homies, I stepped it up and pumped out 5 reps like it was a warmup :)

Bench pyramidded to 355x5
-May be a 5rm; not sure. Coulda got 365+, no doubt about it :)

Chins BWx8x3
-I'm finding that when I push two lifts in the same day, the third is accessory work by default. I was doing Pendlays here, but it's just too much.

Stretched, left. A couple dopey things happened that I will report on if work is slow tomorrow :D

was there an extra "x5" above??? So you are telling me you did 405x5x5 and you "happen" to erase it!!! You don't deserve lunch today :feed:
BTW, I just had a bowl of chili and then cuban pork roast with onion! Yummy :tongue2:

[Lumberjack5.0]

was there an extra "x5" above??? So you are telling me you did 405x5x5 and you "happen" to erase it!!! You don't deserve lunch today :feed:
BTW, I just had a bowl of chili and then cuban pork roast with onion! Yummy :tongue2:

I only took a vid of the last set, not all 5. And yes I feel dumb for hitting the wrong button. I will be eating lunch guilt free, thank you very much :D

[*Bunny*]

A couple dopey things happened that I will report on if work is slow tomorrow :D

Hmm dopey like this??




http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b134/xxmandivxx/af/1899036e2b8525eb5e4da986fa9e68b6.gif

[Lumberjack5.0]

Hmm dopey like this??




http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b134/xxmandivxx/af/1899036e2b8525eb5e4da986fa9e68b6.gif

What on earth were you googling to come up with that pic??? yikes.

Dopey moment one was a dude teaching his buddy to squat in the rack next to me, giving him all sorts of authoritative advice. It was pretty bad stuff. He's telling him about going only to parallel, then watching him as he goes nowhere near parallel. Meanwhile I;m next to him leaving ass prints on the ground w/ 405 on my back :) Then they leave and the exact smae thing happens with two different people. The so-called 'expert' in this one worked up to a mighty 155 and had his pupil squat with his heels nearly touching together. You kinda had to be there to get the full experience :dunno:

Also, toward the end of the workout I'm standing in the rack b/t sets of chins (there's a few chin handles of various widths at the top of the rack). My bag is on the ground right in fornt of me, my tupperware container of chalk is open next to my bag. This dude comes up, taps me on the shoulder (I had my headphones on). I ask him what's up. He then asks if I'm using the rack. :confused: WTF are people thinking sometimes???

[*Bunny*]

What on earth were you googling to come up with that pic??? yikes. Myspace comments have the funniest little pics lol. :) THIS ONE (http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b134/xxmandivxx/af/15627f0d0877ff579cd8656dfac6b722.gif) reminder me of you, why I dont know! HA.



.. You kinda had to be there to get the full experience :dunno: Oh I can imagine it.

Also, I'm standing in the rack,...He then asks if I'm using the rack. :confused: WTF are people thinking sometimes??? lol... he wanted to do his CURLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLSSSS.

[BiggT]

Guys do that to me all the time, I'll be squatting, they see me squatting, in fact I just racked the bar after a set of squats and put another plate on indicating I am gonna do at least another set, and they'll say "Excuse me, I was wondering if you were using the incline bench over there". I don't mind or anything as there's lots worse people can say to you, lol, and I am never an ass to people, but I am kind of like WTF because it happens constantly.

[Lumberjack5.0]

I don't mind or anything as there's lots worse people can say to you, lol, and I am never an ass to people, but I am kind of like WTF because it happens constantly.

Yeah I was not rude to the guy, but I'm thinking "of fucking course I'm using the rack -- half my shit is strewn about on the floor in front of me, I'm staring at the gtound with headphones up so loud I know you can hear them, and I stink like ass." But I just said "yes" 'cause I'm not rude either :)

[Nick]

Nice work bro... sorry about losing the vid but I do know exactly what you mean... when u hit that record button, u just HAVE to complete the lift!

Ummm... excuse me.. are you using that hip adductor machine right there?

[Blut Wump]

I get the impression you'll soon be having guys at the restaurant ask whether you're using their plate.

[Lumberjack5.0]

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Week 4 -- Saturday

Oly squat warmups, 315x3; 365, 405, 455, 495 for singles; 475x5(PR)
- YouTube - Olympic Squat -- 475x5 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YP3RtMEhXo0) Coulda been deeper. I could feel that I wasn't down as much as usual. Oh, well; I didn't lose any sleep over it :D

Pendlay row pyramidded to 275x5

Dips warmups, (BW+90)x8, x6
-shoulders didn't seem too thrilled about life at this point, so I took it easy on the dips toady. Def coulda done more weight or reps otherwise.

Prehab'd, stretched, left.

[*Bunny*]

Pre post workout secret ? ;)


Nice skwatting :)

[FiletMignon16oz]

Solid!! Last one was a tough one, but you somehow squeezed it :clap:

[Scarlett]

YES!! VIDEO! AWESOME.

