Of yeah, I never realized the crush Court had on me. I’m going to call her Wolverine now since she’s an animal! Or maybe it was the suit, my memory is a little fuzzy.
Here’s a picture of one of my legs.
[quote]Ruggerlife wrote:
Of yeah, I never realized the crush Court had on me. I’m going to call her Wolverine now since she’s an animal! Or maybe it was the suit, my memory is a little fuzzy.
Here’s a picture of one of my legs.
[/quote]
Welcome to the club bud. I hope you didn’t have to explain too much weirdness to your wife.
I’m glad you enjoyed your first time in a suit. It can be a lot of fun.
Nice first session in gear. Out of curiosity what kind of squat suit were you using? Looks as though that sucker bites pretty damn hard! Oh, and what size?
[quote]mrodock wrote:
Nice first session in gear. Out of curiosity what kind of squat suit were you using? Looks as though that sucker bites pretty damn hard! Oh, and what size?[/quote]
I forgot to as exactly what it was (maybe Court knows), but it was a 36 Titan. It was tight as hell, but it felt fine on. Oh yeah, the 15 minutes to put it on was about right (no exaggeration) and that was with the suit slippers.
It was a lot of fun, hopefully I’ll be back down soon to try it out again.
[quote]ouroboro_s wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
Of yeah, I never realized the crush Court had on me. I’m going to call her Wolverine now since she’s an animal! Or maybe it was the suit, my memory is a little fuzzy.
Here’s a picture of one of my legs.
Welcome to the club bud. I hope you didn’t have to explain too much weirdness to your wife.
I’m glad you enjoyed your first time in a suit. It can be a lot of fun.[/quote]
Her response was, “WTF? I think it was a little too tight.”
Sunday, May 10th
Front Squats
1x5x115
1x5x125
1x5x135
6x5x175
Bench Press(med grip)
1x5x135
1x5x165
4x5x195
This was my first bench session since the meet. I missed the one last week due to the flu. It took a while to get back into the groove, but the last couple sets went good.
Standing one arm OH DB Press
3x10x40
Pull Ups
(I really, really, really suck at these)
4x5
Tricep Band Pushdowns
15/10/10/10
This took about 1h 30minutes tonight. The front squats just drained me. Then by the time I finished benching I started daydreaming between sets.
Overall, not too bad. I’m hoping the benching goes a little better next week. I’m not used to only benching once a week (other day I’m doing an overhead press instead and DB bench) so I’m a little nervous how it’ll go. We’ll see.
I’m working on refining this upper body accessory day. I like the idea of have a 4th day that doesn’t directly involve one of the 3 powerlifts and it targets a number of areas I’ve moreless ignored, however I wasn’t entirely happy with how it was setup. So I did what I do best… ask someone with more experience! 
So after reading through some logs/discussion threads/ and a series of PMs, I’ve decided to set up my accessory work in the Doggcrap format. Basically it’s warm up sets (as needed) then 1 rest pause (RP) set. The notation below for reps is 12/8/6, which means 12 reps to failure rack weights and take 15-20 deep breaths, 8 more reps to failure, rack and breath then a final 6 reps to failure.
I’ll likely still need to mix things up for accessory work to see which days everything should land on, but I definitely like this method better than banging out 3-4 straight sets.
Also, again based on various people’s logs and “testiminials” in some threads, I decided to give the 5-3-1 template a try for my main movements on my current cycle is completed. However, I decided to switch immediately for this day since this day wasn’t specifically part of my training cycle, it was more of a “missing pieces” day and the main movement was Military Press anyway. So basically I just switched up the set/rep structure.
So here’s how it went…
Tuesday, May 12th
Wave 1
Military Press (Standing)
1x12x45
2x8x65
1x5x95 (65%)
1x5x115 (75%)
1x5x125 (85%) Went for a sixth, but it was a no go.
DC style accessory work
Close Grip Bench (2 board)
1x12x95
1x8x105
1x4x125
1RPx12/6/4x155 (total 20 reps)
PJR Pullovers
1x12x25
1x8x35
1RPx8/6/6x60 (total 20 reps)
Pinwheels
1x12x25
1x4x35
1RPx12/7/5x50 (total 24 reps)
Thoughts about the session.
1- Overhead pressing strength was ridiculously poor. Although I already knew this, I thought I should have had a few more reps on the last set. Oh well, it is what it is, so now I just need to get stronger.
2- I like the overall set up of the DC training for assistance work, I will just need to identify alternate movements for when I stop progressing in a movement and experiment with what bodyparts to target on which days. Overall I like the idea of a lower volume of assistance work completed at in a short duration through the RP technique.
3- I think I’ll have to figure out a different way to load the dumbbell for the pullovers. Even though I double clamped them it started to come loose on the 2nd part of the RP. I also need to work on technique here as it probably wasn’t actual failure, more technique breakdown. it’ll come over time.
Are pullovers like turnovers? Pilsbury?
You never told me what you think of my current rack. When I get my new set up, you’ll have to come over and show me how to use the bands and do turn overs.
[quote]ouroboro_s wrote:
Are pullovers like turnovers? Pilsbury?[/quote]
Yes, peri-workout nutrition is very important.
Ah yes…well, I did see the photo of the current (and future rack). Let’s just say, the new one looks like quite the step up. Actually, the current one would be fine. You could easily work around any of its limitations with a bit of creativity.
Wednesday, May 13th
Well tonight was a big disappointment as far as training went. I really haven’t had a good training session since the last meet so tonight I thought I’d get an idea where my squat and deadlift numbers stand.
