Entry #716
Well, today ruled. George and I went hiking up at Castle Rock. It got dark early, so I kept running into things and slipping off ledges. I'm pretty sure I almost killed myself on more instances than one, which is the mark of a worthwhile day. We didn't run into any wolverines or anything, but we did get fined by the ranger when we emerged for staying past dark. I had to restrain myself from saying "Awesome" when he was lecturing us on how people have died here. What a wuss. Dying builds character.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Monday, December 15, 2008
Entry #714
These fools running my gym almost got to me last week, but I'm feeling more level-headed now. Basically, renovations here mean that almost everything useful is getting dumped.
Both bench press benches are gone (two was already a disproportionate number compared to their rate of usage). The new one that's replaced them is horrible. The pins are set far too low, so you have to pin press the weight to get it set up.
Solution: bench in the power rack.
The power rack is sitting alone and untended to in the off-limits room, which I use anyways. Who knows how much longer it'll stay.
Solution: don't let any construction worker near it.
They got rid of the reverse hyperextension station.
Solution: glute ham raises on one of the many leg curl machines.
Rusty, Soviet-era iron plates have been replaced by wafer-thin rubber ones.
Solution: murder.
ME upper
Floor press:
6 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 310, 330 lbs.
Overhead EZ bar extensions:
3 x 8 105 lbs.
Super-setted with:
Bilateral dumbbell curls:
3 x 8 45 lb. dumbbells
> Weights were extremely light in consideration of time.
Bent-over lateral raises:
2 x 16 45 lb. dumbbells
The gym closed at this point, so I went over to the track for pull-ups and ab work.
These fools running my gym almost got to me last week, but I'm feeling more level-headed now. Basically, renovations here mean that almost everything useful is getting dumped.
Both bench press benches are gone (two was already a disproportionate number compared to their rate of usage). The new one that's replaced them is horrible. The pins are set far too low, so you have to pin press the weight to get it set up.
Solution: bench in the power rack.
The power rack is sitting alone and untended to in the off-limits room, which I use anyways. Who knows how much longer it'll stay.
Solution: don't let any construction worker near it.
They got rid of the reverse hyperextension station.
Solution: glute ham raises on one of the many leg curl machines.
Rusty, Soviet-era iron plates have been replaced by wafer-thin rubber ones.
Solution: murder.
ME upper
Floor press:
6 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 310, 330 lbs.
Overhead EZ bar extensions:
3 x 8 105 lbs.
Super-setted with:
Bilateral dumbbell curls:
3 x 8 45 lb. dumbbells
> Weights were extremely light in consideration of time.
Bent-over lateral raises:
2 x 16 45 lb. dumbbells
The gym closed at this point, so I went over to the track for pull-ups and ab work.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Monday, December 8, 2008
Entry #712
ME upper
Floor press:
6 x 5 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 310 lbs.
> Form was superb.
Overhead EZ bar extensions:
1 x 10 85 lbs.
2 x 8 95 lbs.
Super-setted with:
Bilateral dumbbell curls:
1 x 12 45 lb. dumbbells
2 x 10 45 lb. dumbbells
> Weights were extremely light in consideration of time.
Bent-over lateral raises:
2 x 16 45 lb. dumbbells
The gym closed at this point, so I went over to the track for pull-ups and ab work.
ME upper
Floor press:
6 x 5 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 310 lbs.
> Form was superb.
Overhead EZ bar extensions:
1 x 10 85 lbs.
2 x 8 95 lbs.
Super-setted with:
Bilateral dumbbell curls:
1 x 12 45 lb. dumbbells
2 x 10 45 lb. dumbbells
> Weights were extremely light in consideration of time.
Bent-over lateral raises:
2 x 16 45 lb. dumbbells
The gym closed at this point, so I went over to the track for pull-ups and ab work.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Entry #710
My delts are completely fried. I thought it was a skin rash or something at first, but it's actually just very concentrated soreness. This bodes well for MP next week.
This will be the first Thanksgiving in years that I'm eating dinner with anybody. I'd rather go out and train, but I'm forcing myself to attend at my father's invitation. At least there will be food. I plan on bringing The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing to indulge in while everyone is talking after dinner. I don't speak Farsi, so I'd end up just sitting there and being clueless anyways.
I plan on doing HIIT when I finally get back.
My delts are completely fried. I thought it was a skin rash or something at first, but it's actually just very concentrated soreness. This bodes well for MP next week.
This will be the first Thanksgiving in years that I'm eating dinner with anybody. I'd rather go out and train, but I'm forcing myself to attend at my father's invitation. At least there will be food. I plan on bringing The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing to indulge in while everyone is talking after dinner. I don't speak Farsi, so I'd end up just sitting there and being clueless anyways.
I plan on doing HIIT when I finally get back.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Entry #709
Renovations continue at the gym. Look no further for the futility and wastefulness of human nature. The walls don't need painting, but they get paint. The equipment doesn't need reorganizing, but they get reorganized. The rooms don't need to be switched, but they get switched. Maybe they're just artificially trying to create jobs. In that case, I salute their patriotism.
I was shaking my head yesterday and muttering, "Too many machines", and one of the employees laughed and said, "Yeah, someone like you doesn't need these things." They got rid of the basketball court to fill it up with useless exercise machines. How many leg curl stations do you need? The answer is zero, for the record.
Today was pretty badass, though. They're moving everything into the other room, so everything was a mess. Sure enough, though, the power rack was in its usual spot. I did squats amidst what looked like a warzone. Machines and benches lay piled in heaps around me, and I stood the victor.
DE lower
Speed front squats:
10 x 2 225 lbs.
Good mornings:
2 x 8 220 lbs.
I ran out of time here, so I went to the high school and finished up in the grass.
Strict crunches
Crush gripper
Renovations continue at the gym. Look no further for the futility and wastefulness of human nature. The walls don't need painting, but they get paint. The equipment doesn't need reorganizing, but they get reorganized. The rooms don't need to be switched, but they get switched. Maybe they're just artificially trying to create jobs. In that case, I salute their patriotism.
I was shaking my head yesterday and muttering, "Too many machines", and one of the employees laughed and said, "Yeah, someone like you doesn't need these things." They got rid of the basketball court to fill it up with useless exercise machines. How many leg curl stations do you need? The answer is zero, for the record.
Today was pretty badass, though. They're moving everything into the other room, so everything was a mess. Sure enough, though, the power rack was in its usual spot. I did squats amidst what looked like a warzone. Machines and benches lay piled in heaps around me, and I stood the victor.