:hyper:

:bowdown:

:eek3: :eek3:

:ky: :ky: :ky: :ky:

[Nelms Fitness]

Crap, I'm jealous. :)

[Lumberjack5.0]

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Week 4 -- MONDAY

'nother good day :)

BTN PP warmups, 225x5, 275x3, 315x1, 335x1(PR); 315x5(Mega-PR)
-OH HELL YEAH! Pretty much thrilled about this. Coulda done more on the single as well. My neurotic tendencies force me to report that reps 2 and 5 w/ 315 weren't the purtiest things ever, but they def. count. Meathead moment: I was pretty happy about getting this set so instead of re-racking it like normal, I tried to shrug the bar over my head on to the hooks. Only one hook caught the bar. It was loud :rofl:

Deads worked to 405x1, aborted
-My hips and low back are shot from saturday. No shame here; better to rest and come back another day.

I foam rolled for a while. That shit is pretty incredible -- it provides instant relief :)

[Redvine]

Nice PR G5.0 - your pressing is unbelieveable.


I foam rolled for a while. That shit is pretty incredibel -- it provides instant relief :)

Yeah I've been using a trigger point type thing and a little ball for the piriformis. One of those 'hurts so good' type 'a things. Rolling the IT band: :tear:

[Iron Island]

That is a crazy BTN press!!!

[Blut Wump]

'nother good day :)
Amen. Congrats

[FiletMignon16oz]

335x1(PR)

Off the chain! Bravo

[Cynical Simian]

That 5-rep BTN press PR is sick. Congrats.

[A L]

Sick BTN's bro - massive.

[C. Smith]

BTN PP warmups, 225x5, 275x3, 315x1, 335x1(PR); 315x5(Mega-PR)
-OH HELL YEAH!

Awesome.

:greengrin:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Thanks for the kind words, all. I have to give a shout-out to bunny for coming up HUGE for me -- I asked her if she had a particular song on MP3 (tried to d/l it legally and it wouldn't play on my player due to DRM issues...). She didn't have it but she got it from someone else and sent it to me. It's Limp Bizkit's 9 teen 90 nine and it really got me fired up for the new 5rm. Thanks a mil Bunzo :D

I believe that 365 is gonna be locked out overhead in the near future. I haven't even added the tren to this cycle yet.

Also, I'm clearly recomping. The scale's not changing much (been 266-267 the last few times I've checked) but my stomach is shrinking and my legs/arms/lats/shoulders/traps all look bigger. This cycle is going very, very well.

[IliekFude]

LJ, go for 280. Add some dirt to the diet..
Word.

[Lumberjack5.0]

LJ, go for 280. Add some dirt to the diet..
Word.

Perhaps you didn't see this thread:
http://www.afboard.com/forum/off-topic/987-i-just-ate-ridiculous-amount-food-pic-inside.html

That and monster burritos are my lunch pretty much every day. I take in 6 whole eggs covered in cheese and cooked in butter every morning (I add 3-4 strips of bacon when I get up a few minutes early). I eat a huge dinner and usally have a shake with 1/2c peanut butter during the day. Plus there's cake/cookies/ etc at work for birthdays with high frequency, and I alwasy indulge :).

I am full all the time. If I add more food I'm gonna puke. The desire to gain weight is all about getting stronger. Since I'm getting stronger, the urge to drive the scale number up is lessening :D

[IliekFude]

I hear ya. Ya i saw that pic. Made me hungry as hell, especially the sub.
If i could get stronger without burning out staying at a certain weight id def go for it too i spose. I can be a lil impatient sometimes too tho. Either way tho, you sounded fired up to think of yrself at 280 so if ya feel the need then fuck it keep goin. Once you hit 280 tho, all yr gona think about is 300+. Trust me ;).

[MR.cashcream]

Your are the Lord of the BTN Press my man...your numbers are just incredible. May the Lord bless me to one day have such a press as you my man :bowdown:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Once you hit 280 tho, all yr gona think about is 300+. Trust me ;).

Werd.

[*Bunny*]

Thanks for the kind words, all. I have to give a shout-out to bunny for coming up HUGE for me -Thanks a mil Bunzo :D

My work is done here.

;)

Nice PR!


Deadlift PR... order up...

[Lumberjack5.0]

I feel compelled to tell ya'll what I ate for lunch: a steak and pepper burrito w/ extra meat (and avocado added to it) and a chorizo taco. The 'pepper' in steak and pepper is a chili relleno, which is a cheese-filled Poblano pepper.

I have to believe I took down well over 2000 cals in this one :D Feeling woozy still.

[BiggT]

That's a proper lunch. Are you in MI or IL now? I can't find any Portillo's in Lansing, I did discover Chipotle, we don't have them in Northeast, PA. I ate 5 roast beef sandwiches from Arby's the other day with curly fries.

I love taking massive amounts of fat-laden calories and feeling bloated and jacked afterwards, lol.


I feel compelled to tell ya'll what I ate for lunch: a steak and pepper burrito w/ extra meat (and avocado added to it) and a chorizo taco. The 'pepper' in steak and pepper is a chili relleno, which is a cheese-filled Poblano pepper.

