Feel free to stockpile questions here, and I’ll answer as soon as I get on tonight!
Stay strong
MR
Mike,
Are there any other ways to properly recruit the ITB/TFL except side steps? Just looking for a new something to my workouts.
Thanks.
Do you really want to recruit the TFL? Side steps are to get the glute medius firing properly. If you want more glute medius exercises, check out our “Get Your Butt in Gear” articles for more exercises.
Stay strong
MR
[quote]fusion360 wrote:
Mike,
Are there any other ways to properly recruit the ITB/TFL except side steps? Just looking for a new something to my workouts.
Thanks.[/quote]
MR, aside from wall slides what do you recommen for mid/low trap rehab?
Low trap shrugs
Sitting on a lat pulldown machine grab teh bar with arms straight and depress the scapula down and hold. Make sure to keep the arms as straight as possible (a natural bending may occur).
Not as good as wall slides, but another one you can add to the arsenal!
Stay strong
MR
Anyone care to comment on what they are currently training for? PL meets? BB shows? Looking swoled up at the beach? I’m always interested to see what you all are up to and what you’re training for!
Stay strong
MR
Currently, this is my routine:
Day 1:
Squat 5x5
Bench 5x5
Row 5x5
Calf raises 3x8
Hanging leg raises 4xAMRAP
Day 2:
Power cleans 5x5
Chins 5x5
Overhead press 5x5
Barbell curls 3x5
Swiss ball crunches 3xAMRAP
Day 3:
Deadlift 5x5
Power shrugs 5x5
Close-grip bench 5x5
Reverse curls 3x5
Russian Twists 3xAMRAP
At this point, I just need to keep strength and size while I try to lose some fat and get through all the other stressful stuff going on in my life. If things weren’t so bad for the past few months, I may have actually been leaner by now, so I can at least look decent for the summer.
Hey Mike, I love yor work. I’m especially amazed at the wealth of knowledge you have in the biokmecanics dept. I know some of it comes from your courses, and some from experience, but do you have any good bool reference in the area? I already own Kendall’s muscle and testing book (the 2005 ed.) and I would like extra info in biomecanics.
On another topic, do you have an article coming soon? I’m in need, here!!
Thanks for the kind words, Zen.
You know how I’ve actually gotten a ton of biomechanics related info? Google. For instance I’ve had this knee injury lingering for a while, and so I’ve researched about every possible thing it could be from the Google site. I’ve typed in things as simple as “Knee Biomechanics” and you’ll be amazed at some of the great stuff you get!
I know EC has some books he likes, but I think the web is a great resource. A lot of times you can get better pics and even video clips of stuff b/c it is on the web. Good luck!
As far as articles go, I think TC is planning on running a new piece by me very soon. Stay tuned!
Stay strong
MR
[quote]Zen warrior wrote:
Hey Mike, I love yor work. I’m especially amazed at the wealth of knowledge you have in the biokmecanics dept. I know some of it comes from your courses, and some from experience, but do you have any good bool reference in the area? I already own Kendall’s muscle and testing book (the 2005 ed.) and I would like extra info in biomecanics.
On another topic, do you have an article coming soon? I’m in need, here!![/quote]
Looks good buddy; how do you feel like you’re recovering from the workouts?
Stay strong
MR
[quote]Nate Dogg wrote:
Currently, this is my routine:
Day 1:
Squat 5x5
Bench 5x5
Row 5x5
Calf raises 3x8
Hanging leg raises 4xAMRAP
Day 2:
Power cleans 5x5
Chins 5x5
Overhead press 5x5
Barbell curls 3x5
Swiss ball crunches 3xAMRAP
Day 3:
Deadlift 5x5
Power shrugs 5x5
Close-grip bench 5x5
Reverse curls 3x5
Russian Twists 3xAMRAP
At this point, I just need to keep strength and size while I try to lose some fat and get through all the other stressful stuff going on in my life. If things weren’t so bad for the past few months, I may have actually been leaner by now, so I can at least look decent for the summer.
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All right people, I’m out for the evening. See you next time and TRAIN HARD!
Stay strong
MR
since no one else is replying, I’ll tell you what I’m training for. Most of the coaches shy away from this one (probably from lack of interest and/or experience), but here it is anyway:
I’m into point sparring.
Here’s my routine:
monday and wednesday: 4k jog
Tuesday and Thursday: 6 sets of 100m
Saturday: 4-5 hours of martial arts
Also, if I’m able to go to the dojo on weekdays, then that overrides any workout I have planned for that day.
I’ll tell you no lie, most days I don’t feel completely recovered. For example, my lower back and hamstrings tend to stay sore all week long, which is expected since I squat one day, power clean the second and deadlift the third.
And my strength is up and down week-to-week. For example, last week, I had no problem hitting 5 reps with 185lbs in the bench press. This week, I did five sets of three. That happens occasionally with other lifts, but mainly in the bench.
Yet, on my off days, I usually feel okay, sometimes sore, sometimes not. I always use Surge after my workouts, and I eat healthy too (5-6 meals a day, lean meats, veggies, fruit, yogurt, cottage cheese, etc.).
I’m trying to force myself to stay strong and progress slowly since there is so much other stress in my life (as already posted on other threads).