DE lower
Speed front squats:
10 x 2 225 lbs.
Good mornings:
2 x 8 220 lbs.
I ran out of time here, so I went to the high school and finished up in the grass.
Strict crunches
Crush gripper
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
Friday, November 14, 2008
Entry #706
I'm raging over the renovations that my gym is going through. They've replaced all of the rusty metal plates with these wimpy black rubbers that aren't even as thick. It doesn't really make a difference, of course, but it's the principle of the matter. Luckily, last week, I smuggled four of the old 45s out of their shipping area and into the weight room. They've since been left behind, and I use them on every occasion.
Now, on the bar, that makes for only 225, so when I was doing squats today, I was looking for something else to use besides the new plates when I thought about going with the Soviet-style Olympic ones they have marked in kilograms. They're also rubberized, but they're thick and scarred. Nobody ever uses them. Perfect.
Also, it's worth noting that I've started doing standing ab work with the bands at the advice of EliteFTS. My midsection is still shredded from Tuesday's session. This should translate to better control on squats.
ME lower
Squats:
7 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 315, 365, 395 lbs.
> Very easy.
Side lunges:
3 x 8 135, 185, 185 lbs.
> This was a new movement from the pages of Hatfield's book.
Reverse hyperextensions:
1 x 8
Crush gripper:
3 x 5
For dinner, I made this:
Fatal to mortal men, the Manwich is more than mere food - it is an experience.
An experience mostly of anger as the entire thing falls apart on the first bite.
I'm raging over the renovations that my gym is going through. They've replaced all of the rusty metal plates with these wimpy black rubbers that aren't even as thick. It doesn't really make a difference, of course, but it's the principle of the matter. Luckily, last week, I smuggled four of the old 45s out of their shipping area and into the weight room. They've since been left behind, and I use them on every occasion.
Now, on the bar, that makes for only 225, so when I was doing squats today, I was looking for something else to use besides the new plates when I thought about going with the Soviet-style Olympic ones they have marked in kilograms. They're also rubberized, but they're thick and scarred. Nobody ever uses them. Perfect.
Also, it's worth noting that I've started doing standing ab work with the bands at the advice of EliteFTS. My midsection is still shredded from Tuesday's session. This should translate to better control on squats.
ME lower
Squats:
7 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 315, 365, 395 lbs.
> Very easy.
Side lunges:
3 x 8 135, 185, 185 lbs.
> This was a new movement from the pages of Hatfield's book.
Reverse hyperextensions:
1 x 8
Crush gripper:
3 x 5
For dinner, I made this:
Fatal to mortal men, the Manwich is more than mere food - it is an experience.
An experience mostly of anger as the entire thing falls apart on the first bite.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Entry #705
Rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated.
Things started to go awry at around the end of October. The gym was closed on Halloween (which is a stupid reason), so I went back on Saturday to squat. My left knee was giving me problems, and I didn't get past 355. For some reason, the last thing I wanted to do was acknowledge weakness even more by recording it.
Fast-forward through some more mediocre sessions, and I'm back where I need to be.
Rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated.
Things started to go awry at around the end of October. The gym was closed on Halloween (which is a stupid reason), so I went back on Saturday to squat. My left knee was giving me problems, and I didn't get past 355. For some reason, the last thing I wanted to do was acknowledge weakness even more by recording it.
Fast-forward through some more mediocre sessions, and I'm back where I need to be.
Friday, October 31, 2008
Entry #704
Today started out mediocre but eventually made up for itself. For one, my back was sore, and not in the good kind of context. I would have had to cancel if today was a deadlift or squat session. RE upper went by, as boring as always. I overcompensated for the fact that I was hungry last time by eating like a savage, and I was full and lethargic as a consequence.
This old guy that I always see (he's the one who filmed my bench video) was having trouble with squats. I use "old" in the most technical sense possible, because he's stronger and more energetic than most of the young people there. Anyways, he failed on his first rep, but luckily, the safety bars saved him. He cursed and I asked him if he needed a spot, and he goes, "No, I'm just cramping up badly."
"Oh, is it in your calves? Or your quads?"
"Up in my quads."
"You know, I usually punch my legs in between sets when mine hurt. It helps keep them tense, while at the same time promoting blood flow through the region."
"Oh, really? I'll try that."
"Also, try to visualize disbursing your weight on the blades of your feet."
We went on like that for a bit, and then he did five perfect ATG squats. "Huge difference," he remarked after he reracked.
"You go really deep," I complimented.
"Yeah, it's because of how much I've watched you."
Just talking about squats got my blood boiling, and I finished up the session much, much stronger than the level I started it at. I owe that guy.
Today started out mediocre but eventually made up for itself. For one, my back was sore, and not in the good kind of context. I would have had to cancel if today was a deadlift or squat session. RE upper went by, as boring as always. I overcompensated for the fact that I was hungry last time by eating like a savage, and I was full and lethargic as a consequence.
This old guy that I always see (he's the one who filmed my bench video) was having trouble with squats. I use "old" in the most technical sense possible, because he's stronger and more energetic than most of the young people there. Anyways, he failed on his first rep, but luckily, the safety bars saved him. He cursed and I asked him if he needed a spot, and he goes, "No, I'm just cramping up badly."
"Oh, is it in your calves? Or your quads?"
"Up in my quads."
"You know, I usually punch my legs in between sets when mine hurt. It helps keep them tense, while at the same time promoting blood flow through the region."
"Oh, really? I'll try that."
"Also, try to visualize disbursing your weight on the blades of your feet."
We went on like that for a bit, and then he did five perfect ATG squats. "Huge difference," he remarked after he reracked.
"You go really deep," I complimented.
"Yeah, it's because of how much I've watched you."
Just talking about squats got my blood boiling, and I finished up the session much, much stronger than the level I started it at. I owe that guy.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
Entry #702
Bench press:
5 x 5 135, 185, 225, 275, 295 lbs.
1 x 4½ 300 lbs.
> I didn't get the lockout on that last rep, but I had it high enough to rerack. What can I say, I was hungry. And to be fair, they were applying fresh paint to one side of the gym, so I probably had cancer from the fumes.
Tate press:
4 x 8 65 lb. dumbbells
Some other stuff. Accessory work is feeling redundant to record.
It's time to start upping my conditioning. George will be back for Thanksgiving.