I have to believe I took down well over 2000 cals in this one :D Feeling woozy still.

[Lumberjack5.0]

I'm in the Chicago 'burbs. Portillo's is a Chicago thing, though they did open one in Cali for some reason :dunno: They don't franchise them; otherwise I would be rich, opening them all across the country :)

Check out this thread:
http://www.afboard.com/forum/diet-nutrition/1152-20-worst-foods-america.html
I've eaten a few items on the list, including the number one :) I was pretty shocked about the fish tacos from On The Border.

[*Bunny*]

I feel compelled to tell ya'll what I ate for lunch: a steak and pepper burrito w/ extra meat (and avocado added to it) and a chorizo taco. The 'pepper' in steak and pepper is a chili relleno, which is a cheese-filled Poblano pepper.

I have to believe I took down well over 2000 cals in this one :D Feeling woozy still.

NICE. I can easily get up there at Mongolian BBQ, and do, often :) :D

and that is not really junk food either. :)

Have you ever been there?

[Lumberjack5.0]

I have not been to Mongolian Barbeque. I hear mixed reveiws, but I think those who don't like it probably don't know much about food. IIRC, you concoct your own dinner from a choice of ingredients, yes?

[*Bunny*]

I have not been to Mongolian Barbeque. I hear mixed reveiws, but I think those who don't like it probably don't know much about food. IIRC, you concoct your own dinner from a choice of ingredients, yes?WHAT?! blasphemy!!!

You get one bowl, you CAN get unlimited, pile it as high as you want. I have perfected the piling. :)

create a bowl here just to see what they have.

bd's mongolian barbeque (http://www.gomongo.com/experience/create-a-bowl.php)

The only thing with the web site is it wont let me add more meat so it's not accurate but it will give you an idea, I get a warning "That's a lot of meat!As a general rule, try to limit the meat and seafood in your bowl to about 9 ounces or less(about 3 full tongs)."

I figured it out with the added meat to be about 1564 cals, usually only after a HUGE workout. :D

You then ask for rice (brown or white) and tortillas (flour though). I get both and prolly 2 refills of both (eating with someone else of course), sit at the bar and watch whatever game is on :)

woot woot

SO GOOD. You must try it out.

[Lumberjack5.0]

SO GOOD. You must try it out.

I just made one. Looks good :) I'll have to hit them up -- not too many places last as long as they have in downtown Naperville.

In other news...I took last night off. I was sleepy all day despite decent sleep the night before, and my appetite was down a little. I'm going to go in and squat some (prob 3x5 instead of 5x5, w/ 20 pounds more than last week's 5x5 effort) and I def. want to hit a new bench 5rm before deloading since I felt really strong on it last week. But I think it's time for a deload and then.....HEAVY TRIPLES/SINGLES :coolred::coolred::coolred:

[dubdubs]

LJ ............................








Hello :woot:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Hello :woot:

'Sup, Double-Dubya :D

Hey Bunz, another place that's great is Sal & Carvao (I think I spelled that right...). It's one of those Brazilian steak places wehre there's a 'salad bar' that has all kinds of gourmet stuff like cheeses, smoked salmon, veggies, etc. and the waiters are dressed like vaqueros. They walk around with meat on skewers and youeat as much as you want. There's like a dozen different things (sausage, flank steak, filet, chicken wings, etc.). Def worth it for one with a healthy appetite :D

There are several other restaurants that are basically the same thing, but S&C is the one I've been to.

[Sarge]

I always get hungry in here :dinner:

AWESOME lifting!

[MR.cashcream]

I must have watched your BTN press vid several times last night LJ. It's so damn impressive, you have given me the drive and motivation to focus on bringing up my own BTN press, so I thank you for lighting a fire under my ass!!! :biggthumpup:

[Lumberjack5.0]

:D Glad to hear it. It's without question my favorite lift. I'll get a vid for sure next time I attempt a PR single.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Loading/Volume Meso
Week 4 -- Saturday

Bench warmups, then worked to 405x1; 375x5(PR), 225x22
-Man did I feel strong on bench today :) As you may recall, last time I did 405 the guy spottng me put his fingers on the bar; this time it was 100% untouched and I really think I could have done more weight, or maybe even a double. The set w/ 375 is a 20 pound PR, I believe (not 100% certain I've never done 365x5...).

Oly squat warmups, singles w/ 365, 405, 455 and 495; 425x5x2
-Woulda done more but I was feeling beat up in the knees/hips, which is very strange. Also, I got into a ten minute discussion with a guy who came up and complimented my squats :D Very nice guy -- said I inspired him to go lighter and squat deep. At one point in our convo he said 'you look natural' (meaning no gear). I wasn't sure whether I should take that as a compliment or not :rofl:

Chins BWx10

Pullups BWx10(PR)
-Very happy about this.

