Bench Press:
150 Pounds - 2 Sets x 8 Reps
Goal = 2 sets x 6-8 Reps
Bench is feeling the best it ever has from a technical standpoint. It's enabling me to push through hard reps, and I had a...
Hatfield Squat
270 pounds - 2 sets x 6 reps
Goal = 2 sets x 4-6 reps
Somehow this is getting easier each week instead of harder. Felt like I could've done 10 reps on the first set, and still...
When gyms were shut down for Covid all I did was pushups, situps, bodyweight squats, and short bike rides a couple of times per day. It was enough to...
What kg dumbbells do you have available to use? Just light weights, or do you have access to heavier DB's as well? How fast are you adding weight - per session, per week, per month?
gauntlad - Very cool! The great thing about dedication to a physical activity is that you know what commitment is, and you know what it feels like to...
Barbell Row
185 pounds - 2 sets x 8 reps
Goal = 2 sets x 6-8 reps
Had previously been doing Deadlifts here, but had planned to replace it with a row variation. I was thinking it would be T-Bar...
Kudos for committing yourself to doing more in the area of physical fitness. It's definitely an important factor for anyone who hopes to live a long and healthy life.
High Bar Squat
195 pounds - 2 sets x 6 reps
Goal = 2 sets x 4-6 reps
Ran into a couple of mini grinders on the second set. I felt plenty strong, but I mis-grooved a couple of reps (not sure...
Regarding the post above - I largely disagree. Not that the feedback might not be appropriate for some people, but I don't think it's appropriate for you, given your goals and level of experience.
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Long day. Started yard work at about 3PM, thinking I'd do that and then grill up some dinner. Well, as anyone who's ever watched a kid on their own knows, my planned timeline doesn't matter, lol. ...
In regards to 5/3/1 being a strength based program - Strength and size are largely inseparable. You'll need to gain strength to gain size. I'm not saying 5/3/1 is the best program for getting...
Everyone is going to respond differently when it comes to eating, training, and other aspects of bodybuilding (assuming bodybuilding is your goal). I'd probably expect someone who's doing everything...
Walking Lunge
27.5lb DB's - 2 sets x 12 reps
Goal = 2 sets x 8-12 reps
Lunges haven't been bad for the last couple of month, but today they freaking sucked. I rested like 10 minutes after the...
Meadows Row: Rest Pause
Left Arm = 50 Pounds x 28 Reps (15/8/5)
Right Arm = 50 Pounds x 29 Reps (15/8/6)
Goal = 20-25 Reps
Feels really good to do these again after an extended break from them. ...
