Jeff Parsons wrote:
If I understand your change to F2F, any impact would be neglible.
You could certainly add running work but likely since you are attempting to lose weight your time could be better spent with rope work and additional mobility work. I would also include the program found in the “man of steel” article.
I hope that helps.
In faith,
Coach Davies
Coach Davies,
I’ve seen some people ask about martial arts related Renegade training, so I’ll ask some questions too! I do not compete in MMA or tournaments, I train for self-discipline, self-improvement (physically and otherwise) and practical self-defense. It’s all about me apparently! I have set up a program for myself involving my To-Shin Do training with power yoga, weight training and cardio. I’ve been focusing on core and hand work, for striking/gripping power. I’ve spoken to you before about core work, but my computer’s power supply decided to, well, not. But I’m back now to learn more! My goals are to gain maximal strength, strength-endurance, explosiveness and cardio endurance while increasing my proficiency in martial skills. I would also like work on agility and body fat loss. Currently I am 5’8", 215lbs., BF% - ummm, a lot? Long way to go. I have a couple more weeks of physical therapy left, tendonitis in the knee and rotator cuff injury, both repetitive use problems from work (accursed job!) I’m chomping at the bit to get back to training, I have the motivation and I’d like to start while I have a lot of drive. Preventing re-injury is a concern though, so I’m going to try to take it easy in the beginning. But once I’m back to 100%, well, I really need to kick my own ass so I can become the person I want to be. Thank you in advance for you help!
Coach,
Im just coming off multiple injuries from going to failure all the time. I had bad tricep tendonitis, rotator cuff strain, both vastus medialises strained and bicep tendonitis in both shoulders. Everything else is healed except for the bicep tendonitis, but it has gotten better. I’ve been seeing a physical therapist and im gettin better. I’ve been out of serious weightlifting for about 8-10 months. The problem is when i get healthy to lift again which is soon, I don’t know where to start off. I wanted to do ABBH, Quatro Dynamo, Westside for Skinny Bastards, any one of those three, but I don’t know will it be good for shoulders. Basically I want to put on size but I dont know where to begin after coming off of these injuries. Should I do heavy work, light stuff etc…
P.S. thanks to this site I now know that I don’t have to go to failure.
Thanks for your help.
Mike77:
of all the programs I would suggest to you it would be one more focused on performance enhancement for your sport.
With a 3 week break, your time is best spent in rejuvenation work and maximizing your existing base. I have no idea what your method of training in the past but based upon the numbers you mentioned it would appear your legs, hip and core are the weakness and need to be addressed immediately.
Again, I would not suggest a radical change in training methodology or volume at this time. You certainly can introduce things (maybe take a look at the “nitro squat” article) but be careful as you dont want to be fatigued for actual game time.
Does that assist you? Let me know if you have any questions…
In faith,
Coach Davies
[quote]Coach Davies wrote:
chubs108
The firefighter program is a training program I built specifically for the firefighter challenge that is available on my site.
I hope that helps.
In faith,
Coach Davies
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Mahalo Coach Davies, I’m gonna check it out right now.
Coach,
With regard to Jeff Parson’s questions about F2F and doing all of the A supersets, then the B supersets, etc etc… would it be alright if i took say 2 minutes between the 6th “A” superset and the first B superset… because I only have 1 straight bar, one EZ curl bar, and one set of adjustable dumbells at my house where I work out so I need time to change weights etc, and the 60 seconds of rest you perscribe isn’t enough to do this. With these 2 changes made would the program still be effective, and could these changes also work for Fat to Fire 2?
thanx in advance,
Timmy89
timmy89:
I debated making a long-winded comment about some type of molecular level breakdown and so-forth but on second thought decided not to. Of course everything has to be adjusted based upon your gym set-up. All programs are designed within optimum situations but individual adjustments are expected. Do your best to stay within the guidelines of the program.
Now, about the molecular breakdown…
: )
Best of luck in training, have fun and let me know if I can help.
In faith,
Coach Davies
ToShinDo wrote:
I certainly admire your training goals - I wish more people set there training goals like yours with self-discipline, not to mention your sense of humor too. LOL
Just let me know how I can help - I know it’s tough to come back from injuries. I’ve been rehabbing for awhile now and surprising everyone with the recovery process.
Drop me a line anytime and thanks for contacting me.
In faith,
Coach Davies
jreed212
I think the most important thing is once you’re healthy you establish a well balanced program and slowly build into a healthy program that will address both your injury pattern and your goals. Be patient and if you need help please email me.
In faith,
Coach Davies
Hi again Coach,
Went looking for the Firefighter program you mentioned that was on your site. Didn’t find it, but the only place I haven’t looked was in the Inner Circle area. Simply because I haven’t become a part of the Inner Circle yet. Must be in there yes?
Mahalo…and an 84lb x-vest must be awesome.
Mahalo Chubs
Drop me an email if you want to talk about it - its a focused program on firefighter challenges.
In faith,
Coach Davies
Thanks for the props Coach! I figured I’ve spent a long time being sedentary and (unfortunately my mom was right) I have a lot of untapped potential. I know I have the ability to do great, or at least pretty good, things and training can give me the mental modes needed to accomplish whatever goals I decide to set. One of those is to reach 5th degree black belt by age 40. I’d like to see what I’m capable of, just in reference to my previous state; i.e. How much better am I today than yesterday?
As for humor, it helps in a lot of situations, I believe; it makes things better in general when you can laugh! Besides, you shouldn’t take life too seriously, the universe doesn’t take you seriously at all!
Thanks for the offer of assistance, I believe I’ll take you up on that. I enjoy learning as much as I can and you certainly seem to know A LOT. Thanks again.
ToShinDo