Stretched, left, gorged myself (http://www.afboard.com/forum/anabolic-discussion/1321-bet-you-cant-beat.html)

[IliekFude]

my elbows r healthy and im feelin motivated bro. better keep that fire lit under yr bench cuz im commin!
wana have a friendly competition to keep us motivated? maybe a raw total race? squat dead bench total? first to 1600 or some shit? loser gets the winner a 25$ cert to the AF store? ill even let ya squat to just below parallel since thats all ill be doin. ;)
(ya you just caught a gauntlet upside ya head)


Loading/Volume Meso
Week 4 -- Saturday

Bench warmups, then worked to 405x1; 375x5(PR), 225x22
-Man did I feel strong on bench today :) As you may recall, last time I did 405 the guy spottng me put his fingers on the bar; this time it was 100% untouched and I really think I could have done more weight, or maybe even a double. The set w/ 375 is a 20 pound PR, I believe (not 100% certain I've never done 365x5...).

Oly squat warmups, singles w/ 365, 405, 455 and 495; 425x5x2
-Woulda done more but I was feeling beat up in the knees/hips, which is very strange. Also, I got into a ten minute discussion with a guy who came up and complimented my squats :D Very nice guy -- said I inspired him to go lighter and squat deep. At one point in our convo he said 'you look natural' (meaning no gear). I wasn't sure whether I should take that as a compliment or not :rofl:

Chins BWx10

Pullups BWx10(PR)
-Very happy about this.

Stretched, left, gorged myself (http://www.afboard.com/forum/anabolic-discussion/1321-bet-you-cant-beat.html)

[Blut Wump]

Nice work, 5.0. It looks as though you're only just picking up steam.

[Sarge]

maybe it's because you were curling in the squat rack? :dunno:

Helluva saturday workload :greengrin:

[Lumberjack5.0]

my elbows r healthy and im feelin motivated bro. better keep that fire lit under yr bench cuz im commin!
wana have a friendly competition to keep us motivated? maybe a raw total race? squat dead bench total? first to 1600 or some shit? loser gets the winner a 25$ cert to the AF store? ill even let ya squat to just below parallel since thats all ill be doin. ;)
(ya you just caught a gauntlet upside ya head)

That sounds fun. Where's your total these days? I'm prob at 1465 if I'm projecting my 1rm's right for when I test them in a few weeks...

[IliekFude]

375 bench
605 for dl
475 off a low box squat like 7 months ago (elbows, stopped squattin)
that makes uhh.... 1455

[Lumberjack5.0]

Geez -- my dead is so far off...
I'm guessing that my 1rm's are:
Bench 415
Squat 535
Dead 515

[IliekFude]

Sounds like a pretty dead heat, wuchu think mang? We could shorten it to "first to break 1550" instead cuz 1600 might take a while for us lol..
Video of lifts would be required.

[Lumberjack5.0]

It's on, fude. But I am warning you right now -- I'll be starting tren ver soon; it's 'bout to get stoooopid in this piece on 75 mgs/day :D

[C. Smith]

Bench warmups, then worked to 405x1; 375x5(PR), 225x22
-Man did I feel strong on bench today :) As you may recall, last time I did 405 the guy spottng me put his fingers on the bar; this time it was 100% untouched and I really think I could have done more weight, or maybe even a double. The set w/ 375 is a 20 pound PR, I believe (not 100% certain I've never done 365x5...).



JYES!!!

[IliekFude]

It's on, fude. But I am warning you right now -- I'll be starting tren ver soon; it's 'bout to get stoooopid in this piece on 75 mgs/day :D
fuck it, lez do it.

[Lumberjack5.0]

*sigh* I got food poisoning on Monday and it's still here today. Gonna go to the doc. I just hopped on the scale and I'm down to 260 AFTER chugging two 20 oz gatorades. Since noon on monday I've eaten exactly 6 crackers w/ cheese, two glasses of milk, a protein shake and about 4 20 oz gatorades :(

[IliekFude]

Heal up guy, whenever yr healthy we'll see where we r and start this lil wager over. I dont wana beat up on a walking corpse :p. Whether yr startin tren or not, im startin a healthy up-trend and it sounds like yr in the dumps. Cant have that.
Feel better brotha.

[BiggT]

I'll bet you anything it was the sushi. It's happened to me before and it is horrible. If you get a good dose of it, it'll be a solid week before you feel normal. Plus, you'll see the same thing I do . . . the people you ate with won't be nearly as sick as you because you ate 4 times as much as they did, or they aren't sick at all because all they ate were those gay cucumber rolls.

Anyway, it sucks because you had been on fire, but you'll pick it back up again, you'll just need to be patient for about two weeks and you'll be back where you need to be.

Fuck sushi, as much as I like it, I started avoiding it anymore because I've been sick from it at least 3-4 times.

[C. Smith]

Ugh...feel better bro. That weight will come right back and a week rest never hurt anyone.

[IliekFude]

that may explain why ive been shitting my brains out since the last day of my cruise.. better now but i bet it was either the local burgers on half moon cay isle or the sushi on the ship. sonofabitch.

but ya i bet it was all water weight man. it'll come back fast as fuck.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Well, I don't think it was the sushi -- I had that on saturday and wasn't sick til monday evening....isn't that too far removed??? Opinions welcome.

