Went swimming for about 2 hours with my oldest and the cousins. I'm water logged, but I did some good stretching and movement in the pool and loosened up a good bit.
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Day 396
Band Shoulder Warmup
Incline Bench Press
bar x 5
135 x 5
175 x 5
200 x 5
225 x 5
Deadlift
225 x 3
325 x 5(DO grip)
375 x 5 (DO grip)
425 x 5 (straps, no belt)
strict press 2 reps, push press 2 reps, jerk 2 reps
bar x 1 round
115 x 1 round
165 x 2 rounds
I had to then move a bunch of plates from my frame I was practicing on for the contest out in the back yard. That zapped my last remaining strength.
Incline Bench Press
bar x 5
135 x 5
175 x 5
200 x 5
225 x 5
Deadlift
225 x 3
325 x 5(DO grip)
375 x 5 (DO grip)
425 x 5 (straps, no belt)
strict press 2 reps, push press 2 reps, jerk 2 reps
bar x 1 round
115 x 1 round
165 x 2 rounds
I had to then move a bunch of plates from my frame I was practicing on for the contest out in the back yard. That zapped my last remaining strength.
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Day 394
I'm back.
I could tell you about what a wreck I was post contest, or how busy I've been since, but it's time for a fresh start.
I went to Charlotte last week to visit my sister and took the kiddos and wife and we shot some fireworks and spent time with family and in general had a great time.
Today was my first real day back in the gym. I did do a little something last week but it's not worth mentioning.
Today
Shoulder warmup
The Stick to my quads, hams, calf
Goblet squats x 10
couch stretch
KB swings x 20
triceps stretch
Squat 135 x 5, 235 x 5, 275 x 5, 310 x 5
Log press 155 x 5, 185 x 5, 205 x 5
Axle Floor Press 200 x 10,10,4 (15 secs rest b/w sets)
Band Lat Pulldown with a squeeze and hold at the bottom x 4 x 8
Pullups 5 singles (these kill my left bicep, but I don't care)
sweat... lots of sweat...
I could tell you about what a wreck I was post contest, or how busy I've been since, but it's time for a fresh start.
I went to Charlotte last week to visit my sister and took the kiddos and wife and we shot some fireworks and spent time with family and in general had a great time.
Today was my first real day back in the gym. I did do a little something last week but it's not worth mentioning.
Today
Shoulder warmup
The Stick to my quads, hams, calf
Goblet squats x 10
couch stretch
KB swings x 20
triceps stretch
Squat 135 x 5, 235 x 5, 275 x 5, 310 x 5
Log press 155 x 5, 185 x 5, 205 x 5
Axle Floor Press 200 x 10,10,4 (15 secs rest b/w sets)
Band Lat Pulldown with a squeeze and hold at the bottom x 4 x 8
Pullups 5 singles (these kill my left bicep, but I don't care)
sweat... lots of sweat...
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Day 377
Contest Day
Last in my division.
In all fairness, I gave it my best, honest to God, effort.
Had a great time seeing some old friends and meeting some new.
I love the competition, I love to hear "take your grip!", I love to hear the whistle blow, I love to give it all I've got for the next 60 seconds, I love finding my limits and watching others find theirs.
Strongman is my thing, but it has passed me by, I'm not very good at it, but that's ok, I know PLENTY of terrible golfers.
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Many, Many "thank you"s to
Scott Helms and Dane Garreau for a very well run, and fun contest. All of the Georgia crew really, they are fun to compete with.
"The World's Strongest Alabama Fan" Brad and Kim "Team Mom" Stanford, although we were accused of trying to turn the contest into "Barner Convention", I am always thankful for the encouragement and coaching I get from someone who is older and has more experience than me. Your wise words and perspective ("you beat everyone who was too scared to sign up") is what keeps me coming back. Thank You.
Zack Roberts, a Renaissance man if there ever was one. From theology to politics to economics to weightlifting to life there is scarcely a topic that you cannot discuss with authority, and I am thankful to have shared much of that as we traveled the road early Saturday morning and late Saturday afternoon. I'm better for your friendship and can't say thanks enough for doing an awesome job with the contest photos.
Will Bagley, The 265 class was eliminated and you didn't even flinch. The lightest man in the Super Heavy Weights by 30lbs. and you deadlifted 805lbs without gear when everyone else had on suits... I cannot be more impressed with your drive, your strength, and your character. You are still young and stupid, but I imagine that will ease off over time. I'm glad I'll be around to see it and help you grow.
And with that I'm I think I'm going to hang it up for a while unless a contest just falls in my lap. Time to lose some weight, work on some weaknesses and focus my efforts on some other areas of life... First on the list, relax and have some fun, and enjoy training when I'm able to do it.
Husband, Father, Strongman, always, always, in that order.
Last in my division.
In all fairness, I gave it my best, honest to God, effort.
Had a great time seeing some old friends and meeting some new.
I love the competition, I love to hear "take your grip!", I love to hear the whistle blow, I love to give it all I've got for the next 60 seconds, I love finding my limits and watching others find theirs.
Strongman is my thing, but it has passed me by, I'm not very good at it, but that's ok, I know PLENTY of terrible golfers.
----
Many, Many "thank you"s to
Scott Helms and Dane Garreau for a very well run, and fun contest. All of the Georgia crew really, they are fun to compete with.
"The World's Strongest Alabama Fan" Brad and Kim "Team Mom" Stanford, although we were accused of trying to turn the contest into "Barner Convention", I am always thankful for the encouragement and coaching I get from someone who is older and has more experience than me. Your wise words and perspective ("you beat everyone who was too scared to sign up") is what keeps me coming back. Thank You.
Zack Roberts, a Renaissance man if there ever was one. From theology to politics to economics to weightlifting to life there is scarcely a topic that you cannot discuss with authority, and I am thankful to have shared much of that as we traveled the road early Saturday morning and late Saturday afternoon. I'm better for your friendship and can't say thanks enough for doing an awesome job with the contest photos.
Will Bagley, The 265 class was eliminated and you didn't even flinch. The lightest man in the Super Heavy Weights by 30lbs. and you deadlifted 805lbs without gear when everyone else had on suits... I cannot be more impressed with your drive, your strength, and your character. You are still young and stupid, but I imagine that will ease off over time. I'm glad I'll be around to see it and help you grow.
And with that I'm I think I'm going to hang it up for a while unless a contest just falls in my lap. Time to lose some weight, work on some weaknesses and focus my efforts on some other areas of life... First on the list, relax and have some fun, and enjoy training when I'm able to do it.
Husband, Father, Strongman, always, always, in that order.
Friday, June 21, 2013
Day 376
My wife left this afternoon to take the kids to her parents in Hoover for a visit. Now I'm in a quiet house with nothing but my anxiety and nerves to keep me company.
I packed all my gear, ran through my checklist twice.
Gonna try and get some sleep, going to be a long day tomorrow.
I packed all my gear, ran through my checklist twice.
Gonna try and get some sleep, going to be a long day tomorrow.
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Day 375
Fed the Baby, played with the little lady, and hung around the house this afternoon. I printed a checklist for my gear/supplies to take to the contest. It's pretty comprehensive, and helps to have it all written down.
Not long now.
Not long now.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
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