May 22nd workout

Going back in time to Tuesday, where I left off.    Warm up:   Resistance band lateral leg raises: 4 x 25, green band Hip adduction machine: 4 x 25, 40 lbs Kettlebell stiff legged deadlifts: 4 x 25, 4 kg Workout: Conventional deadlift: 9 x 3-6, 150 lbs (50% 1RM) Barbell back squat (lowContinue reading “May 22nd workout”

Bench and circuits

Today I worked on speed/explosive training with my core lifts — the bench press.    Warm Up:   Lat pulldown (wide): 4 x 25, 50 lbs Assisted pull ups (wide): 4 x 25, 150 lbs Assisted dips: 4 x 25, 150 lbs  Workout Barbell bench press: 9 x 3-6, (70% 1RM) 60 lbs Barbell benchContinue reading “Bench and circuits”

Friday’s workout make up day

No excuses Friday was my make up day since I had missed Wednesday’s bench session. It was heavier lifting day, so close to my max day with my core lifting. Accessory work I made a strength (heavier load) as well to match it.    Warm up:   Cable straight arm pulldown: 4 x 25, 30Continue reading “Friday’s workout make up day”

Do More —

I could have very well stopped and been complacent with reps, after progressing but instead I decided, to DO MORE because I CAN. Why be complacent if I want results.    Today’s workout reminded me, I can do it and I will do it.    Warm up:   Leg press: 4 x 25, 60 lbsContinue reading “Do More —”

May 15th Sumos & Squats

Speed and explosiveness   Warm Up:   Linear leg press: 4 x 25, 118 lbs (platform only) Kettlebell swings: 4 x 25, 12 lbs front box jumps: 4 x 25 Workout: Sumo deadlift: 9 x 3-6, 125 lbs (55% 1RM) Barbell back squat (low bar, wide stance): 9 x 3-6, 110 lbs (55% 1RM) BarbellContinue reading “May 15th Sumos & Squats”