My Raw Quest

[rose]

nate is push pressing, doc is pressing.

Even so, look ahead is still valid. Looking up is apparently bad for your neck*. And isn't head drive still relevant regardless of which press movement you're performing?

*Insert bro-shit reference here :pfft:

[Dr Squat]

nate is push pressing, doc is pressing.

Even so, look ahead is still valid. Looking up is apparently bad for your neck*. And isn't head drive still relevant regardless of which press movement you're performing?

*Insert bro-shit reference here :pfft:

Thanks Josh.

I agree Rose. I think Nate is on leave. Driving the head forward appears to be the key to a strong lockout. Something to work on. One of the most difficult things I have done.

Young Fry is one of those people who gets a movement straight away and makes it look easy and as though he's been doing it for years. I always make it look difficult but generally get there in the end.

[Dr Squat]

Saturday 23 January 2010- Arms

Arms is an extra workout for us. I felt stong on close grip last week so went for a PB this week and got 180 for 5 reps. Very pleased with my progress. 500 lb bench by the end of the year is looking on track so far. I managed to do 140 for 12 on the way down as well.

After close grip we gave our triceps a good working over. And then some biceps. I was a bit lazy with noting weights but will write them down from now on.

Close grip BB bench press- 60x10x2, 100x8, 120x5, 140x3, 160x3, 180x5, 140x12

Tricep pushdowns- 6 sets of 10-15

Overhead tricep rope extensions- 4 sets of 10-12

BB curls- 4 sets of 6-8

One arm DB curls- 4 sets of 10

Hammer curls- 3 sets of 8-10

[Mike Zero]

nate is push pressing, doc is pressing.

Even so, look ahead is still valid. Looking up is apparently bad for your neck*. And isn't head drive still relevant regardless of which press movement you're performing?

*Insert bro-shit reference here :pfft:

I was talking to Nate last week about push pressing the log and I think he was saying you need to look up. I'm not sure if it differs on strict pressing though. But having that thick ass log on your chest it feels much more stable looking up.

[rose]

nate is push pressing, doc is pressing.

Even so, look ahead is still valid. Looking up is apparently bad for your neck*. And isn't head drive still relevant regardless of which press movement you're performing?

*Insert bro-shit reference here :pfft:

I was talking to Nate last week about push pressing the log and I think he was saying you need to look up. I'm not sure if it differs on strict pressing though. But having that thick ass log on your chest it feels much more stable looking up.

On chest, yes I can understand that, but at the top of the pressing movement wouldn't you still drive head through whilst looking forward (as per his vid)? Would be interested to confirm.

[Mike Zero]

Even so, look ahead is still valid. Looking up is apparently bad for your neck*. And isn't head drive still relevant regardless of which press movement you're performing?

*Insert bro-shit reference here :pfft:

I was talking to Nate last week about push pressing the log and I think he was saying you need to look up. I'm not sure if it differs on strict pressing though. But having that thick ass log on your chest it feels much more stable looking up.

On chest, yes I can understand that, but at the top of the pressing movement wouldn't you still drive head through whilst looking forward (as per his vid)? Would be interested to confirm.

Yeah for sure.

[Dr Squat]

Even so, look ahead is still valid. Looking up is apparently bad for your neck*. And isn't head drive still relevant regardless of which press movement you're performing?

*Insert bro-shit reference here :pfft:

I was talking to Nate last week about push pressing the log and I think he was saying you need to look up. I'm not sure if it differs on strict pressing though. But having that thick ass log on your chest it feels much more stable looking up.

On chest, yes I can understand that, but at the top of the pressing movement wouldn't you still drive head through whilst looking forward (as per his vid)? Would be interested to confirm.

Yeah I think the starting position is looking up and driving foward the head as the bar transistions to lockout? Work in progress.

[Dr Squat]

Ben, our training partner with a PB 140 kg close grip for 4+1 assisted. Ben is a machine. Weighing a bit over 90 kg. Hopefully he will have a log on here shortly.

[Dr Squat]

The Week in Review

Like the rest of my log, this is probably for my benefit. But there you go!

Positives

- PB box squat with SS bar.

- PB incline BB bench.

- Good intensity on chest day.

- Good intensity on back day.

- PB on log and great shoulder workout.

- Good volume on leg press.

- Big PB on close grip bench.

- Eating was consistent.

Negatives

- Only managed 4 walks.

- Lacked intensity on posterior chain day after I had box squatted.

- Log form still ugly.

- Question mark on quad volume after leg pressing.

- Bicep training was crap.

My focus this week

- Daily walking 30-40 minutes

- Pushing my bodyweight to 107 kg.

- Improved intensity on posterior chain accessories. Fryup and I have discussed and we will effectively "start" our workout once we have box squatted.

- In general, going hard for the entire workout!

- Focus on a smart bicep training- NOT going soft!

- PB's this week in SS bar box squats (last week of cycle), incline BB and BB shoulder press. I may not close grip this week. I will decide in the next couple of days.

[Big john]

been reading yr logs for sometime now doc ...awsome stuff m8 keep it up 8)

[rose]

Yeah I think the starting position is looking up and driving foward the head as the bar transistions to lockout?

My very reliable and oh so knowledgable sources confirm the technique is to look up when log is on chest, then drive head forward when pressing to allow triceps to assist. A side note, imagine the pressure on lumbar discs if looking up while pressing :shock: *shudder* But I know you already know this Doc 8)

http://www.dieselcrew.com/strongman-log-instructional-video-i/

P.S. It's been scientifically proven that walking makes you fat!

