My 2012 Bulk Log

[Veradun]

Try using some chalk for your heavy pulling movements, you'll soon develop the strength in your grip.

I've used some before, and I did love it, but the old gym didn't like it. One I'm at now though doesn't mind, so I'll get some again.

Wrist curls won't do anything for your grip.

Static holds
Plate pinches
Farmers walk with DBs
etc.

Things like those grippers you can buy aren't great either. Static holds is what sorted my grip out, I went from struggling with 190kg deadlifts for reps to holding on to 260kg in a rack for about 20 seconds. This only took about a month 18 months ago, and I've not had any problems with grip since.

Got it. I do farmers walk with plates/dumbbells on leg day. I'm definitely going to add the static holds and plate pinches in though, thanks dude

 

[LiE]

Get some liquid chalk, no mess and just as good.

 

[Veradun]

Get some liquid chalk, no mess and just as good.

Yeah, I had this:

http://www.myprotein.com/uk/products/liquid_chalk

But the old place still hated it, it's cool now though as I see people using chalk blocks in this one.

 

[Syla5]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004XMNZC6/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00

Good dipping belt and can be upgraded with better chain from any diy store and carabiners from a climbing shop, just ask LiE he uses the very same one upgraded and hads done 80kg for reps on the belt no issues

 

[Veradun]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004XMNZC6/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00

Good dipping belt and can be upgraded with better chain from any diy store and carabiners from a climbing shop, just ask LiE he uses the very same one upgraded and hads done 80kg for reps on the belt no issues

Cheers. We were originally thinking of this since it holds 100kg for £2.50 more, but that seems suitable if it's held 80.

http://www.myprotein.com/uk/products/myprotein-dipping-belt

 

[Syla5]

Cheers. We were originally thinking of this since it holds 100kg for £2.50 more, but that seems suitable if it's held 80.

http://www.myprotein.com/uk/products/myprotein-dipping-belt

it did need upgrading, standard I think it will go to 40 ok, I've used mine for 30.

 

[LiE]

Just pop to B&Q and use chain cutter there to remove the standard one. Then buy some bigger chain and 2 clips.

 

[Syla5]

That looks like the standard chain in that pic

 

[Skillmister]

But the old place still hated it, it's cool now though as I see people using chalk blocks in this one.

What gym do you use?

And how tall are you?

 

[LiE]

That looks like the standard chain in that pic

lol does it? Check the amazon pic and compare

 

[Veradun]

What gym do you use?

And how tall are you?

Currently in the little puregym which may not be hardcore but does it's job bodybuilding wise and it's dirt cheap lol, and always empty-ish. We want to go to FLEX, awesome place, but a bit out of our way. We also considered rall's but it's too small/busy these days :/

And I'm a wee 5'9" lol

 

[Skillmister]

Pure gym is right in the centre isn't it? Far out of my way lol i live out in cookridge/adel area. Choice between expensive or **** around here if i was even lifting at the moment.

24/7 would be awesome though

 

[Veradun]

Pure gym is right in the centre isn't it? Far out of my way lol i live out in cookridge/adel area. Choice between expensive or **** around here if i was even lifting at the moment.

24/7 would be awesome though

Yes, underground next to the Corn Exchange.

 

[Morba]

How's your bulk going fella?

 

[Veradun]

How's your bulk going fella?

Forgot about this thread! It went well! I started cutting about 4 weeks back and all good so far, I can definitely see my gains as I lean out

 

[Veradun]

Things have changed...

Feel like continuing this, been a long time since I kept a log. Since my first post, things have changed. I lost my passion for bodybuilding, as I grew bored of the sport in general, and instead decided to become the best damn 'athlete' I can, I want to be well rounded.

I'm much more focused on improving my athleticism, pound for pound strength, and overall health, without becoming a fat son of a b***h like I have in the past

So I'll start posting logs again below!

 

[Veradun]

Sunday, January 5th 2013

This was my first day back training in almost 5 weeks. I needed a break and the last time I was warming up with my power snatches I ended up blacking out at the top of the lift

Anyway, I was ready to hit my overhead pres hard, but tried to keep myself fairly restrained Although I must say, I was surprised at the lack of strength loss.

I'm cutting down a bit at the moment (nearing the end) as well, so not in a surplus, current BW is 170lbs.

Standing Overhead Barbell Press (Raw & Belt-less)

• Warm Up: 40KG for 15 Reps
• Warm Up: 50KG for 15 Reps
• Warm Up: 55KG for 15 Reps
• Warm Up: 60KG for 10 Reps
• Working Set: 65KG for 5 Reps
• Working Set: 70KG for 5 Reps
• Working Set: 72.5KG for 5 Reps
• Working Set: 75KG for 3 Reps
• Working Set: 75KG for 3 Reps

Warmed up a lot this time with those, didn't want another blackout incident, especially with almost 5 weeks of no training. *Edit: I'd like to add I'm strict with my overhead since quitting BBing, I rest the bar on delts before each rep and lockout as opposed to reducing the ROM to retain tension on a specific muscle group like I use to ages ago.

Weighted Dips (Dipping Belt w/ Plates)

• Warm Up: BW for 20 Reps
• Warm Up: 20KG for 10 Reps
• Warm Up: 30KG for 10 Reps
• Working Set: 40KG for 5 Reps
• Working Set: 40KG for 5 Reps
• Working Set: 42.5KG for 5 Reps
• Working Set: 45KG for 3 Reps
• Working Set: 46KG for 2 Reps

Some assistance work for the triceps.

I performed a few other assistance lifts such as barbell shrugs etc. but can't remember the weights so won't post them. Felt good to be training again!