Back Squat
1x5x135
1x5x185
1x3x225
Belt on loose
1x1x275 (felt really easy)
miss x 315
1x315
The new lower bar position feels fine, but it means my pegs on my rack are now too high. I need to get a 1"-2" sheet of wood for inside the rack so I don’t have to shrug the weight out since it means I have to reset my upper back.
That poor set up along with coming forward on my toes (read loss of focus) is why I lost the first attempt at 315.
The second went better but still didn’t feel good. Just didn’t have any power out of the hole. I have a video of this one and I’ll post it later, but the camera battery died shortly after.
Deadlifts (Sumo)
1x5x135
1x3x225
1x1x275
1x1x315
1x1x365
Belt on
1x0x415
This just wouldn’t budge. I just could not generate any power tonight.
I’m starting to think I still have (or have a new) flu bug. My stomach has been cramping now for 2 days. I just haven’t felt right in almost 2 weeks.
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
[quote]Ruggerlife wrote:
Wednesday, May 13th
Well tonight was a big disappointment as far as training went. I really haven’t had a good training session since the last meet so tonight I thought I’d get an idea where my squat and deadlift numbers stand.
Back Squat
1x5x135
1x5x185
1x3x225
Belt on loose
1x1x275 (felt really easy)
miss x 315
1x315
The new lower bar position feels fine, but it means my pegs on my rack are now too high. I need to get a 1"-2" sheet of wood for inside the rack so I don’t have to shrug the weight out since it means I have to reset my upper back.
That poor set up along with coming forward on my toes (read loss of focus) is why I lost the first attempt at 315.
The second went better but still didn’t feel good. Just didn’t have any power out of the hole. I have a video of this one and I’ll post it later, but the camera battery died shortly after.
Deadlifts (Sumo)
1x5x135
1x3x225
1x1x275
1x1x315
1x1x365
Belt on
1x0x415
This just wouldn’t budge. I just could not generate any power tonight.
I’m starting to think I still have (or have a new) flu bug. My stomach has been cramping now for 2 days. I just haven’t felt right in almost 2 weeks.
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
[/quote]
Sometimes training is just ass for no particular reason. Don’t dwell on it.
That’s a good idea about throwing a bit of wood in the rack to raise yourself a bit.
[quote]Ruggerlife wrote:
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
[/quote]
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
[quote]ddot76 wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
[/quote]
Wait, are you saying I can get free meals out of this? Now that’s an upside!
[quote]ddot76 wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
[/quote]
That’s only when you look anorexic. Rugger isn’t there yet. You, however, looked like you could have used a few cheeseburgers when you were nearing your show…
[quote]Ruggerlife wrote:
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
Wait, are you saying I can get free meals out of this? Now that’s an upside![/quote]
I said she’d FEED you. Not buy you meals. There’s a lesson to be learned in the difference.
[quote]ddot76 wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
Wait, are you saying I can get free meals out of this? Now that’s an upside!
I said she’d FEED you. Not buy you meals. There’s a lesson to be learned in the difference.[/quote]
Ahh, that’s a disappointment. I’ll happily feed myself burgers, I was just looking for a free meal. Besides, Ouro might get jealous that her girlfriend is paying too much attention to me.
[quote]Court wrote:
ddot76 wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
That’s only when you look anorexic. Rugger isn’t there yet. You, however, looked like you could have used a few cheeseburgers when you were nearing your show…[/quote]
Thank you Court for confirming my “non-anorexicness”. If you ever feel the need to buy me lunch, feel free to PM me, I’ll happily eat cheesburgers!
[quote]Ruggerlife wrote:
Court wrote:
ddot76 wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
That’s only when you look anorexic. Rugger isn’t there yet. You, however, looked like you could have used a few cheeseburgers when you were nearing your show…
Thank you Court for confirming my “non-anorexicness”. If you ever feel the need to buy me lunch, feel free to PM me, I’ll happily eat cheesburgers!
[/quote]
Okay, how about you hold your breath until you get a PM from me then.
[quote]Court wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
Court wrote:
ddot76 wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
That’s only when you look anorexic. Rugger isn’t there yet. You, however, looked like you could have used a few cheeseburgers when you were nearing your show…
Thank you Court for confirming my “non-anorexicness”. If you ever feel the need to buy me lunch, feel free to PM me, I’ll happily eat cheesburgers!
Okay, how about you hold your breath until you get a PM from me then. [/quote]
I like the new avatar. It displays your outgoing, pleasant side.
There, now that I’ve said something nice would you PM me already, I’m turning blue!!!
[quote]Ruggerlife wrote:
Court wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
Court wrote:
ddot76 wrote:
Ruggerlife wrote:
On top of this, even though I’ve been eating more I’ve dropped 2lbs (167lbs tonight after dinner) since last week when I supposedly recovered from the stomach flu.
I’m going to stop here before I over-analyze this too much.
Be careful around Court! She will feed you hamburgers once you drop below 170lbs.
That’s only when you look anorexic. Rugger isn’t there yet. You, however, looked like you could have used a few cheeseburgers when you were nearing your show…
Thank you Court for confirming my “non-anorexicness”. If you ever feel the need to buy me lunch, feel free to PM me, I’ll happily eat cheesburgers!
Okay, how about you hold your breath until you get a PM from me then.
I like the new avatar. It displays your outgoing, pleasant side.
There, now that I’ve said something nice would you PM me already, I’m turning blue!!!
[/quote]
Changing my avatar was a way of getting my mind off the meet. No DL pics And yes, I do look pretty and outgoing and pleasant. I was at a wedding, I had to be 
I’m not PMing you… so just give up on us doing lunch. I know you already took a breath anyway. Failure.