That’s awesome! I LOVE deadlifting with chains! You feel so powerful, plus it looks and sounds really cool! haha
Yes ma’am as a matter of fact I have some GREAT GRIP TIPS! They are near the top of this thread here:
Change of pace…Today is my niece’s birthday.
She’s a very happy 1 yr old.
Thanks, Molly!
Today’s workout:
Low rows: 1x6(85),4x6 (100…new PR)
Incline DB press: 1x6(30), 4x6(35…another PR)
French press: 1x6(30), 3x5(35)
Lateral raises: 2x6(10), 2x5(15)
Hammer curls: 1x6(10), 4x5(20…yet another…)
Reverse curls: 3x15
Ab roll outs: 3x10
I need to vent…I am sooo sick of chicken! If I see another chicken breast, I’m gonna choke on my own vomit. The smell of tilapia makes me gag. Tuna…don’t get me started. Salmon, I’m on the fence.
As for vegetables…I think they are overrated.
The V-Diet is starting to look really exciting. This weekend I had to force myself to eat. Sunday was a bust. I I ate protein bars for 2 of my meals, sad I know.
I need to eat to grow.
Ah, well…what to do…
Today’s training: Lower Body
Warm-up, mobility
Back squat: 1x6(bar), 1x6(135), 4x5(145)
The old hammie strikes again…much as I thought I had warmed up enough…I felt a twinge Sunday when I did my metabolic workout. I had a feeling that wasn’t the most I could have done.
Step-ups: 3x7(30)
Hyperextensions: 4x12(45lb plate)
My chiropractor will be back in town in 2 weeks, I need an overhaul…neck back extremities.
I can completely relate to your hatred of chicken! (wish I had a solution, but sadly…) Also wanted to say your numbers are really impressive; I’m especially loving the sled drags (and that extra 10lb. plate totally counts). Keep up the great work!
ps - your niece is gorgeous!
[quote]shandwill wrote:
I can completely relate to your hatred of chicken! (wish I had a solution, but sadly…) Also wanted to say your numbers are really impressive; I’m especially loving the sled drags (and that extra 10lb. plate totally counts). Keep up the great work!
ps - your niece is gorgeous![/quote]
Thanks, shandwill. I’m trying to keep repeating the mantra ‘chicken is your friend’, but I can’t. The taste of poultry is gonna drive me insane.
The sled drags are the highlight of my workout. It makes me feel really strong, especially after I drag WW. I wish I had a sled at home to use every day. My legs have changed soo much since I started doing that.
My workout today:
Alt shoulder press: 1x6(15), 2x10(20)
Rear arm extensions: 2x10(15)
Chins: 2x10
DB pullovers: 2x10(35)
Tate press: 3x8(10)
DB preacher curls: Drop sets 20x8, 15x8, 10x8
Med ball V-ups: 3x8
Only did 3 sets, I’ve been having abit of abdominal pain. Better safe than sorry. I think I’m gonna go shopping for some gear next week. My callouses are scaring people and my grip has been slipping alot lately. I personally love my callouses and I show them off as often as I can. Sadly, gen-pop don’t get it so I’m going to have to conform 
No better time than now to get some straps and chalk and see how that goes.
[quote]skyel7 wrote:
No better time than now to get some straps and chalk and see how that goes.
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If I were you, I’d get the chalk and forget the straps. Also, with callouses, moisturize your hands and if they start to get thick, file them down with a pumice stone. This not only feels nicer, it prevents them from shredding off. I’ve had that happen a few times and it hurts like a bitch and makes lifting tough because you have a big raw bleeding patch on your hand.
way to go on the chins!!! nice!!!i am jealous!
oh my god i wish i had your hatred of chicken problem…i have a similar thing for tuna…GAG. i can’t do it, i wish i could i just cannot get it down.
i can’t figure out the straps, i’ve tried them and they just sit all pristine in my gym bag never used. i use gloves for everything and reverse grip for deads…but my grip is abysmal.
i want to try those sled pulls too. there has to be a place that sells those for home use. they sell prowlers right?
[quote]Sindie wrote:
way to go on the chins!!! nice!!!i am jealous!
oh my god i wish i had your hatred of chicken problem…i have a similar thing for tuna…GAG. i can’t do it, i wish i could i just cannot get it down.
i can’t figure out the straps, i’ve tried them and they just sit all pristine in my gym bag never used. i use gloves for everything and reverse grip for deads…but my grip is abysmal.
i want to try those sled pulls too. there has to be a place that sells those for home use. they sell prowlers right?
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I know Elite FTS sells sleds and prowlers. However, my husband “made” his own sled when he worked at a gym without one. He simply took a crate or box (used for step-ups, etc.), flipped it over, filled it with weight plates, hooked a strap to it and had clients pull it on carpeted areas.
Also, my chicken issue sometimes crosses over into tuna, too =(
[quote]ouroboro_s wrote:
skyel7 wrote:
No better time than now to get some straps and chalk and see how that goes.
If I were you, I’d get the chalk and forget the straps. Also, with callouses, moisturize your hands and if they start to get thick, file them down with a pumice stone. This not only feels nicer, it prevents them from shredding off. I’ve had that happen a few times and it hurts like a bitch and makes lifting tough because you have a big raw bleeding patch on your hand.[/quote]
Thanks for the tip, ouroboro. I’m at a point where holding the steering wheel while driving is a pain…literally.
This weekend I’ll get some Elite.