[Dr Squat]

Yeah I think the starting position is looking up and driving foward the head as the bar transistions to lockout?

My very reliable and oh so knowledgable sources confirm the technique is to look up when log is on chest, then drive head forward when pressing to allow triceps to assist. A side note, imagine the pressure on lumbar discs if looking up while pressing :shock: *shudder* But I know you already know this Doc 8)

http://www.dieselcrew.com/strongman-log-instructional-video-i/

Thanks Rose. This is very useful. Lots to work on.

P.S. It's been scientifically proven that walking makes you fat!

I am your proof. Use me as your broshit reference! :oops:

[Dr Squat]

Monday 25 January 2010- Posterior Chain

Another really good day. 5 kg PB on the box and it was a lot more comfortable than the previous 2 weeks. So things are looking good for both my squat and deadlift.

SS Bar Box squats- 65x5, 105x3, 145+40kg of chainsx3, 185x+40kg of chainsx1, 225+40kg of chainsx1, 265+40kg of chainsx1

Rack pulls- 100x5, 140x5, 180x5

SLDL- 60x8, 100x5, 140x5x2

Leg curls- 4 sets of 8

Standing abs- 4 sets of 15

[steak]

Superb mate :clap: Nice work on the box

[Dr Squat]

My SS bar box effort on Monday.

[Dr Squat]

Tuesday 26 January 2010- Chest

Another good day with PBs on the incline and also my 140 for 9+1 assisted on incline after my 165 kg for 4 reps.

Also really pleased to get 140 for 12 reps on flat BB bench at the end of the workout.

Incline BB- 60x10x2, 80x8, 100x5, 120x3, 140x3, 165x4, 140x9+1 assisted

Flat flys- 25x10, 40x10x2, 40x8, 35x10

Flat BB bench- 60x10, 100x8, 140x12

Cable crossovers- 4 sets

[rose]

No gold lamé anywhere in those vids aye Doc. Thanks for posting vids! :grin:

[Dr Squat]

No gold lamé anywhere in those vids aye Doc. Thanks for posting vids! :grin:

Thanks Rose. Fry takes care of the technical stuff lol. Plastic weights make it easier. :nod:

[genetic freek]

You should have gone 160 bro

[rose]

The vids are great for anyone looking for tips re technique etc. Keep them coming. The plastic looks very real. What's your serect for making things look heavy? I mean your spotter is good at this too. He must not be REPs certified? Ahhh that's it, none of you are members of FitnessNZ :pfft:

[Dr Squat]

You should have gone 160 bro

Yeah you're probably right bro. Still I felt pretty good and my bodyweight is creeping up so 165 for 4 is a good result. Will have a chat to DS and see what he thinks. Likely to head back to some more volume for a few weeks and do:

2 sets of 10

2 sets of 8

2 sets of 6

It was this base work that got my incline moving in the right direction. Those 6 sets are farken hard work.

[Dr Squat]

The vids are great for anyone looking for tips re technique etc. Keep them coming. The plastic looks very real. What's your serect for making things look heavy? I mean your spotter is good at this too. He must not be REPs certified? Ahhh that's it, none of you are members of FitnessNZ :pfft:

I really appreciate your positive comments Rose and others.

It is fair to say that I have had a bit of a debate with my self over the last few days about being so public with my training. I suspect a few people are on this site to create disharmony for others and this annoys me. There are a couple of reasons I post my detailed training.

- This is not the sole/main reason but I do find it good to keep myself accountable to myself. I can track my own progress and set some goals;

- I want to promote the good work that we are doing (IMHO) at Eastside Barbell. And before anyone has a crack at me for advertising let's remember that Eastside is a not for profit incorporated society. I'm one of many at Eastside who donate their time to others everyday and if you want to accuse my of being a Nick Smith clone then PM me and I will set you straight.

- I want to encourage others to work toward being as good as they possibly can be. I train with a couple of guys and we know what makes each other tick. We are not world beaters but we do know a thing or two but more importantly we are committed to continual improvement. We don't think we are better or worse than anyone else! We just want to get better. Such a simple concept.

That's my little rant. I'm always open to feedback. :nod:

[Luigi]

It is fair to say that I have had a bit of a debate with my self over the last few days about being so public with my training. I suspect a few people are on this site to create disharmony for others and this annoys me. There are a couple of reasons I post my detailed training.

yes there is a heap of them on this site, but who in particular are you talking about ?

[Dr Squat]

yes there is a heap of them on this site, but who in particular are you talking about ?

I don't think there is any value in being specific bro. My point is not aimed at sparking a war of words. I'm too old for drama lol. I don't think there is a heap of them. The nature of the internet is that we all probably say too much at times. I'm not suggesting we all need to agree all of the time. Quite the opposite. Constructive feedback is great. But nobody needs to treat others badly. I don't understand why that needs to happen.

Enough said from me. I do tend to go on when I get started.

[rose]

if you want to accuse my of being a Nick Smith clone then PM me and I will set you straight.

If people can't tell the difference, then they have a lot more to worry about. IMO they should probably address those issues before having a crack at you.

Looking at the free workshop for college students (among other things), it's easy to see that ESB is actively promoting the sport in NZ rather than profiteering.

It would be a shame to see your log go. As I noted before, the vids are beneficial for tips, and seeing how someone trains at your level is inspiring for other lifters.

Heh, at the very least, just keep posting vids for me LOL :grin: I ran out of popcorn ages ago but apparently the husks stick around in your colon for years and years and years so umm yeah :shock: :pfft:

Oh and if you leave, that's quitting!

Winners never quit and quitters never win