Bench press:
5 x 5 135, 185, 225, 275, 295 lbs.
1 x 4½ 300 lbs.
> I didn't get the lockout on that last rep, but I had it high enough to rerack. What can I say, I was hungry. And to be fair, they were applying fresh paint to one side of the gym, so I probably had cancer from the fumes.
Tate press:
4 x 8 65 lb. dumbbells
Some other stuff. Accessory work is feeling redundant to record.
It's time to start upping my conditioning. George will be back for Thanksgiving.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Friday, October 17, 2008
Entry #700
I was doing squats today when my pants ripped. It surprised me for a
second, but then I told myself to keep going and finish the set. I
thought they were loyal pants - I wore them when I first fought Malcom
(Ominous1 on GameFAQs) four years ago.
But any apparel that can't do squats is no apparel of mine. Good riddance.
ME lower
Squats:
6 x 5 135, 225, 275, 315, 355, 365 lbs.
> An easy PR. The walkout felt like nothing, thanks to all the band training I've done.
Lunges:
2 x 5 120 lb. dumbbells
Hyperextensions:
2 x 10 45 lb. plate (overhead)
I was doing squats today when my pants ripped. It surprised me for a
second, but then I told myself to keep going and finish the set. I
thought they were loyal pants - I wore them when I first fought Malcom
(Ominous1 on GameFAQs) four years ago.
But any apparel that can't do squats is no apparel of mine. Good riddance.
ME lower
Squats:
6 x 5 135, 225, 275, 315, 355, 365 lbs.
> An easy PR. The walkout felt like nothing, thanks to all the band training I've done.
Lunges:
2 x 5 120 lb. dumbbells
Hyperextensions:
2 x 10 45 lb. plate (overhead)
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Entry #699
I filmed myself on the bag, but my camera is retarded and cannot transfer video over eight minutes in duration. It was a seventeen minute session, and I had to cut out the entire first half before I could transfer it.
Some notes:
> Don't use "filler" blows that don't do anything in between spurts of activity. Make every punch count.
> Keep those elbows tucked.
> Guard was excellent for the most part, but hands slightly dropped at occasional moments later on.
> Excellent lateral movement.
> Not enough head movement.
I filmed myself on the bag, but my camera is retarded and cannot transfer video over eight minutes in duration. It was a seventeen minute session, and I had to cut out the entire first half before I could transfer it.
Some notes:
> Don't use "filler" blows that don't do anything in between spurts of activity. Make every punch count.
> Keep those elbows tucked.
> Guard was excellent for the most part, but hands slightly dropped at occasional moments later on.
> Excellent lateral movement.
> Not enough head movement.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Entry #698
Bag work: five three minute rounds. I practiced superb pacing today, coasting through the first few rounds and then going all out in the last set. A strong start is important, too, but this is the way to go in contrast to giving up all reserves early. I wasn't very tired after the fifth, so I can open up a little harder next time.
My hooks are up higher so they're landing at head-level now. Head movement was employed much better than last session. I'll film tomorrow's practice to see what I'm doing wrong in ways that can only be observed from an outside perspective, as is so often the case.
I didn't wear hand wraps, and my wrists were sore afterwards. I shouldn't neglect them.
Before that, I warmed-up with the PS2 Eyetoy, which actually tired out my sore shoulders. I wish there were some real games for it instead of cartoon minigame compilations, though. The Virtua Fighter one is the least embarrasing selection.
Later tonight:
DE lower
Band-assisted box squats (alternating parallel and ATG):
10 x 2 225 lbs.
> These bands are fucking strong. Unloading the bar requires a ton of stabilization, and since they're pulling back, I have to fight against the force or else I'll go flying backwards. Great speed here. Probably my best performance on these ever.
Romanian deadlifts (overhand grip):
3 x 8 310 lbs.
Ran out of time at this point, so I went to the track again and did planks and grip work. There were bats flying overhead. Made me hungry.
Bag work: five three minute rounds. I practiced superb pacing today, coasting through the first few rounds and then going all out in the last set. A strong start is important, too, but this is the way to go in contrast to giving up all reserves early. I wasn't very tired after the fifth, so I can open up a little harder next time.
My hooks are up higher so they're landing at head-level now. Head movement was employed much better than last session. I'll film tomorrow's practice to see what I'm doing wrong in ways that can only be observed from an outside perspective, as is so often the case.
I didn't wear hand wraps, and my wrists were sore afterwards. I shouldn't neglect them.
Before that, I warmed-up with the PS2 Eyetoy, which actually tired out my sore shoulders. I wish there were some real games for it instead of cartoon minigame compilations, though. The Virtua Fighter one is the least embarrasing selection.
Later tonight:
DE lower
Band-assisted box squats (alternating parallel and ATG):
10 x 2 225 lbs.
> These bands are fucking strong. Unloading the bar requires a ton of stabilization, and since they're pulling back, I have to fight against the force or else I'll go flying backwards. Great speed here. Probably my best performance on these ever.
Romanian deadlifts (overhand grip):
3 x 8 310 lbs.
Ran out of time at this point, so I went to the track again and did planks and grip work. There were bats flying overhead. Made me hungry.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Entry #697
I took a break from recording (but not training - good speed day with the bands last Thursday), and I've since sorted several things out. One method I'm going to be employing is starting a microcycle with a 5-rep span on max days, and then going down to 3 in the ensuing week.
ME upper
Floor presses:
6 x 5 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 300 lbs.
> I drastically underestimated myself on these due to poor perfomances from prior sessions. I would have continued on to heavier sets were it not for time. The key factor in maintaining the arch is to anchor my body down with my head.
Floor crushers:
1 x 8 135 lbs.
1 x 7 135 lbs.
1 x 6 135 lbs.
> Barbell skullcrushers done on the floor. I'll look up the proper name in Beyond Bodybuilding later on. They're awesome. I really had to work to drive the weight off the floor. They're much harder than conventional ones because the surface kills any momentum one might have. Also, they make a lot of noise, which drives away socializing gymbeciles.
EZ-bar front raises:
1 x 8 105 lbs.
> Too much back. Drop down to 95 next time.
The gym closed, at this point, so I went over to the track and did front raises with a garbage can and wide-grip pull-ups on the bar.
I took a break from recording (but not training - good speed day with the bands last Thursday), and I've since sorted several things out. One method I'm going to be employing is starting a microcycle with a 5-rep span on max days, and then going down to 3 in the ensuing week.
