nzmusclez workout journal

[nzmusclez]

Do you know how many bodyweight pullups you can do? I'd imagine you're probably close to 30+

Interesting question! Mind you endurance is not my thing. I have great power but I burn out quick. Its why I follow a 1 working set program. I did do 13 reps of 45lb back when I was repping 90lb for 4ish. Might be something I'll have to try sometime... My guess would be about 25.

[nwskier]

Interesting question! Mind you endurance is not my thing. I have great power but I burn out quick. Its why I follow a 1 working set program. I did do 13 reps of 45lb back when I was repping 90lb for 4ish. Might be something I'll have to try sometime... My guess would be about 25.

sounds like a fun challenge

how are the late night shifts holding up? that can be rough when trying to acclimate the body to make gains at unusual hours in the weight room.

I'm taking a slight break from heavy pullups to focus on volume, then will build back in the strength and low rep work starting again in 2 weeks. Figured it is a good time to start 'priming' the lats to get ready for heavier work ahead!

[nzmusclez]

sounds like a fun challenge

how are the late night shifts holding up? that can be rough when trying to acclimate the body to make gains at unusual hours in the weight room.

I'm taking a slight break from heavy pullups to focus on volume, then will build back in the strength and low rep work starting again in 2 weeks. Figured it is a good time to start 'priming' the lats to get ready for heavier work ahead!

Havent been able to hit the gym at all as I strained my back at work. Coming right now hopefully I can get some workouts in next week. Worried how much ive lost!

Hah you could be right! Will see how this priming works out for you!

[nzmusclez]

Looks like im now gymming right after i wake up.

Back still sore so bench was affected but ok if i slowed the reps down and controlled it.

Bench 275 - 7
Decline 275 - 7
Incline 205 - 9
Skipped dips for back sakes



Todays workout

Pull ups 100 - 5
Pull ups 80 - 9
Lat pull down 255 - 7
Wrists
Foam roller

[nwskier]

mate you haven't lost much if any. pullups look strong as hell still.

I'm just back from vacation/friends wedding in Raro so have a new NZ stamp in my passport now. Just starting to get back to the gym and ramp back up.

[nzmusclez]

Bench 275 - 7
Incline 225 - 9
Decline 245 - 10
Dips 90 - 9

Going to be some big weight drops as i revert to 10 reps. Need 2 hit 315 bench again b4 nz

[nzmusclez]

mate you haven't lost much if any. pullups look strong as hell still.

I'm just back from vacation/friends wedding in Raro so have a new NZ stamp in my passport now. Just starting to get back to the gym and ramp back up.

Oh sweet. Too bad it was winter and probably suffered mostly rainy days?

Todays workout showed some more losses. Especially dips. I'm going to drop the weight a lot and hit 10 reps on everything and do my usual thing. Hopefully it should only be a 4-6 weeks before im repping 315 comfortably again.

[nwskier]

I appreciate you giving me a chance to catch up on bench, lmao.

Weather was mixed bag of mild temps but only a little bit of rain. When are you moving back to NZ?

[Prednisone666]

if you can hit 275x7, surely you can hit 315 on bench, right? strong stuff either way. Being able to dip 90x9 after all that benching is crazy

[nzmusclez]

Bench 255 - 10
Decline 255 - 8 started fast and strong. Then died quick at 5.
Incline 205 - 8
Dips 90 - 12
Rc work
Fore arms



Moving back to nz early dec. Will cut b4 then so will affect some gains a bit id say.

Yeh i could hit 315 but i want to be working out on it again. Only 6 weeks ago i was repping it for 5. Dips also was 4 45s for 7 after the benching too. Soon though. I lose str quickly but i regain it quickly too.

[nzmusclez]

Bench 260 - 10
Decline 255 - 10
Incline 205 - 9
Dips 90 - 13
Rc work

Not a bad day. Gains were seen

[nwskier]

inB4 275x10+ in next session or two, ha

[nzmusclez]

Pull ups 90 - 6
Pull ups 70 - 10 looks like i lost abt 10lb on my pull ups
Lat pull down 240 - 7
Fore arms

inB4 275x10+ in next session or two, ha

I wish haha. I have a pretty awful diet, lacking good meals. And just been really distracted with hitting the gym as much as id like. Injuries 1 after the other.

[nzmusclez]

Medium day

Bench 245 - 10
Decline 245 - 10
Incline 190 - 10
Dips 70 - 12
Rc work
Foam roller.

[nzmusclez]

Bench 265 - 9 just. Had 2 ass lift a little. U could be right though nwskier. Id say 2 more days and i shud be very close to 275 - 10
Decline 275 - 9
Incline 210 - 9
Dips 115 - 9
Rc work

Back on that gains train

[nzmusclez]

Pull ups 90 - 7
Pull ups 80 - 8
Lat pull down 240 - 9
Fore arms
Foam roller - focus more stretching on hamstrings

[nwskier]

Back on that gains train

Forever chasing your gains lol.