I'm thinking it was McD's I had that Monday because I felt fine up to that point. Then about 5 hours after eating it I felt funny, and then got the chills really bad (couldn't get warm despite sweatshirt, sheets, comforter, etc) and finally Montezuma's revenge for 2 days :tongue2:

I just hope the doc has something that will knock it out. I'm supposed to be in court now for a speeding ticket, but I can't go like this. I'd be getting up every 10 mins to go to the bathroom.

[BiggT]

It could be a little far removed, but sometimes that's how it works. I'm just always quick to suspect sushi. It could very well be McDonald's. My guess is it isn't the food at McD's, but one of the employees probably scratched their balls or something and didn't wash their hands, lol. Whatever it is, get well soon.

[C. Smith]

My guess is it isn't the food at McD's, but one of the employees probably scratched their balls or something and didn't wash their hands, lol. .

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

[Lumberjack5.0]

That's a comforting thought, T. You're a big help :rolleyes:

:D

[IliekFude]

what a guy. as if ya didnt have a tough enough time keepin whatever food ya managed to eat down already lol..

[Lumberjack5.0]

Update: went to the doc. He's pretty convinced it's a virus. Said there's virtually zero chance it was ths sushi b/c it wouldn't have taken two days to hit me. He said it would have been what I had for lunch the afternoon of my symptoms. I managed to eat something (a footlong sub while I waited for my scrip at Walmart) and I feel better. Appetite is still not there but thankfully I seem to be handling the food OK :)

[A L]

I managed to eat something (a footlong sub while I waited for my scrip at Walmart) and I feel better. Appetite is still not there but thankfully I seem to be handling the food OK :)

You my friend are a true meathead. I love it.

No appetite so I just had a footlong. Reminds me of BiggT's advice to me during my last bulker. I asked him how I could eat 2 Footlongs in one sitting and he explained that I had to eat so fast that my stomach didn;t have time to tell my brain to shut it off. It works.

[Lumberjack5.0]

:D ~600 cals is just a snack, even when recovering from food poisoning :rofl:

[Sarge]

heal up soon man.

It's good you can still eat, that's what happened to me a few weeks ago (sick) and i didn't drop but a couple pounds while I kept eating and drank only calorie liquids (gatorade, juices...)

I asked him how I could eat 2 Footlongs in one sitting and he explained that I had to eat so fast that my stomach didn;t have time to tell my brain to shut it off. It works.

That's how it's done! :dinner:

[FiletMignon16oz]

LJ,

Were you able to keep the sub in your stomach through the afternoon?

Eat hard food...Toast with feta cheese works like nothing else
:) Drinking milk ain't gonna help, it will make it worse!

(Looking kinda skinny I bet )

[BiggT]

When I'm sick, wanton soup and white rice goes down easy. Also, my little secret to keeping bodyweight on is creamed chipped beef over toast, you might know it as shit on a shingle. Stouffer's makes a great one. Loaded with protein and fat and cals, and super easy on the stomach. Despite it's appearance, it is easy to get down and keep down.

[Scarlett]

My brother and I got the SAME EXACT THING. (http://www.afboard.com/forum/22271-post94.html) :(
Except I was lost in a deep hole of caloric deficit.. nearly no food for about four days.

..you're a freak. :heart:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Update: I ate a 'normal' dinner last night (I made some concessions based on what the doc said -- I kept if fairly low in fat and devoid of dairy).

TMI warning: sorry but it's relevant -- had a 'normal' movement this a.m., the first since monday. You don't realize how important something like that is til you don't have it :tongue2:

[Sarge]

good to read you're on the up swing man.

Pedilite is good stuff to help stay hydrated too

[Nick]

Dayum bro... feel better and hang in there. :green:

[IliekFude]

Update: I ate a 'normal' dinner last night (I made some concessions based on what the doc said -- I kept if fairly low in fat and devoid of dairy).

TMI warning: sorry but it's relevant -- had a 'normal' movement this a.m., the first since monday. You don't realize how important something like that is til you don't have it :tongue2:

atta boy! droppin the cosby kids off at the pool again. good to hear.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Deload/Intensity Meso
Week One -- Saturday

OH squat worked to 165x3
-I was planning to go quite a bit heavier but these are rather humbling after having ignored them for several months :D

Oly squat warmups, singles w/ 365, 405, 455 and 495; 475x3(FAIL -- only got two)
-I was planning to go in and just do a 'recovery' type of day. I have no idea why, but my entire posterior chain has felt absolutely fried for the last two days. It felt that way early friday and has not abated. But as I was warming up I felt better. Also, I did some dynamic stretching (quick toe-touches) which really seemed to loosen me up well :) I'm not terribly upset about missing the triple; I'm only a few days removed from sickness, and I prob ate a grand total of 600 cals over a period of longer than 48 hours this week.