ME upper
Floor presses:
6 x 5 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 300 lbs.
> I drastically underestimated myself on these due to poor perfomances from prior sessions. I would have continued on to heavier sets were it not for time. The key factor in maintaining the arch is to anchor my body down with my head.
Floor crushers:
1 x 8 135 lbs.
1 x 7 135 lbs.
1 x 6 135 lbs.
> Barbell skullcrushers done on the floor. I'll look up the proper name in Beyond Bodybuilding later on. They're awesome. I really had to work to drive the weight off the floor. They're much harder than conventional ones because the surface kills any momentum one might have. Also, they make a lot of noise, which drives away socializing gymbeciles.
EZ-bar front raises:
1 x 8 105 lbs.
> Too much back. Drop down to 95 next time.
The gym closed, at this point, so I went over to the track and did front raises with a garbage can and wide-grip pull-ups on the bar.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008
Entry #695
I do board presses with a 25 lb. plate stacked on top of two thin phonebooks. Needless to say, I had this coming. Today, I was doing a set when the plate slide forward and smashed into my head. It stunned me for a second, and all 295 lbs. of the barbell fell onto my chest, which actually didn't hurt at all and makes me less tolerant now of people who are afraid to lift heavy because they have no spotter. I reracked the bar and looked in the mirror. My face was covered in blood, so I had to run to the bathroom and wash it off, ignoring concerned people asking if I was okay. There was a open gash along my brow. The girl at the front desk gave me bandages. The exchange was pretty funny.
"Oh my God. You're probably going to need stitches for that."
"Stitches are for weaklings."
"Do you need tissues?"
"No, I have paper towels."
"I mean, tissues are softer."
"Hell no. I don't want to baby this thing. It needs to learn a lesson."
"Oh, so you're a manly guy, huh?"
"Right. If I die, I'm going to sue you."
So I went back, and could barely put up 315 for 3, which would normally be nothing to me. I just can't keep tight while trying to balance this crap on me. There's no way to get a full arch. I left it at that, and walked home.
It's looking a lot better after cleaning it up. Hopefully, I get a scar.
I do board presses with a 25 lb. plate stacked on top of two thin phonebooks. Needless to say, I had this coming. Today, I was doing a set when the plate slide forward and smashed into my head. It stunned me for a second, and all 295 lbs. of the barbell fell onto my chest, which actually didn't hurt at all and makes me less tolerant now of people who are afraid to lift heavy because they have no spotter. I reracked the bar and looked in the mirror. My face was covered in blood, so I had to run to the bathroom and wash it off, ignoring concerned people asking if I was okay. There was a open gash along my brow. The girl at the front desk gave me bandages. The exchange was pretty funny.
"Oh my God. You're probably going to need stitches for that."
"Stitches are for weaklings."
"Do you need tissues?"
"No, I have paper towels."
"I mean, tissues are softer."
"Hell no. I don't want to baby this thing. It needs to learn a lesson."
"Oh, so you're a manly guy, huh?"
"Right. If I die, I'm going to sue you."
So I went back, and could barely put up 315 for 3, which would normally be nothing to me. I just can't keep tight while trying to balance this crap on me. There's no way to get a full arch. I left it at that, and walked home.
It's looking a lot better after cleaning it up. Hopefully, I get a scar.
Friday, October 3, 2008
Entry #694
Reverse-band deadlifts:
7 x 3 135, 225, 315, 365, 405, 455, 525 lbs.
> By no means a cakewalk, but all reps were fast and strong.
Dumbbell lunges:
3 x 8 115 lb. dumbbells
At home, I did ab work and grip training.
Tomorrow I'm going on a solo-hike. Hopefully, I get mauled by something rare and endangered.
Reverse-band deadlifts:
7 x 3 135, 225, 315, 365, 405, 455, 525 lbs.
> By no means a cakewalk, but all reps were fast and strong.
Dumbbell lunges:
3 x 8 115 lb. dumbbells
At home, I did ab work and grip training.
Tomorrow I'm going on a solo-hike. Hopefully, I get mauled by something rare and endangered.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Entry #693
I did a RE session today because next cycle will precede my bench attempt, and I want to save dynamic work for then. Coming fresh off of the bands should do a lot of good.
Since I lifted early today, I had time to practice at the track tonight. I did a circuit of skipping rope, shadowboxing, and kicking drills.
I did a RE session today because next cycle will precede my bench attempt, and I want to save dynamic work for then. Coming fresh off of the bands should do a lot of good.
Since I lifted early today, I had time to practice at the track tonight. I did a circuit of skipping rope, shadowboxing, and kicking drills.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Entry #691
Tonight, I did HIIT up and down the hill by my house until my legs felt like they were about explode, and then I went to the track, which was bad ass in its own right. There were bats flying overhead. I skipped rope and then did a stretching session for about half an hour. Also, I practiced kip-ups on the grass, which made me wet.
George will be back for Thanksgiving. I intend to "give" him "thanks" by kicking him in the head. I never even eat with any family or anything anyways, so that should be a great day for training. The streets will be empty.
Tonight, I did HIIT up and down the hill by my house until my legs felt like they were about explode, and then I went to the track, which was bad ass in its own right. There were bats flying overhead. I skipped rope and then did a stretching session for about half an hour. Also, I practiced kip-ups on the grass, which made me wet.
George will be back for Thanksgiving. I intend to "give" him "thanks" by kicking him in the head. I never even eat with any family or anything anyways, so that should be a great day for training. The streets will be empty.
Friday, September 26, 2008
Entry #690
ME lower
Reverse-band deadlifts:
7 x 3 135, 225, 315, 365, 405, 455, 515 lbs.
> Not hard, but I wasn't sure where I would stand. I expected these to be a lot harder than rack pulls, but that just wasn't the case.
Dumbbell lunges:
2 x 8 115 lb. dumbbells
1 x 5 115 lb. dumbbells
Hyperextensions:
2 x 8 45 lbs. (overhead)
At home, I did ab work and grip training.
ME lower
Reverse-band deadlifts:
7 x 3 135, 225, 315, 365, 405, 455, 515 lbs.
> Not hard, but I wasn't sure where I would stand. I expected these to be a lot harder than rack pulls, but that just wasn't the case.