Keep on motivating me. Will have to get back on that 100+ pull up train soon. Time away in Aug/Sept made me lose a bit but gaining back now. About even with u on those right now.

[nzmusclez]

Knowing uve dropped some pull up str and i could take the lead is motivating enough for me! U might have 2 hand that title over 2 me soon mate haha.

Foam roller
Hack squat 6 plates - 10
HS 6 plates - 10
Hamstring curls 5 plates - 12 - 3 sets

[nwskier]

Knowing uve dropped some pull up str and i could take the lead is motivating enough for me! U might have 2 hand that title over 2 me soon mate haha.

Foam roller
Hack squat 6 plates - 10
HS 6 plates - 10
Hamstring curls 5 plates - 12 - 3 sets

haha never!! Too bad you're not closer so we could get in a proper motivating gym session., I will be reasserting my pull up strength tomorrow. let's see if you can keep up

edit: you ever get that pull up vid posted?
When are you starting that cut?

[nzmusclez]

Med - heavy day

Bench 255 - 10
Decline 255 - 10
Incline 205 - 10

[nzmusclez]

haha never!! Too bad you're not closer so we could get in a proper motivating gym session., I will be reasserting my pull up strength tomorrow. let's see if you can keep up

edit: you ever get that pull up vid posted?
When are you starting that cut?

ahh ur right, i thought i did put that pull ups vid up. watching it again really shows how short range my reps are. ill put it up anyway. Started it slightly now but only by reducing my drinking to zero calorie drinks. May start some small runs in a month but its too hard to stick to a routine diet with the shifts im on. I have to work around others life style a lot.

[nwskier]

Yeah ^ tough working around differing lifestyles. Will check out the vid when I'm home

Today: hit 45x8, 70x8, 105x7, 115x3, 90x7, 70x10 as my sets. You def have me motivated to get my strength back on that lift.

[nzmusclez]

Bench 270 - 10
Decline 280 - 8
Incline 215 - 9
Dips 115 - 11

[nzmusclez]

Pull ups 90 - 8
Pull ups 80 - 9
Lat pull down 240 - 7
Havk squat 6.5 plates - 10

[nzmusclez]

Pull ups 100 - 6
Pull ups 80 - 8
Lat pull down 240 - 8
Squats 135 - 10

[nwskier]

Few things on the vid...

ROM still looks pretty solid to me
Huge props for starting with dead hang. That's how a proper pull up is done!
More props for no kipping. You fought for every rep. the last couple reps you really pushed through
Overall, strong as hell on pull ups. And stoked for the motivation you've brought.

Pull Up vid is legit. crazy strength and we are real close to even on those.
Look forward to seeing even more impressive lifts from ya cause I know you are capable and determined.

on side note, hit 265x9 on bench tonight. trying to close that gap! Though that seems nearly impossible to catch your bench form haha!

[nzmusclez]

Bench 275 - 8
Decline 280 - 8
Incline 215 - 11
Dips 115 - 12
Rc work

**** nwskier ur bench is right on my tail! I think my rom has even improved on the pull ups but i could be wrong. Ur comments are motivating though to keep pushing. We r very close 2 each other in both comps hahah

[nwskier]

Bench 275 - 8
Decline 280 - 8
Incline 215 - 11
Dips 115 - 12
Rc work

**** nwskier ur bench is right on my tail! I think my rom has even improved on the pull ups but i could be wrong. Ur comments are motivating though to keep pushing. We r very close 2 each other in both comps hahah

haha. gonna try to match your bench tomorrow. bet the bank on it! Don't get these oppty often, so gotta take advantage!

pullups look great m8. You got potential to make that lift deadly. Loving the motivation and push.

any plans to do BB/DB shoulder presses again? right now is a time to make a move as i'm taking a month or so off delt presses cause an annoying right shoulder is impinged again (finished at 205x1 standing OHP, and around 215x3-4 seated OHP)

[nzmusclez]

Bench 275 - 8 cleaner than last time
Decline 280 - 8
Incline 225 - 8
Skipped dips not feeling well.

Thats a good shoulder press for both. I wonder if i should add shoulder press in after dips... could be something to try. Would definitely be weak but hah.

My bench is 2 reps away from skyrocketing. 10 reps of 275 is my general plateau then i hit 4 to 6 and gain 20lb easy.

[nwskier]

Bench 275 - 8 cleaner than last time
Decline 280 - 8
Incline 225 - 8
Skipped dips not feeling well.

Thats a good shoulder press for both. I wonder if i should add shoulder press in after dips... could be something to try. Would definitely be weak but hah.

My bench is 2 reps away from skyrocketing. 10 reps of 275 is my general plateau then i hit 4 to 6 and gain 20lb easy.

Do it. I bet you could get it strong as fawk.


I hit 265x9 and 275x7 the other day. close.
BUT your bench is pretty formidable and unstoppable. I'm sure you'll be pushing 3 plates for 5+ in no time again