BTN push-press warmups, 225x5, 275x3, 315x1, 345x1(PR), 315x3(FAIL -- got two)
-Here's a vid of the PR:
YouTube - BTN push press -- 345x1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coreXPRJVMs)
I was wobbly as hell with both of the reps I managed to get with the triple -- I almost fell on the first one. I think I'm still a little 'off' from being sick. I can only guess what kind of PR I have waiting on this piece once I get back to 100% :D BTW I most definitely locked the bar out -- I was holding it at the end for effect :)

Did some curls, stretched, left.

PWO food was a tin of pringles (900 cals) and a monster bowl of chicken stew covered in parmesan. My eating is back on track, it seems :yumyum:

[IliekFude]

atta way to hang in there n get the work done.
diggin the pwo nutrition homeslice.

[Sarge]

Helluva recovery day :)

Sick Session and Congrats on the new hefty PR!

[Blut Wump]

I'm going to have to start raiding a thesaurus soon for superlatives for your inimitable lifting. Congrats.

[BiggT]

Real nice BTN pressing. Cool bonus ending too.

I see you have youtube comments enabled. How long do you think before some tool says "that's okay, but I'm 11 years old and weigh 85lbs and just did 350"

[Redvine]

That vid was sick. Great job G5.0.

[Lumberjack5.0]

I see you have youtube comments enabled. How long do you think before some tool says "that's okay, but I'm 11 years old and weigh 85lbs and just did 350"

LOL -- check out this gem regarding my single w/ 495 (in which IMHO my form is about as close to perfect as it could be, and I'm sitting on my calves in the hole):

"mad gudd...except u only squat to parrallel....thats still a great weight but go alot lower nd u wont be able to do that weight...form is most important" :rolleyes:

[Redvine]

LOL -- check out this gem regarding my single w/ 495 (in which IMHO my form is about as close to perfect as it could be, and I'm sitting on my calves in the hole):

"mad gudd...except u only squat to parrallel....thats still a great weight but go alot lower nd u wont be able to do that weight...form is most important" :rolleyes:

I recommend you go back and start off on the smitty to get 'the feel' of what it's like to go past parallel without having to worry about balance. :overhead:

[getjacked]

nice press

[getjacked]

LOL -- check out this gem regarding my single w/ 495 (in which IMHO my form is about as close to perfect as it could be, and I'm sitting on my calves in the hole):

"mad gudd...except u only squat to parrallel....thats still a great weight but go alot lower nd u wont be able to do that weight...form is most important" :rolleyes:


thats why in my youtube i dont let people comment.. reading through youtube comments makes me feel sorry for the world

[Blut Wump]

LOL -- check out this gem regarding my single w/ 495 (in which IMHO my form is about as close to perfect as it could be, and I'm sitting on my calves in the hole):

"mad gudd...except u only squat to parrallel....thats still a great weight but go alot lower nd u wont be able to do that weight...form is most important" :rolleyes:Probably written by someone with no hamstrings.

[Lumberjack5.0]

thats why in my youtube i dont let people comment.. reading through youtube comments makes me feel sorry for the world

Yeah there are some outlandish things written in youtube comments. I only link my vids in here so I don't imagine I will get many screwballs....

UPDATE: Started tren @ 80mgs/day yesterday. Also, I dropped the NPP and dbol about two weeeks ago and bumped the test to about a gram. FUDE -- you're on notice :tongue3:

[IliekFude]

Thats what i like to hear.

[A L]

Is this the first run with Tren?

[Lumberjack5.0]

Is this the first run with Tren?

Is that a serious question? ;) Probably number four, IIRC. Might be the fifth...

First time cracking the 1g mark with test -- I've done three straight cycles w/ 700mgs prop/week. But since I'm using a cyp/TPP blend, it's really not much higher of a dose when you factor in the ester weights.

[Cynical Simian]

Just checking in after a bit of a hiatus from the board...and you're nailing huge PRs even when recovering from a nasty virus. Sick bench/BTN pressing.

[Nick]

You really are on an other-worldly tear LJ. Couldn't be more impressed bro.

[IliekFude]

Thats right, keep settin him up for the kill shot.
HES GOIN DOWN!
If my thrown out back doesnt rear its head im gona rip my old deadlift pr a new asshole tomorrow brotha. 625+ commin up. If i can hit that it means 75lbs left in that total and i havent maxed on flat bench or squats in about 2 months so you better be eatin somethin as you read this.
;)
(/end gratuitous trash talking)

[Lumberjack5.0]

Poor fude. Pride goeth before destruction. And destroy you I shall :D

Deload/Intensity Meso
Tuesday

Rack pulls 135, 225, 315, 405, 495 all for 5; 545x1; 585xfail; 495x3
-Meh. I got 585 a fraction of an inch off the pins but just couldn't get it to budge beyond that. I think these will pay dividends though, as I'm handling a weight above and beyond what I've handled before. I took a highly scientific measurement of where the bar is in this rack; it's slightly more than a hand width below the very top of my shin bone :tongue2:
EDIT: it's worth noting that 495 was significantly easier than last time -- prior to this, 495x4 was brutal; 495x5 was not maximal this time :). Def some progress happening here, which is sayng something as I have been stalled on pullng for so long. I'm just praying for carryover to the full pull.