Dumbbell lunges:
2 x 8 115 lb. dumbbells
1 x 5 115 lb. dumbbells
Hyperextensions:
2 x 8 45 lbs. (overhead)
At home, I did ab work and grip training.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Entry #689
Bag work (9/24): three three minute rounds. This session was filmed. There were tons of problems. First, my right is dropping after it connects and before I snap it back (at least my guard stays up). Joe Louis had this problem, and Max Schmeling picked it up by studying his tapes before he knocked Louis completely out. Now, that was Joe Louis, so just think how big of a problem this would be for mere mortals.
Also, I'm trying too hard to be fast, so I'm not leaning into anything as much as I should. Don't try to be flashy.
Hooks are always low. I've just noticed this. They never land at head-level.
On the plus side, my stamina is incredible, so at least I'd be able to go the distance; I'll just look ugly doing it.
After that - and this is still yesterday - I did HIIT on the hill again before tapering off on a steady run.
Today was DE day using the bands on speed bench. They worked great. I can't wait to build up to a 400 lb. bench press with these.
Bag work (9/24): three three minute rounds. This session was filmed. There were tons of problems. First, my right is dropping after it connects and before I snap it back (at least my guard stays up). Joe Louis had this problem, and Max Schmeling picked it up by studying his tapes before he knocked Louis completely out. Now, that was Joe Louis, so just think how big of a problem this would be for mere mortals.
Also, I'm trying too hard to be fast, so I'm not leaning into anything as much as I should. Don't try to be flashy.
Hooks are always low. I've just noticed this. They never land at head-level.
On the plus side, my stamina is incredible, so at least I'd be able to go the distance; I'll just look ugly doing it.
After that - and this is still yesterday - I did HIIT on the hill again before tapering off on a steady run.
Today was DE day using the bands on speed bench. They worked great. I can't wait to build up to a 400 lb. bench press with these.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Entry #688
I used the bands for the first time today with speed box squats. They ruled. Their rigidity was perfect, so I'm glad I got the 5's. The session went by slowly because I kept messing with the set-up, but I finally figured out to anchor them down with the safety bars set on the lowest holes.
Afterwards, I did good mornings for 215 x 8 (3 sets) and some ab work before finishing off with the Crush grippers.
I used the bands for the first time today with speed box squats. They ruled. Their rigidity was perfect, so I'm glad I got the 5's. The session went by slowly because I kept messing with the set-up, but I finally figured out to anchor them down with the safety bars set on the lowest holes.
Afterwards, I did good mornings for 215 x 8 (3 sets) and some ab work before finishing off with the Crush grippers.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Entry #686
Bag work: five three-minute rounds. My stamina impressed me. I was contemplating on whether or not to film it, and decided not to. I regret not doing so.
My range is at a good distance. It doesn't feel like I'm "stuffing" my punches, but film is really the best way to gauge this. Speed and power were more consistent than they've ever been. I'd venture to say that this was the best session I've ever done.
Something I'm doing is employing more lateral movement while throwing hard jabs. When it's time to change directions, I'll then compensate with a fast right. It seemed to work on George.
Gym-wise, I've been adding heavy dumbbell flyes after speed work on RE and DE days, and I'm now under the conclusion that they're invaluable for flexibility and mobility in the shoulder region, along with pullovers. Usually, I have to start off easy with hooks in order to warm-up, but not today.
Later at night, I walked to the track and jumped-rope.
Bag work: five three-minute rounds. My stamina impressed me. I was contemplating on whether or not to film it, and decided not to. I regret not doing so.
My range is at a good distance. It doesn't feel like I'm "stuffing" my punches, but film is really the best way to gauge this. Speed and power were more consistent than they've ever been. I'd venture to say that this was the best session I've ever done.
Something I'm doing is employing more lateral movement while throwing hard jabs. When it's time to change directions, I'll then compensate with a fast right. It seemed to work on George.
Gym-wise, I've been adding heavy dumbbell flyes after speed work on RE and DE days, and I'm now under the conclusion that they're invaluable for flexibility and mobility in the shoulder region, along with pullovers. Usually, I have to start off easy with hooks in order to warm-up, but not today.
Later at night, I walked to the track and jumped-rope.
Friday, September 19, 2008
Entry #685
ME lower
Rack pulls:
7 x 3 135, 225, 315, 365, 405, 455, 505 lbs.
> This came so easy that I accidentally kept driving up and hyperextended my back on the third rep of the 505. I nearly fell backwards. There wasn't any pain or anything, but still, lesson learned.
Dumbbell lunges:
2 x 8 115 lb. dumbbells
I ran out of time again, so I did the Crush gripper once I got home. Next week, reverse band deadlifts.
Also, I practiced kicking forms in the afternoon. George and I didn't even spar, which I was looking forward to.
ME lower
Rack pulls:
7 x 3 135, 225, 315, 365, 405, 455, 505 lbs.
> This came so easy that I accidentally kept driving up and hyperextended my back on the third rep of the 505. I nearly fell backwards. There wasn't any pain or anything, but still, lesson learned.
Dumbbell lunges:
2 x 8 115 lb. dumbbells
I ran out of time again, so I did the Crush gripper once I got home. Next week, reverse band deadlifts.
Also, I practiced kicking forms in the afternoon. George and I didn't even spar, which I was looking forward to.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Entry #684
My bands arrived yesterday. They feel incredibly tight. I was initially concerned that they were too strong because I could barely stretch them out with my hands, but they worked great when I tried them out today on the bench. I was actually doing RE incline today, but afterwards, I tried them out on the flat bench with just the bar for the sake of trying out the set-up. This old guy I always see at the gym, Roger (he was the cameraman for my bench press video) was asking me about how they work.
My bands arrived yesterday. They feel incredibly tight. I was initially concerned that they were too strong because I could barely stretch them out with my hands, but they worked great when I tried them out today on the bench. I was actually doing RE incline today, but afterwards, I tried them out on the flat bench with just the bar for the sake of trying out the set-up. This old guy I always see at the gym, Roger (he was the cameraman for my bench press video) was asking me about how they work.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Entry #683
I benched 315 x 3 today on extremely short time. Rest periods were brief. Consequently, I had to super-set the rest of the session. I actually ran out of time and had to go over to the high school track, where I did front raises with a garbage can.
Yesterday, I did a ton of conditioning, including hill sprints.
I benched 315 x 3 today on extremely short time. Rest periods were brief. Consequently, I had to super-set the rest of the session. I actually ran out of time and had to go over to the high school track, where I did front raises with a garbage can.
