See what I’m up against. Although, I’m not complaining.
If that’s supposed to be you I’m calling bs on your age. 42 my ass. You’re obviously about 26.
Bobbi sure knows how to make herself loved. 
Bobbi: Yes that’s me. And I’m only 40, not 42! But, thanks for the compliment. I’ve taking pretty good care of myself, so I’m aging well. And I’m wearing makeup in this picture, I really need to figure out how to put that shit on. And really, 40’s not that old. I’m new to the decade, but I’m finding it to be a real sweet spot.
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Training 3-3-3 squats.
Holy hardness. This workout kicked my ass. I now have the goldilocks problem–my once too high squats are now too low. I fear my solution lies in a box, but I don’t have one. And because I’m doing 5-3-1 and Wendler is no fan of the box, I’m going to continue to grope about for just rightness while I press forward.
Squats.
45x5
65x5
67.5x3
77.5x3
100x20 (+3 pr) These were low and slow. I probably should’ve stopped at 15 because my form really started to break down after that. But I am a stubborn, stubborn person.
Boring But Big squats. Although I used the same weight that I used for BBB bench, these were so much harder. Indeed, there was no supersetting of go go bulgarians. There was just squatting, and I barely got them–67.5x10x5
Then I made myself jump. Box, long, rebound, tuck all x10.
Kimba: Here’s a short clip of me doing what I call rebounds…I’m jumping off a low box and “immediately” jumping up on to a higher box. The higher box is the one I use for box jumps too. As you can see, I’m not at all explosive. It’s still fun though.
Nadia- you are quite beautiful and I’ve seen the powerlifters do the box jump thing, great for the legs.
I don’t think 40 is old at all. The best 20 years of your life are supposed to be between 40 and 60. I’m just saying, if I saw you out, I’d say something. Take it as a compliment.
Is there such a thing as a too low squat? Thanks for the tips…and the vid. I will add some jumping to my routine and see where it takes me.
Also agree 40 isn’t old. My parents are in their 80s. That’s old. They can hardly move. (Something I aim to avoid by being awesome now). Me - I’m still learning new skills and setting PBs at 43.
Nadia, that is a HUGE BOX! Wow. I do like the idea of jumping, but my depth perception is crap so I am kinda skeered…
Frenchi and Bobbie: Thank you.
Cal: I think there is such a thing as too low of a squat if you are chasing numbers and playing the power lifting game like I am.
Kimba: I had to work my way up to that box and even then I was scared the first time I jumped on to it. I’d like to try a higher box, but logistics are a problem. Home gyms have their limitations.
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Training.
6 miles yesterday–trying to outrun BBB squat soreness. It didn’t work.
Today 3-3-3 military–used whatever weight–just trying to see how full rom felt. It didn’t feel great.
55x3
60x3
65x3 (Tanked).
BBB 45x10x5. (barely)
HLR 5 sets of 12
Some pullups
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Hope everyone has a safe and happy new year.
[quote]Nadia Comeandeat wrote:
I think there is such a thing as too low of a squat if you are chasing numbers and playing the power lifting game like I am.
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Absolutely. I was recently put in squat rehab for going too low. If anyone wonders how low is too low, go visit my log (“Snap Back”) in the old folks’ home and look for vids from my last meet on page 35. People at the meet called me [humorous] names because I was going so low.
Seriously, Ms. Nadia, if your goal is truly to chase numbers and play the powerlifting game, I think you need to decrease your reps and add more weight to the bar. 20 squats? Holy shit. I never do more than five reps at a working weight. And preferably three. Seems to me like your 1 RM is set way too low. I say this because I really think you have a lot of potential if you want to get into competitive powerlifting.
And as for the 40s decade? It’s the best. I’m midway through it and love being the strongest, sexiest, most confident I’ve ever been.
Happy New Year.
Those rebounds should be wicked fast. They’re all about fast twitch. Spend minimal time touching the ground. SPEED SPEED SPEED!
Happy New Year! It will be so entertaining to watch you go after it in 2011!
Lol! What a clown your hubby is - and what a great looking couple.
Honestly, 40 does sound fabulous. And all the women I know in their 40s always say the same - best years of their lives. I can roll with that.
I find running or other ss cardio makes my DOMs feel better too - at least most of the time. I wonder if there’s a science behind it. Hm…
MPs look good! Good work.
Happy 2011!
[quote]Nadia Comeandeat wrote:
Nikki: Yes, the view was one reason I was laughing. It was also a nervous laugh brought on by fears of being t-bagged.
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Fear? More like anticipation!
Lol ;D
You get a PR every darn day, take a break!
Nah, I’m teasing, machines don’t need breaks and you keep killing it for as long as you can, all into the new year.
Speaking of, Happy New Year Gawgeous!
Hi snap, Thank’s for your encouragement. I know my rep numbers are high. I considered raising my “max” more substantially this cycle, but with the form and fear issues I have with squats, I decided (again) to take it slowly. And, I looked into doing a PL meet this spring. Found one, got excited about it (I could wear my pretty red belt there), read the rules, but now have balked. I’m used to road races, where you pay your entry fee, sign a waiver, and show up–no weigh ins, no drug tests, no costumes required. I just want to participate and recreate. PL meets, with all their scrutiny, don’t seem to allow for that level of engagement. I’m not ready to compete. And with my rock star addiction, I’d fail the drug test anyway. Guarana is tasty. Seriously, what’s with the tampons are okay rule? I mean come on.
Bobbi: Thanks for the advice. Maybe I need to try a lower box to work on speed? It’s amazing how slow to react my legs are. Dead from all that slow sloppy running I suppose. For a good year, I didn’t progress on squats, because I associated my slow assed reps with weakness.
Kimba: 2011 is going to be fun. You’re going to be running your first 5k race right?
Masch: I don’t know if there is any science to support the idea that s/s cario reduces doms, but even if the science suggested otherwise, it doesn’t matter to me. It feels good and it seems to work for me, so I’m gonna do it.
Nikki: you are a naughty little girl! I love how you get me.
40s do sound good…kids will be outta the house!!! (we started young)
Happy New year!!
[quote]Nadia Comeandeat wrote:
PL meets, with all their scrutiny, don’t seem to allow for that level of engagement. I’m not ready to compete. And with my rock star addiction, I’d fail the drug test anyway. Guarana is tasty. Seriously, what’s with the tampons are okay rule? I mean come on.
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What fed did you look at?
Tampon rule?
Not everyone is drug tested. After the results are in, a handful of people exhibiting the best results are tested. I’ve done five meets but have never been tested (not a surprise since I certainly don’t have superhuman strength).
The fed is uspa.
RUle 3.9 For hygiene purposes both men and women may wear additional small non-supportive
protective cotton briefs/panties. Boxer type shorts or any other material is not permitted.
Women may also wear a bra provided it contains no special support. The use of tampons,
sanitary napkins, or related articles used for feminine hygiene protection is permitted.
I could have sworn I read that this fed drug tested for the presence of stimulants found in over the counter meds and energy drinks, and mentioned guarana specifically, which I noted was in rockstar. But, now I can’t find that rule. Hmm.
I’m just a chicken shit. But really 28 pages of rules is a little off putting to an anarchist newbie like me.
Gosh, pages of rules just make me want to break them. I’m not good with authoritah. Shocking!
Actually, running a 5K race in under 30 minutes (one hopes, well under) is currently on my draft 2011 goal list.