Inc DB press 80'sx8, 100'sx8, 120'sx5, 140'sx5
-A rather random movement choice -- I wnated to get a press in that wouldn't hurt my bench/BTN PP next time :) Pretty happy w/ the top set. Def the most I've ever done on these by a fair amount. These were my favorite lift for years back in the day.

Then I did a set of high-rep dips and some elbow prehab. I would have done chins but my right bi is pretty sore from a spot-inject of tren (I'm poking the tren ED with a 1/2" slin pin so I'm kinda limited as to where I can shoot it).

[C. Smith]

Looks really good LJ. Keep pullin', it's coming.






YouTube - I Don't Give A Damn For The Whole State of Michigan (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jx5TVBf6cWM&feature=related)

[Sarge]

those are some heavy inclines!

do you pop them into position yourself or have a hand off spotter?

I want to switch over to inclines and see how they work for me, but that ROM seems brutal, popping them up into position...?


Looks really good LJ. Keep pullin', it's coming.
x2

[Lumberjack5.0]

YouTube - I Don't Give A Damn For The Whole State of Michigan (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jx5TVBf6cWM&feature=related)

Listen, you Blue-hating Fuckeye (:D), Michigan is ahead of the curve with the spread offense. They will attract the studliest athletes out there to play in this hot 'new' (I know it's not new -- but it's 'new' in the sense that it's really catching on) system. It's gonna be rough to be a Buckeye fan for the forseeable future, IMHO :D

[C. Smith]

Listen, you Blue-hating Fuckeye (:D), Michigan is ahead of the curve with the spread offense. They will attract the studliest athletes out there to play in this hot 'new' (I know it's not new -- but it's 'new' in the sense that it's really catching on) system. It's gonna be rough to be a Buckeye fan for the forseeable future, IMHO :D

LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL! Football season couldn't get here soon enough...

:hammersmash:

[Lumberjack5.0]

Sarge, I stand up directly in front of the incline bench (facing away), pick up the dbs and kinda pull 'em til they're just over my knees. Then I sit doen on the bench and they're in position. Then I swing back forcefully and 'kick' my knees up. I have never had the sllightest propblem getting the DBs up, even with 110 pounders on seated overheads. Just lucky I guess :dunno:

[Sarge]

Sarge, I stand up directly in front of the incline bench (facing away), pick up the dbs and kinda pull 'em til they're just over my knees. Then I sit doen on the bench and they're in position. Then I swing back forcefully and 'kick' my knees up. I have never had the sllightest propblem getting the DBs up, even with 110 pounders on seated overheads. Just lucky I guess :dunno:
ok, that's how I do it with the flats. Fugg, it's just like a heavy-ass-assisted hammer curl. lol

thanks mon.

[IliekFude]

Poor fude. Pride goeth before destruction. And destroy you I shall :D

Deload/Intensity Meso
Tuesday

Rack pulls 135, 225, 315, 405, 495 all for 5; 545x1; 585xfail; 495x3
-Meh. I got 585 a fraction of an inch off the pins but just couldn't get it to budge beyond that. I think these will pay dividends though, as I'm handling a weight above and beyond what I've handled before. I took a highly scientific measurement of where the bar is in this rack; it's slightly more than a hand width below the very top of my shin bone :tongue2:
EDIT: it's worth noting that 495 was significantly easier than last time -- prior to this, 495x4 was brutal; 495x5 was not maximal this time :). Def some progress happening here, which is sayng something as I have been stalled on pullng for so long. I'm just praying for carryover to the full pull.

Inc DB press 80'sx8, 100'sx8, 120'sx5, 140'sx5
-A rather random movement choice -- I wnated to get a press in that wouldn't hurt my bench/BTN PP next time :) Pretty happy w/ the top set. Def the most I've ever done on these by a fair amount. These were my favorite lift for years back in the day.

Then I did a set of high-rep dips and some elbow prehab. I would have done chins but my right bi is pretty sore from a spot-inject of tren (I'm poking the tren ED with a 1/2" slin pin so I'm kinda limited as to where I can shoot it).

Sick incline db's brotha.. somethin i think i need to do more of (inclines). Pound that dead, it'll come around. You've got more in ya i think definitely from seeing yr squat weights.
And im just talkin shit to get myself fired up lol.. its tough enough to roll outta bed when yr this much of a fatass let alone drive to a gym and do some work so i gotta get fired up somehow!

[Lumberjack5.0]

And im just talkin shit to get myself fired up lol
Of course bro. I get that :) And I'm glad you're a ballbuster 'cause I like to run my mouth when I know it won't get me in trouble :tongue2:

[Nick]

I'm going to have to start raiding a thesaurus soon for superlatives for your inimitable lifting. Congrats.

How about Fluff-tacular! Fluffy + Spectacular = can't get any better than that!

:woot:

Nice job with the rack pulling LJ... I think your DL is about to break out of its little rut and blow up.

[Nick]

'cause I like to run my mouth when I know it won't get me in trouble :tongue2:

You little bitch!