Yesterday, I did a ton of conditioning, including hill sprints.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Entry #682
I destroyed the bag today. The entire contraption nearly fell over end. I've been running through everything that happened last spar and coming with solutions to them. Lateral movement; no backpedaling. Cross back foot over to step forward (I know, I know, but this is for that lame TKD drill). Lean into kicks. Don't play defensive; attack.
Later on, I did DE work. I tried dead squats for the first time. I started out with 135 and it was awkward as Hell. I managed to squeeze under the bar, but not to a stable enough position that I could actually stand up with it. By set 3 I got the hang of it, and was able to do fast reps of 225. I like these, but they're not easy on the knees. Good thing mine are in prime condition.
Also, I have to say that I'm usually an extremely studious buyer, but I made a pretty bad choice buying those bands. EliteFTS has some for only $35. I've been spending a great deal of time on that site, lately. There are a ton of good articles to read.
I destroyed the bag today. The entire contraption nearly fell over end. I've been running through everything that happened last spar and coming with solutions to them. Lateral movement; no backpedaling. Cross back foot over to step forward (I know, I know, but this is for that lame TKD drill). Lean into kicks. Don't play defensive; attack.
Later on, I did DE work. I tried dead squats for the first time. I started out with 135 and it was awkward as Hell. I managed to squeeze under the bar, but not to a stable enough position that I could actually stand up with it. By set 3 I got the hang of it, and was able to do fast reps of 225. I like these, but they're not easy on the knees. Good thing mine are in prime condition.
Also, I have to say that I'm usually an extremely studious buyer, but I made a pretty bad choice buying those bands. EliteFTS has some for only $35. I've been spending a great deal of time on that site, lately. There are a ton of good articles to read.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Entry #681
I ran out of time again tonight, but I at least got the important stuff done. All I missed out on were curls and ab stuff.
Bench press:
6 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 310 lbs.
> This came without any struggle. 315 for 3 will be a cool milestone next week.
Cable pressdown:
4 x 8 120 lbs.
> This was with the machine normally used for lat pulldowns. The other cable contraption is way too easy, even with the entire 150 lb. stack.
EZ bar front raises:
3 x 8 95 lbs.
> I thought of this on the fly. I quite liked it. Bilateral movements are always tougher.
Bilateral lying dumbbell rows:
3 x 10 90 lb. dumbbells
> I wanted to do unilaterals so I could wreck the 120 lb. dumbbells, but I was running out of time.
George and I are sparring on Saturday. We were talking about going out to a beach or something. I'm pretty suspect of his recent admiration for Evola, a philosopher who posited the degradation of societal ideals that advancing Westernization inflicted. Not that that's an original thesis or anything, but he layed it out nicely. However, this same author wrote an entire step-by-step instructional book about magic spells for budding alchemists. And not even cool magic spells, like making volcanos sprout through your living room.
I ran out of time again tonight, but I at least got the important stuff done. All I missed out on were curls and ab stuff.
Bench press:
6 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 310 lbs.
> This came without any struggle. 315 for 3 will be a cool milestone next week.
Cable pressdown:
4 x 8 120 lbs.
> This was with the machine normally used for lat pulldowns. The other cable contraption is way too easy, even with the entire 150 lb. stack.
EZ bar front raises:
3 x 8 95 lbs.
> I thought of this on the fly. I quite liked it. Bilateral movements are always tougher.
Bilateral lying dumbbell rows:
3 x 10 90 lb. dumbbells
> I wanted to do unilaterals so I could wreck the 120 lb. dumbbells, but I was running out of time.
George and I are sparring on Saturday. We were talking about going out to a beach or something. I'm pretty suspect of his recent admiration for Evola, a philosopher who posited the degradation of societal ideals that advancing Westernization inflicted. Not that that's an original thesis or anything, but he layed it out nicely. However, this same author wrote an entire step-by-step instructional book about magic spells for budding alchemists. And not even cool magic spells, like making volcanos sprout through your living room.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Entry #680
I ordered a set of powerlifting bands. These should break the monotony on DE. I was concerned that the #5's would be too strong, but my primary inclination in the first place was towards deadlifts, not bench press. Besides, I can always just use less weight.
All I did today was go on a run to the bank and back. Nothing hard.
I ordered a set of powerlifting bands. These should break the monotony on DE. I was concerned that the #5's would be too strong, but my primary inclination in the first place was towards deadlifts, not bench press. Besides, I can always just use less weight.
All I did today was go on a run to the bank and back. Nothing hard.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Entry #677
Tonight ruled. I was running laps to the school and back when this huge dog (I think it was a Rottweiler, but it was pretty dark out) suddenly flipped out and began to charge at me, barking up a storm. Just as I was turning around to kill it, somebody screamed, "BORIS! NO! BAD BORIS!" and the dog sheepishly retreated. I realize that the owner was undoubtedly scared to death at what would have happened to Boris if he had attacked me, and that's understandable. But something that big and powerful shouldn't just stop dead in its tracks like that. What a wuss.
Anyways, that session was four laps and back, which is what I was doing at 190. The difference was that this amount completely pushed me to the edge back then, and now, 40 lbs. heavier, it felt like nothing. I wasn't tired in the least, even when I did HIIT on the last lap. The only factor that prevented me from doing more were my shins, and even those are improving. Still, since I couldn't push myself as much as I wanted to because of that, I went swimming afterwards to lose my breath a little.
Before that, midday, I did a circuit of shadowboxing, bag work, and form practice. Some analysis, based on film:
> My guard is wide, but in a different way. My elbows are straight, but now my hands are too far apart. Still, it's better to deal with it as this than as a reason of forgetting to employ it.
> Kicks are much better. This is important because I intend to best George at that stupid TKD drill next time, just as a personal challenge. Now, when striking to either side, bring the back foot ahead of the front and step hard in order to close the distance. This is key, and is why I couldn't catch him last time.
> Unrelated to today, but I've discovered a necessity to lean forward over the barbell more when doing deadlifts. This made a difference in RDLs yesterday. The shoulder blades should be aligned with the bar.
Tonight ruled. I was running laps to the school and back when this huge dog (I think it was a Rottweiler, but it was pretty dark out) suddenly flipped out and began to charge at me, barking up a storm. Just as I was turning around to kill it, somebody screamed, "BORIS! NO! BAD BORIS!" and the dog sheepishly retreated. I realize that the owner was undoubtedly scared to death at what would have happened to Boris if he had attacked me, and that's understandable. But something that big and powerful shouldn't just stop dead in its tracks like that. What a wuss.
