Poll: ***The all new gymrats thread***

[Freefaller]

So it isnt sorry my brain isnt too switched on this evening but the around measurment is how you measure your biceps so freefaller is still right that your pretty big

yes that's how I measure myself (though I haven't done for a few months) and as I said I'm touching on 18 "first thing" (depending on how pumped I am as I can add over an inch with a good pump so that doesn't count). I don't strive for "big guns" but quite happy to get them as a subsidary of my other exercises.

 

[Freefaller]

Yes lock your arm at a very olbique angle. ie. just a small bend but keep 'em locked and don't fly bending your elbows.

 

[Freefaller]

Back day on friday then rugby on saturday! I'm going to ache on Sunday and spend all of it in bed!

 

[Freefaller]

Friday:

T-Bar rows:

8x40kg+bar
8x60kg+bar
8x80kg+bar
8x100kg+bar
8x100kg+bar
4x100kg+bar, 6x80kg+bar, 8x60kg+bar, 10x40kg+bar (consecutive drop set)

Deadlifts:

10x100kg
8x140kg
8x160kg
6x180kg
4x200kg
2x220kg (new PB!)
6x100kg
6x100kg

Wide grip lat pull downs:

12x60kg
10x70kg
10x80kg
10x90kg
10x100kg

Narrow grip pull down:

10x70kg
10x80kg
10x90kg
10x100kg

3x5 BW chins to finish off.

So so so happy about those deadlifts. Really felt easy - first time I've had straps to give them a go I have to say that with straps it really does help a lot, although I have a very strong grip it meant I could concentrate on the lift. A big thanks to Tank for the gift - 250kg won't be far round the corner, I can feel it in my sinews!

 

[Freefaller]

I don't do things by half that's for sure! Working out with me pretty much kills you dead. But I haven't put on that 20lbs of lean muscle mass by doing 1/2 hearted attempts

 

[Freefaller]

Eeeeexcellent! I do motivate a lot of people at the gym, but if anyone calls me Mr Motivator I will bitchslap you.

 

[Freefaller]

That's a rubbish excuse, there's always time for food!!!

 

[Freefaller]

I've eaten frequently , but not my own cooked food - normally I get in from work at 7 giving me plenty of time, now its been around 9 or later and I don't get around to cooking.

Last busy week at least, then 2 weeks off

Mate there's always time. It doesn't take long to cook something simple and nutritious. Though it's ok to have some cheat meals from time to time.




Thanks for the comments guys - I like pushing myself, but it's great that people feel motivated by my posts/workouts. It's fair to say that I'm going for it!

 

[Freefaller]

Bit of a random thought while I've been watching the tv.
Do you find once you've started to get into the gym seriously and start training balls to the wall every session you find you've got less time for people who try and make excuses for not doing something or who don't seem to really want to put the effort in, not just in the gym but just in life in general.

I've always been intolerant of people who make excuses for anything and everything. If there's a genuine life altering issue then sure that's cool, but I find people make excuses up just to justify things to themselves. It's abhorrent behaviour IMO. I'd rather people be honest I have more respect for someone that says "sorry mate, can't be arsed" than makes up some random excuse for not doing something. It's not just the gym that does that, it's a lifestyle choice. Today I did sod all and I'm quite happy to admit that, but I know I train hard, work hard and dedicate myself to my friends and to the things that need my attention.

It's a lifestyle/way of life rather than just the gym. The gym helps bring it into focus more though.

 

[Freefaller]

Monday:

5x6xBW Wide Grip chins

BB Flat bench:

20x60kg
16x80kg
10x100kg
8x100kg
8x100kg
8x100kg

Flat DB Bench:

8x40kg
8x40kg
6x40kg
6x40kg
7x40kg

Incline DB Bench:

10x25
10x27.5
10x30
8x35
6x40

Light Incline flies:

15x10kg
15x10kg
15x10kg
15x10kg

Cable Cross over:

10x20kg
10x25kg
8x30kg
6x35kg
7x30kg

Not bad session. Shoulder was a bit painful from rugby and from past injuries... I've also buggered up my hand (it's rathe swollen) so couldnt' get as good a grip as I would like but either way still an ok session.

Feel tired and run down today so won't bother training.