[Sarge]

updates?

[Lumberjack5.0]

updates?

They're coming. I was out of town. I did lift though. Kinda busy getting caught up at work and whatnot.

[Sarge]

Just making sure you didn't take up badminton or something ;)

[IliekFude]

I was out of town, hiding from fude. Busy getting caught up at work and whatnot. I think i might start running for distance as well.
THATS WHAT I LIKE TO HEAR! KEEP IT UP!

[Lumberjack5.0]

THATS GOT ME HIDING IN FEAR! KEEP IT AWAY FROM ME!

Relax, fude, I'll be gentle :D

Quick 'n dirty update:

Sat:

Oly squtted to 495x1, 475x3
-Very tough

Bench: to 405x1 (touch spotted) then 375x1 (was supposed to be a triple but felt weak like girl :()

Mon:
Rack pull worked to 365x1 then quit
-No straps, back hurt. I'm a bitch.

BTN PP worked to 315x1 (was supposed to be three)
-did my back in here. I bowed my stomach out and then landed the bar somewhat awkwardly

Did some fluff )strict overhead, dips, some prehab) and left.

So I'm not sure what to do. I'm not injured per se, but I am definitely gonna have to take it easy for a bit on squats/deads. Phuck :(

But other than that the trip was great :)

[*Bunny*]

LJ!!! Take is easy



I need to vid the 500+ dead


wait


running for distance...


???? how about 500 + THEN run for distance...

Cardio & LJ sitting in a tree... f-e-e-d-i-n-g on healthy foods!!

[Blut Wump]

The girl you were feeling weak like must have been Kara. I can't think of any other girls pressing 350+.

[Lumberjack5.0]

running for distance...


???? how about 500 + THEN run for distance...

Cardio & LJ sitting in a tree... f-e-e-d-i-n-g on healthy foods!!

Bunzo, Bunzo, Bunzo: fude edited my quote and added that in. I would never sell my soul :rofl: Today's lunch was a big beef with cheddar, a large cheese fry, and a tamale. I will run only if someone very large is chasing me :D

[IliekFude]

Bunzo, Bunzo, Bunzo: fude edited my quote and added that in. I would never sell my soul Today's lunch was a big beef with cheddar, a large cheese fry, and a tamale. I will run only if someone very large is chasing me
lolololololol
pwned


So I'm not sure what to do. I'm not injured per se, but I am definitely gonna have to take it easy for a bit on squats/deads. Phuck
Seriously tho, im sorry to hear that. Back can be a bitch. The smallest things turn into avalanches if you dont rest em. Like me... ive NEVER hurt my back and then i went n threw my back out carrying luggage off a fuckin cruise ship and it was still actin up 3 weeks later. Only now is it gone. Heal up man.

[Lumberjack5.0]

I've had on and off back pain issues since I was a kid. I fell out of a tree and landed on a stump (:eek3: ) when i was 7 or 8 and f'd it up pretty bad. It's been my, um, Achilles heel ever since.

[C. Smith]

Take a week completely off. Seriously.

[Lumberjack5.0]

Take a week completely off. Seriously.

I think I will, sorta. I may bench and do things like chins and ab work that will help the back out. And stretch, foam roll, etc. It seems that if I get the blood flowing it speeds healing.

[Hidngod]

All caught up. Holy hell you're doing great. Umm, 'cept for the back thing. Rest up, man.

[Nick]

375 is never weak like an anything. Keep it up bro, feel better

[Nick]

How're things going bro... decided to take the week off and heal?

[Lumberjack5.0]

How're things going bro... decided to take the week off and heal?

Yep. I will hit the gym today or tomorrow.

[C. Smith]

Rest is g00t. Will pay dividends.

[IliekFude]

dont worry dude, im workin 10 hour days 6 days a week now in the pouring rain so with all the chafing, work fatigue and trying not to kill people in general, i wont be totalin anything scary anytime soon.
heal up.

[Lumberjack5.0]

OK y'all -- after two weeks of healin' up I'm back :)

Didn't have a plan or anything for today, really. I'll start a new loading phase next week. But for today and probably one other workout this week, I just needed to get back to the iron and feel some weight.

Oly squat warmups, 315x5; 365, 405, 455, 495 for singles; 405x9
-I'm already sore, and I'll be moreso as the day goes on :) I bet I could do 12+ w/ 405 without the two week vacation :)

Bench warmups, 315x3, 345x1, 365x1, 385x1, 225x25
-Good times here.

Chest-supported row 5 reps each with 2, 3, 4, and 5 plates
-Had to do some 'back' stuff :D

Stretched, prehab'd left. Got some absolutely awful news after my workout. Can't really share it but I am a wreck right now.

[Blut Wump]

Welcome back.

I hope your awful news has a silver lining. :(

[booey]

Glad you're back. Hopefully things will get better.

[C. Smith]

Nice session.

+1 on the above comments, re: news.

[BiggT]

Thats a solid day back. You should be good and sore today. I hope all works out with the news.

[A L]

Keep your head up bro.