Anyways, that session was four laps and back, which is what I was doing at 190. The difference was that this amount completely pushed me to the edge back then, and now, 40 lbs. heavier, it felt like nothing. I wasn't tired in the least, even when I did HIIT on the last lap. The only factor that prevented me from doing more were my shins, and even those are improving. Still, since I couldn't push myself as much as I wanted to because of that, I went swimming afterwards to lose my breath a little.
Before that, midday, I did a circuit of shadowboxing, bag work, and form practice. Some analysis, based on film:
> My guard is wide, but in a different way. My elbows are straight, but now my hands are too far apart. Still, it's better to deal with it as this than as a reason of forgetting to employ it.
> Kicks are much better. This is important because I intend to best George at that stupid TKD drill next time, just as a personal challenge. Now, when striking to either side, bring the back foot ahead of the front and step hard in order to close the distance. This is key, and is why I couldn't catch him last time.
> Unrelated to today, but I've discovered a necessity to lean forward over the barbell more when doing deadlifts. This made a difference in RDLs yesterday. The shoulder blades should be aligned with the bar.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Entry #676
Note: I've been off creatine since Friday.
ME upper
Board press:
7 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 315, 325 lbs.
> This was incredible. The weight felt like air. It was a massive difference from just last week, which was a strong session in and of itself.
Skullcrushers:
4 x 8 60 lb. dumbbells
Lateral raises:
3 x 8 50 lb. dumbbells
Underhand cable rows:
4 x 10 Entire stack
Hammer curls:
3 x 10 65 lb. dumbbells
Ab circuit
Note: I've been off creatine since Friday.
ME upper
Board press:
7 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 315, 325 lbs.
> This was incredible. The weight felt like air. It was a massive difference from just last week, which was a strong session in and of itself.
Skullcrushers:
4 x 8 60 lb. dumbbells
Lateral raises:
3 x 8 50 lb. dumbbells
Underhand cable rows:
4 x 10 Entire stack
Hammer curls:
3 x 10 65 lb. dumbbells
Ab circuit
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Entry #675
I went on a run to the bank and back. My cardio felt excellent, but I know better. When it comes down to it, I have little reserves. I'm really going to build up my conditioning on all fronts from here on out.
I'm halfway through The Anabolic Diet. I've considered stopping short altogether because of how much the
author repeats the same principles and reasons. The entire
book could easily be condensed into two pages. It's taking up time from other, more important reads I want to get to, such as The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing, Physical Principles of Quantum Theory, and The Demon's Sermon on the Martial Arts. I haven't even gotten through Zatsiorsky's book yet.
I went on a run to the bank and back. My cardio felt excellent, but I know better. When it comes down to it, I have little reserves. I'm really going to build up my conditioning on all fronts from here on out.
I'm halfway through The Anabolic Diet. I've considered stopping short altogether because of how much the
author repeats the same principles and reasons. The entire
book could easily be condensed into two pages. It's taking up time from other, more important reads I want to get to, such as The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing, Physical Principles of Quantum Theory, and The Demon's Sermon on the Martial Arts. I haven't even gotten through Zatsiorsky's book yet.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Entry #674
Today was pretty bad. George and I trekked up to this one spot in order to spar. I barely survived the way up. I could blame it on the bag I was carrying, but the truth is that there wasn't really any excuse for it. My legs were dying from all the squats and uphill sprints I've been doing, and I was completely out of breath.
When we finally made it to the top, my legs gave out every few kicks, and I had to stop for that. We were doing a TKD drill where we have to face one another and spar while maintaining the same measure of distance. It's a reflexive exercise. The weird side stance really isn't my thing, but whatever. Since that failed (on my part), we moved on to boxing by having me attack and him evade. That was okay, but I couldn't really lunge forward and go after him like I needed to because of my weakling legs, so my blows kept falling short. And I guess somebody washed my gloves just recently because they were saturated with water and heavier than Descartes.
So, we switched roles, and I was doing great weaving out of everything - until my legs cramped up from that. Again? What the Hell. It was even worse when we were sparring. I leaned forward to throw what would have been an excellent right, and then my hamstring gave out (before, it was my quads).
It was pathetic. And believe me, if I was by myself, I'd be writing about how awesome it was to kill myself. But faultering in the presence of somebody else defeats the point of being better than everybody.
Today was pretty bad. George and I trekked up to this one spot in order to spar. I barely survived the way up. I could blame it on the bag I was carrying, but the truth is that there wasn't really any excuse for it. My legs were dying from all the squats and uphill sprints I've been doing, and I was completely out of breath.
When we finally made it to the top, my legs gave out every few kicks, and I had to stop for that. We were doing a TKD drill where we have to face one another and spar while maintaining the same measure of distance. It's a reflexive exercise. The weird side stance really isn't my thing, but whatever. Since that failed (on my part), we moved on to boxing by having me attack and him evade. That was okay, but I couldn't really lunge forward and go after him like I needed to because of my weakling legs, so my blows kept falling short. And I guess somebody washed my gloves just recently because they were saturated with water and heavier than Descartes.
So, we switched roles, and I was doing great weaving out of everything - until my legs cramped up from that. Again? What the Hell. It was even worse when we were sparring. I leaned forward to throw what would have been an excellent right, and then my hamstring gave out (before, it was my quads).
It was pathetic. And believe me, if I was by myself, I'd be writing about how awesome it was to kill myself. But faultering in the presence of somebody else defeats the point of being better than everybody.
Friday, August 29, 2008
Entry #673
Squats:
6 x 3 135, 225, 275, 315, 355, 375 lbs.
> Between hill sprints and box squats from a few days before, my quads were quite sore going into this. It'll be interesting to see what I can do next week at 100%.
Lunges:
3 x 8 100 lb. dumbbells
Reverse hyperextension machine:
1 x 10 Didn't check.
1 x 8 Entire stack.
> The gym was closed at this point, so I had to do these in under two minutes instead of setting everything up for good mornings.
Since I wasn't able to finish everything, I walked over to the high school afterwards and did crunches and grip work.
Squats:
6 x 3 135, 225, 275, 315, 355, 375 lbs.
> Between hill sprints and box squats from a few days before, my quads were quite sore going into this. It'll be interesting to see what I can do next week at 100%.
Lunges:
3 x 8 100 lb. dumbbells
Reverse hyperextension machine:
1 x 10 Didn't check.
