*** The 2012 Gym Rats Thread ***

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LiE said:
That looks good.
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Awesome, cheers.

Didn't think I was doing too much. Some of the articles I've read say to only do the main workout on BBB. I have too much energy after it. I feel the BBB part to be too light till the last set even then I know I could go heavier.

Though rather than increasing the weight, I am adding a 2~ pause on every rep.
 
What % are you doing BBB? It recommends increasing it slow. I found BBB on bench/OHP to be fine but squat and deads killed me.
 
I really dislike the concept of BBB. It seems to be very similar to the crossfit view of training effect; if you're fatigued enough, it must be doing something good, right? RIGHT?

I don't think so.

Edit: It's not as if I avoid crazy volume/intensity either, I just think BBB is bad programming. Cookie cutter, one-size-fits-all programming for the masses gone mad.

Doing some other assistance exercises makes much more sense IMO.
 
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50%, what it says on the spreadsheet pretty much.

To be fair, I done 60kgs 5x10 squats yesterday I was in pain during that (legs shaking, worrying about getting back up pain) and first time I've had this kind of leg doms in a while.

Shall see how deads go on Thursday! Loving it, such a great programme. Had two people laugh at it
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Nice one, 3 plates on bench is a wonderful thing. It does start getting massively harder adding weight at the top end of a bench press.
 
Jon33 said:
Hello all, I'm looking for some advice and I'm thinking this might be the place to ask.

I'm paying £50 a month for a gym membership. I only usually use the dumbells/barbells and benches. However due to work I can only really get there at peak times which means waiting around for equipment etc.

I'm thinking of spending £300 or so to get some stuff to use at home - would this be a reasonable amount to get something? (Im not lifting massive weights)

Also does anyone know if it is possible to cancel gym memberships at Bannatynes before 12 months?

Cheers!
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There's usually good 2nd hand deals on t'Bay if you're able to collect. Load of free weights, bench and Oly bar won't be a problem... need space for a rack ideally but you can get away with squat stands and height adjustable builder's trestles to use as spotters.
 
50/m = £600 a year. Why not just fork out £600 instead ;)

Just teasing. As long as you have the space for it then I don't see the issue. However, progressing will be the key.

The main exercises you want to be able to do are:

Squats
Chins/Pull ups
Bench
BORs
OHP

Then single leg/arm movements for stability enhancements.

So as long as you have the space for it and enough weight to keep your progressing initially then I don't see why not.
 
Doing lots of Biceps today in the rack, can anyone help me out with the best 6 exercises for them.

:)
 
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Do not forget hip drive in the curls. Very important.

Addendum: please don't do bicep work in the rack as it blocks it up for people doing real workouts. ;)
 
For bicep curlz? Absolutely.

A rapid extension and complete relaxation of to bicep to prevent eccentric loading is really important to prevent fatigue.
 
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