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Nice one guys :)

Ive just started back at the gym after about 9 months off after all my shoulder problems (including an op in may) so its all about the form at the moment.

Currently on:

60k bench for sets of 6
140k deadlift for sets of 6
80k squats for sets of 6
60k cleans for sets of 6
50k military press for sets of 6

Nothing spectacular at the mo (Im roughly 100 - 110k atm), but its all about slowly building everything back up to strengthen me overall. With any luck within 12 months I should be back to my best of:

150k Bench
250k DL
220k Squat

:)
 
Just started my 9th week of 5x5 and hit a PB of 120K x 3 on the bench, 157.5 x 3 for squats and 95 x 3 for rows all of which were done with very little effort. I've got two more sessions this week before I finish the program and then I'll be attempting 1rms next week. I'm thinking about attempting 130K on the bench, 170K for squats and 110K for rows. I'm really looking forward to seeing how much strength I've gained since my first post in February.

I think I could've made more of the program as my attempts to bulk don't seem to be working as I've lost weight over the last few weeks but I'm getting stronger so that's all that matters I suppose.
 
tried 40kg dumbells for flat press today, should have done it a set earlier tbh.

got 4 reps then the 5th i dropped them. i train alone, which puts me off going to heavy most of the time, but i asked a big bloke to give me a hand with a set, thinking he would be helpful, he wasnt. might as well not have bothered. hands were not under my elbows ready to support, but next to the weights themselves!

the PITA thing is that the gym dumbells go crap after 35kg

35kg
37kg
40kg
45kg
50kg

would have prefered some 39s or a higher rep set of 38s.

im so weak :/
 
I wouldnt worry about being spotted when doing dumbbell presses when i have ago at using 60kg dumbbells sometimes i just dont have the energy to place them back on the floor so they litrally get dropped :D.
 
I've got a question for anyone that does deadlifts. Does the thickness of the bar make it any easier to lift and hold on to? My mate's struggling with his grip and seems to think it would make a difference. We're only talking a few mm difference so it's not a lot. I struggled during the summer when it was hotter but I've been fine for the last few months but wondered if chalk would be better than using a thinner bar. Thanks.

Edit: Anyone know where to get cheap Inzer belts or a suitable alternative? Thicker the better. Comfort not important.
 
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Chong Warrior said:
Have you tried alternating grip?
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Both of us started with the overhand grip but changed to the alternate grip about a year ago. He's found it hard to hold on to the bar for quite a while and has tried gloves (too thick), talcum power (worst idea ever) and kitchen roll wrapped around the bar.

Chong Warrior said:
Chalk is supposed to be superb and really make a difference, I've been meaning to get some for a while. Not that easy to find though.
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Was going to ask where to get some. I assume it's not normal chalk crushed finely.

Chong Warrior said:
Where did you buy from if you don't mind me asking?
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Same :D
 
Pigeon_Killer said:
Was going to ask where to get some. I assume it's not normal chalk crushed finely.
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No it's magnesium carbonate that you need. I've been told you can buy it from the chemist but I haven't tried yet.
oddjob62 said:
I really can't remember... try any place that does sells any sort of rock climbing gear.
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Yeah thought a climbing gear shop would be a good bet :)
 
oddjob62 said:
Oh i just remembered

http://www.pullumsports.com/search.html?keyword=Chalk

I'm almost positive they aren't a competitor :p
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excellent :D
been meaning to pop round a few places and find some.

my gym has rubber matting around the free bench area, but im still not a fan of dropping them, even tho many other people do. im more worried about dropping them on myself tho :/
 
Just had a crap session at the gym. Was meant to be deadlifting 195K 3x3 but only managed the first two sets because I strained a muscle in my back during the second set and didn't feel comfortable attempting the third. Hopefully it's nothing serious and won't stop me hitting my target of 200K next week. If it feels fine I might go higher. On the plus side, the energy saved meant I could lift 80K 3x3 (should get 85K next week) for shoulder press which is a comfortable PB but the whole session still felt like a failure :(

Edit: Cheers for the chalk link oddjob62.
 
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oddjob62 said:
Today got...
150kg Bench (i believe it was touch and go, but might have passed at some comps)
240kg Deadlift (that's my goal for the year :D)
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Awesome lifts! It would take me a long time to reach that sort of level.

My weights have gone away for Christmas now, I'm dreading finding out how much strength I'll have lost once I get back on them. Can't afford gym membership (mind you, who wants to go to the gym over Christmas? :D)
 
BigToe said:
who wants to go to the gym over Christmas?
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:eek: That's when i get my best training done. Time off work, cold weather so i don't overheat, several layers so the extra bulk goes un-noticed (not that anyone would notice on me :p). Oh and all the extra food helps as well.
 
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