1 x 8 Entire stack.
> The gym was closed at this point, so I had to do these in under two minutes instead of setting everything up for good mornings.
Since I wasn't able to finish everything, I walked over to the high school afterwards and did crunches and grip work.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Entry #672
I was supposed to babysit my nieces today. But I had to train, so I booted them in the backyard and made them work like dogs with me. All told, it was about an hour and a half of punching bag work. I even taught them how to hit decently. They weren't bad for 4 and 5-year olds, I suppose. I first met them only last month, and I told them my name was Batman.
I'm planning on trying the Anabolic Diet soon. The book itself is poorly written and isn't enough to convince me. Rather, I've been interested in several studies depicting increases in lean body mass on low-carb routes. This is an ambiguous delineation, however. "Lean body mass" is a percentage, so it's not necessarily the same as actual muscle growth. Lean body mass can increase while losing muscle mass if the ratio of fat catabolism exceeds that rate. I will be cautious but open-minded.
I was supposed to babysit my nieces today. But I had to train, so I booted them in the backyard and made them work like dogs with me. All told, it was about an hour and a half of punching bag work. I even taught them how to hit decently. They weren't bad for 4 and 5-year olds, I suppose. I first met them only last month, and I told them my name was Batman.
I'm planning on trying the Anabolic Diet soon. The book itself is poorly written and isn't enough to convince me. Rather, I've been interested in several studies depicting increases in lean body mass on low-carb routes. This is an ambiguous delineation, however. "Lean body mass" is a percentage, so it's not necessarily the same as actual muscle growth. Lean body mass can increase while losing muscle mass if the ratio of fat catabolism exceeds that rate. I will be cautious but open-minded.
Monday, August 25, 2008
Entry #671
Today ruled. I was board pressing 320 with two thin phonebooks and a 25 lb. weight stacked on top of one another. It's a very precarious set-up. On the last set, the whole thing fell forward and the plate smashed into my face. This happened in the middle of the third rep, but I was able to ignore it and finish. I have a huge red mark around my eye now.
ME upper
Board press:
6 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 320 lbs.
Skullcrushers:
4 x 8 60 lb. dumbbells
Lateral raises:
3 x 8 45 lb. dumbbells
Underhand cable rows:
4 x 10 Entire stack
Hammer curls:
3 x 10 65 lb. dumbbells
Ab circuit
Today ruled. I was board pressing 320 with two thin phonebooks and a 25 lb. weight stacked on top of one another. It's a very precarious set-up. On the last set, the whole thing fell forward and the plate smashed into my face. This happened in the middle of the third rep, but I was able to ignore it and finish. I have a huge red mark around my eye now.
ME upper
Board press:
6 x 3 135, 185, 225, 275, 295, 320 lbs.
Skullcrushers:
4 x 8 60 lb. dumbbells
Lateral raises:
3 x 8 45 lb. dumbbells
Underhand cable rows:
4 x 10 Entire stack
Hammer curls:
3 x 10 65 lb. dumbbells
Ab circuit
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Entry #670
I've been training like a dog without recording anything. It feels great. I don't have to write for anyone's amusement. I'm not your monkey. I'm free.
EDIT: So, they're telling me I'm not getting any air holes poked in my container tonight until I write something.
Let's see. The day before yesterday, I swam laps until I nearly drowned. Yesterday, I lifted weights using my nephews. They're light, but I did a lot of reps. Today, I did hill sprints before going to the track and jumping rope. I ran home.
Need...oxygen...
I've been training like a dog without recording anything. It feels great. I don't have to write for anyone's amusement. I'm not your monkey. I'm free.
EDIT: So, they're telling me I'm not getting any air holes poked in my container tonight until I write something.
Let's see. The day before yesterday, I swam laps until I nearly drowned. Yesterday, I lifted weights using my nephews. They're light, but I did a lot of reps. Today, I did hill sprints before going to the track and jumping rope. I ran home.
Need...oxygen...
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Entry #668
I threw up my breakfast today, right before I had to leave to get some immunization stuff done (I'm in the process of attaining U.S. citizenship). They said they don't give shots on Thursdays. What a bunch of wusses. I would jump at the chance to stick pointy objects into people any day of the week. So I was stranded in Meridian for about three hours in the blazing sun with a sweatshirt and long pants on. I ate lunch at the first restaurant I came across (Togo's) since my breakfast was no longer in me.
Yesterday I filmed myself doing bag work. Christ, my guard is still wide. I fixed it in the second round.
I threw up my breakfast today, right before I had to leave to get some immunization stuff done (I'm in the process of attaining U.S. citizenship). They said they don't give shots on Thursdays. What a bunch of wusses. I would jump at the chance to stick pointy objects into people any day of the week. So I was stranded in Meridian for about three hours in the blazing sun with a sweatshirt and long pants on. I ate lunch at the first restaurant I came across (Togo's) since my breakfast was no longer in me.
Yesterday I filmed myself doing bag work. Christ, my guard is still wide. I fixed it in the second round.
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Entry #667
Today, I went to the doctor's for the first time in about 8 years. Officially, I'm 6'0" and 227 lbs. I've never actually been sure of my height, but I figured it out based on comparing myself to other people.
Also, I only have six months to live or some jazz like that. Whatever.
After that, I went to eat at the worst restaurant I've ever been to in my life. The steak was mercifully tolerable, but everything else tasted like soap, and my utensils were crusty and dirty. I don't remember its name, but it probably sucked. Try to imagine what it was so you can avoid it.
Lifting was essentially a repeat of last week. I could only get 210 for 2 reps on military press. I'm not making an gains on this lift, so I'll have to retire it for now. The only difference today was that I moved a 55 lb. dumbbell for 8 on preacher curls.
Today, I went to the doctor's for the first time in about 8 years. Officially, I'm 6'0" and 227 lbs. I've never actually been sure of my height, but I figured it out based on comparing myself to other people.
Also, I only have six months to live or some jazz like that. Whatever.
After that, I went to eat at the worst restaurant I've ever been to in my life. The steak was mercifully tolerable, but everything else tasted like soap, and my utensils were crusty and dirty. I don't remember its name, but it probably sucked. Try to imagine what it was so you can avoid it.
Lifting was essentially a repeat of last week. I could only get 210 for 2 reps on military press. I'm not making an gains on this lift, so I'll have to retire it for now. The only difference today was that I moved a 55 lb. dumbbell for 8 on preacher curls.
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