 

[Freefaller]

Front squats are tough. 110kg on front squats is good going. I'm on about 5x @ 110kg.

 

[Freefaller]

Yeah the best i've managed was 130x3, but again that was at my much higher "fatboy" bodyweight (ratio-wise i'm better than that now)

You tried OH Squats FF? They make me feel like such a wimp

Yeah I have but with very small weights. It's a technique and shoulder flexibility issue more than strength issue. I think it's a fantastic exercises for core development, but for brutal leg work outs, front and back squats with leg press and step ups and SLDLs are where it's at!

 

[Freefaller]

I'm ok with 60kg nice and deep, but I do it for core work rather than squat work - though ultimately it is a powerlifting "move". But I'm not too bothered about that. A nice wide stance works well but is much more abductor focused.

 

[Freefaller]

Agreed Regulus. I take it probably a little too seriously but the facts speak for themselves. Over the past 2.5 years I've been training properly I've put on nearly 30lbs which is pretty much all LBM - sure I've probably added a little BF, but not significant, probably around I'm probably around 13% ish. But it's hard work dedication, and destroying myself 4-5 times a week spending £60 a week on food and giving up drinking (well in excess, though I've never been a big drinker) and putting it first. It sounds sad, but it's something I want and I need and I like. I'm now standing at around 100kg a shade under 6'1" able to lift 550kg with relative ease. 2.5 years ago I was struggling with 60-70kg on bench, 100kg on Deads and 80kg on squats! I've more than doubled my strength/lifting ability, and my health has also improved considerably. And I'm starting to feel like a big ****er 2 more years at this rate and I should sit at 105kg 12% or so and lifting 650kg with joy! (here's hoping!). Strength and power as well as size gains are what motivates me. I don't care if people don't like big muscles etc... it's what I enjoy, it's an entirely selfish self obsessed hobby. I'm not likely to stop it any time soon.

 

[Freefaller]

I couldn't even imagine lifting 140kg for Bench press

If you don't start imagining it it will never happen! It's not easy even when you can do it


Awesome lifting there PK - I've managed to trap a nerve in my neck last night so I'm going to be out of action for a few days/weeks :/

 

[Freefaller]

Nice going mate - we're almost on par (you're a bit ahead of me). Though I have been able to squat!

 

[Freefaller]

If I had deemed it innapropriate rest assured I would have delt with it.

 

[Freefaller]

Lets not start this... can we leave it be please?

Please.

 

[Freefaller]

Tuesday:

Rubbish session, was tired and didn't feel strong at all :/

Flat BB bench:

15x60
12x80
10x100
8x110
6x120

very widegrip (drop sets):
15x60
12x60
11x60

DB inclines - supersetted with incline flies:

12x22.5 / 15x12
12x22.5 / 15x12
12x22.5 / 15x12
10x22.5 / 12x12
10x22.5 / 12x12

kept it light for more of a pump rather than anything else, also I just felt weak

Cable cross over:

12x25kg
12x25kg
12x25kg
12x25kg
15x25kg

DB Pull-overs:

8x35
8x35
8x35
6x35
6x35


So pretty rubbish session overall. :/

Wednesday:

Back squats:

12x100kg ATG
10x120kg ATG
10x140kg below //
8x160 //
5x180 // (paused for a few seconds between lifts)
DS:12x100kg ATG

Deadlift:

12x100kg
8x140kg
6x160kg
6x180kg
5x200kg
2x220kg

Step ups:

6x100kg (each leg)
6x120kg (each leg)
6x120kg (each leg)
6x130kg (each leg)
6x130kg (each leg)

Leg extensions:

12xstack
12xstack
12xstack
10xstack
9xstack

Followed by a 10 mins jog!

Felt better this session compared to my chest day. I guess you win some you lose some. No way was I at the stage of doing my 140+ benching on Tuesday though

 

[Freefaller]

Interesting stats! I have 27 inch legs, but my squat isn't up to 230 yet - it will be though

Roid - yeha getting stronger and feeling stronger

Regulus, that's great going mate - beastly! How tall are you?

Oddjob - poor bugger I received a shoulder in my jaw yesterday and as such can#t close my mouth properly and am battered somewhat! lol! Such a stupid game - but I love it!