I think he is 6’0" maybe. At least I was told that by Marzouk on these forums. lol. I’m 6’2" just as you are, Master Height Race Crew. lol[/quote]
Ah nice, yeah he definitely has an awesome physique.
I thought so. I think you, me and Rattlehead are all coming from very similar backgrounds physically. I worded that awkwardly, I mean I think we all have similar structures and probably similar potential. It’s interesting to see how we’re progressing with our differing training strategies. Well you two are definitely progressing well, I’m improving slowly atm but I’m fine with that for now.
I think he is 6’0" maybe. At least I was told that by Marzouk on these forums. lol. I’m 6’2" just as you are, Master Height Race Crew. lol[/quote]
Ah nice, yeah he definitely has an awesome physique.
I thought so. I think you, me and Rattlehead are all coming from very similar backgrounds physically. I worded that awkwardly, I mean I think we all have similar structures and probably similar potential. It’s interesting to see how we’re progressing with our differing training strategies. Well you two are definitely progressing well, I’m improving slowly atm but I’m fine with that for now.[/quote]
I honestly think I’m a little bit shorter if that makes any difference lol.
I think he is 6’0" maybe. At least I was told that by Marzouk on these forums. lol. I’m 6’2" just as you are, Master Height Race Crew. lol[/quote]
Ah nice, yeah he definitely has an awesome physique.
I thought so. I think you, me and Rattlehead are all coming from very similar backgrounds physically. I worded that awkwardly, I mean I think we all have similar structures and probably similar potential. It’s interesting to see how we’re progressing with our differing training strategies. Well you two are definitely progressing well, I’m improving slowly atm but I’m fine with that for now.[/quote]
I honestly think I’m a little bit shorter if that makes any difference lol.[/quote]
Pistol Get-Up
BW: 3-1-F I don’t think this is actually a good exercise.
Pistol Squat
BW: 4-4-4-4-4-3 The pistol squat has become my favourite exercise. I think because I couldn’t do it for so long and because it just feels so effective. Each rep is a joy. Lol. My only concern is that my knees do still creak a lot, as they do with every knee-dominant movement.
2.5 Mile Run This was pathetic, especially considering I originally thought it was 3 miles. But I didn’t have to stop and walk so that’s a victory in my book.
2.5 Mile Run This is the first run I’ve timed: it took approximately 28:30.
I’ve been (over) thinking training in January after finals. I think that perhaps instead of trying the layer system I should focus on my current goals. I should crack these goals before I come up with new ones.
I think going through periods of specialisation and going back to the gym and using heavy barbell work would really help. For example the thing that allowed me to do my first pistol squat was getting stronger on the barbell reverse lunge, so I should go back to that.
The problem with bodyweight goals, is that I don’t need to be big to achieve them, and I want a goal that I have to be a decent size to achieve. I need to think of an exercise (preferably kettlebell) that I couldn’t do if I was weedy. I think heavy high rep (40kg) kettlebell cleans fit with my training style and can’t be done by weedy people, so that could be a good choice. I’d really appreciate input on this one: for which kettlebell exercises do you have to be big?
I decided to hit the gym to get out some frustration etc.
Barbell Reverse Lunge
120kg: 1-1-1-1
100kg: 3-3
Front Squat
60kg: 5-5-5-5-5-5
90kg: 1
70kg: 3-3-3 I used to do front squats with a wide stance and ATG and they always gave me knee pain. I did these with a shoulder-width stance and only went to parallel and so far my knees feel great.
Snatch Grip High Pull
60kg: 5-5-5 First time trying these, they felt good. Got me thinking about layers again.
When you’re running, are you just pacing your self, or doing fartlek style running? I personally prefer the latter, not sure why. Even though I never took it seriously, I do know just running at a steady pace only got me to about a 5:20 mile time, and it was only with fartlek/intervals stuff did I break the 5 minute barrier. Just a suggestion.
[quote]Spidey22 wrote:
When you’re running, are you just pacing your self, or doing fartlek style running? I personally prefer the latter, not sure why. Even though I never took it seriously, I do know just running at a steady pace only got me to about a 5:20 mile time, and it was only with fartlek/intervals stuff did I break the 5 minute barrier. Just a suggestion. [/quote]
Hey buddy. To be honest I’m don’t put much thought into it, I just go at a pace that feels reasonably difficult but not flat out. I think I just need to put in the miles at this stage, then when I’ve built up to a less abysmal standard I’ll plan my sessions more. Thanks for the tip, fartlek sounds like a great way to train :). I’ll definitely incorporate it at some point.
I’ve decided to try “greasing the groove” with pistol squats this evening and over the weekend, to improve my technique. I’ll aim to do a set every 30min. I won’t document this in detail though, it wouldn’t make for exciting reading.
I would be interested in hearing about your greasing of the groove with your pistols. What exactly does that involve?
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Greasing the groove is a strategy to improve your “skill” at a movement through practice. The idea is you stay completely away from failure and fatigue by doing submaximal loads, leaving loads of time to rest and practicing as often as you can.
For example, in my case, I can do several sets of 3-4 reps of pistols (to parallel). So for greasing the groove I’ll only do sets of 1 or 2 reps (to ensure my form doesn’t degrade) and I’ll do them throughout the day. It’s meant to work by increasing neural efficiency and by teaching your body the correct movement pattern.
It’s covered in depth in Pavel’s book The Naked Warrior. I leant my copy to a friend last year and haven’t got it back yet, so I can’t go into any more details I’m afraid. That’s all I remember. He recommends it for learning new bodyweight exercises but also on strength lifts like deadlifts etc.