[quote]Sindie wrote:
way to go on the chins!!! nice!!!i am jealous!
oh my god i wish i had your hatred of chicken problem…i have a similar thing for tuna…GAG. i can’t do it, i wish i could i just cannot get it down.
i can’t figure out the straps, i’ve tried them and they just sit all pristine in my gym bag never used. i use gloves for everything and reverse grip for deads…but my grip is abysmal.
i want to try those sled pulls too. there has to be a place that sells those for home use. they sell prowlers right?
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Yeah, Sindie. You can make one or get one at Elitefts.com. Getting the sled isn’t the issue, it’s getting the plates that I find costly. The prowlers run about $300+…then you still have to get the plates.
I feel you on the grip thing. Last weekend I was sooo mad, especially Sunday when I woke up and my lower back wasn’t even sore…gah! I’m gonna give chalk a go.
I found a way around tuna this week. I add spicy hummus to it and some salsa, mix it up and eat it with celery…
I can roll with some rotisserie chicken, but chicken breast is officially at the top of my shit list.
Today’s workout:
RDLs 2x10(145)
SB glute bridge: 2x10
Reverse lunges: 2x10(25)
Front squats: 2x10(95)
Ground based froggers: 2x10
Rollover to stand up: 2x10
My energy is pretty lukewarm. This week has been wierd. Running on caffeine and fumes.
I’m looking forward to starting a new program next week. I wish i could do GVT,though.
Looks ‘wicked awesome.’
what kinda program you heading into next week?? i’m sorta doing the gvt…kinda. and the thingie i’ve been doing has been pretty cool thus far 
yeah weights are freaking expensive…for a blob of plated concrete–bastards are not cheap!
[quote]Sindie wrote:
what kinda program you heading into next week?? i’m sorta doing the gvt…kinda. and the thingie i’ve been doing has been pretty cool thus far
yeah weights are freaking expensive…for a blob of plated concrete–bastards are not cheap![/quote]
Hi Sindie, heading into Total Body Assault…
I wish I was doing GVT, I was in love with the idea of a get-mass-quick scheme but my body has been responding really well to half body splits and I’ve put on some decent muscle. My lower body is finally starting to catch up with my upper body.
Ah my crappy little gym,
Testing my patience in every way.
If it’s not the patrons/trainers
It’s the equipment
Or lack thereof…
So, I’m now putting up the perfect little gym
…in my own head.
Sigh
Yesterday, there was a series of unfortunate events at the gym so I only managed to get in my triple set
of single-arm rows, Zercher squats and V-press ups 5x6. Missed out on abs and Jumprope…
Anywho…today was an off day 20 minutes steep incline walking on the treadmill. Dinner…mango chipotle salmon, steamed green beans and half an avocado mixed with salsa.
Thursday and Friday off, I think I’ll go for a swim, weather permitting.
Today I forgot the piece of paper that I had my workout written on so I had to wing it. I used a workout I had done last spring which worked really well for me. i hope Wolf will forgive me…
Today’s workout:
A1)Squat 65x15, 85x12, 105x10, 125x8
A2)Low Rows 55x15, 70x12, 85x10, 100x8
B1)Incline DB press 15x15, 20x12, 25x10, 30x8
B2)SLDL 95x15, 105x12, 125x10, 145x6
Hanging leg raises 15, 12, 10, 8
Standing shoulder press 10x15, 15x10, 20x6
Today is an off day from lifting. I did some ESW…KB swings and hill sprints. I may go for a walk or swim later on. I’m trying not to overdo it because I sucked last weekend. We did trap bar deads with chains last weekend. Between my sucky grip and overtraining, it was a short workout. The chains murdered me!! WW said I shouldn’t be doing direct legs training more than twice a week, too CNS-taxing.
My hamstrings are really tight, I need to buy a foam roller. They have them at my gym, but I rarely have time to do it there. When is the best time to foam roll…befor you lift or after?
Anyone?
[quote]skyel7 wrote:
Today is an off day from lifting. I did some ESW…KB swings and hill sprints. I may go for a walk or swim later on. I’m trying not to overdo it because I sucked last weekend. We did trap bar deads with chains last weekend. Between my sucky grip and overtraining, it was a short workout. The chains murdered me!! WW said I shouldn’t be doing direct legs training more than twice a week, too CNS-taxing.
My hamstrings are really tight, I need to buy a foam roller. They have them at my gym, but I rarely have time to do it there. When is the best time to foam roll…befor you lift or after?
Anyone? [/quote]
I prefer to warm up and then foam roll. I find it loosens my muscles and brings enough blood to them that they don’t hurt when I start lifting. On my off days (or if I’m particularly sore) I’ll roll again before bed. If I don’t roll before I lift and my legs already are a little achey, it takes more warm up sets to get ‘warm’ and my legs feel like crap for most of the session.
For your hamstrings, try a tennis/lacrosse ball. I personally find it awkward as hell to get enough pressure on my hamstrings with the roller. The tennis ball lets you target a bit more which I find works better for me for my hams/glutes. I may just be slow though…
bluah!!! i’m sorry to hear about your craptastic gym, i’ve been there, and its very frustrating to be all pumped up but unable to do stuff cuz the equipment is lacking:( GRR!!!
yeha, and the gvt is nice, but i’m getting really full and swollen in my legs. which i’m taking as a good sign, but its kinda uncomfortable at times and makes em feel like a lardo–though i know its to be expeted when my cute pants are like wheezing to get my legs into.
word up on the hanging leg raises!!! i gotta work on mine, my stupid grip gives out as usual way before my abs do, oh well…i will continue to be jealous of the grasshoper!! BLAST!!! i hope your gym experience gets better