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[Tblock1]

hey andalite what kind of grip do you use for cgbp? Like the same I use or different

 

[Andalite]

hey andalite what kind of grip do you use for cgbp? Like the same I use or different

I saw this video of yours: YouTube - 245x1 Paused Close Grip bench press

Same grip. Slightly shorter pause. Lighter weight. Browner executer. hahahhaa

 

[Tblock1]

I saw this video of yours: YouTube - 245x1 Paused Close Grip bench press

Same grip. Slightly shorter pause. Lighter weight. Browner executer. hahahhaa

ahahhaha lol! BTW, I am gaining strength back quick. I did a double with a 1-1 thousand pause at 225 cgbp and worked up to a single at 240 paused cgbp at the end of 1 hour 40 minute workout. So happy! I think I could have gotten 250 at the beginning of the workout.... Also, I have been following your routine and really enjoying it. Today I did squats and military press. I just worked my way based on how I felt. I hadnt squatted or pressed in 3 weeks, but I at least was able to work my way to 305x1 on squats and 155x2 on mp, plus a bunch of doubles at 150

 

[Andalite]

ahahhaha lol! BTW, I am gaining strength back quick. I did a double with a 1-1 thousand pause at 225 cgbp and worked up to a single at 240 paused cgbp at the end of 1 hour 40 minute workout. So happy! I think I could have gotten 250 at the beginning of the workout.... Also, I have been following your routine and really enjoying it. Today I did squats and military press. I just worked my way based on how I felt. I hadnt squatted or pressed in 3 weeks, but I at least was able to work my way to 305x1 on squats and 155x2 on mp, plus a bunch of doubles at 150

That is terrific!!!

Btw...my memory escapes me: what routine have I given you? All I know is that I am currently helping Mike and Ark...are you on the list as well?

In any case: solid job on the squats and MP. This reminds me...I need to do more Overhead Pressing from now on

 

[Tblock1]

That is terrific!!!

Btw...my memory escapes me: what routine have I given you? All I know is that I am currently helping Mike and Ark...are you on the list as well?

In any case: solid job on the squats and MP. This reminds me...I need to do more Overhead Pressing from now on

The one you gave me to get me ready for the virtualmeet.net competition. I liked it's somplicity and decided to follow it with only a few changes:
1. different days
2. no front squats

 

[Andalite]

The one you gave me to get me ready for the virtualmeet.net competition. I liked it's somplicity and decided to follow it with only a few changes:
1. different days
2. no front squats

Oh thats cool. You should do Front Squats though....it will be a costly mistake to completely abandon them.

 

[Tblock1]

Oh thats cool. You should do Front Squats though....it will be a costly mistake to completely abandon them.

I know I used to like front squats but to me squats are now just an assistance exercise to my deadlift, and I dont like 2 squat variations in the same workout. I know you love front squats but right now priorities for me are: (in no order)
1. Increase deadlift (regain strength too)
2. Increase bench
3. Increase overhead press
4. Cardio
5. Bodyweight endurance exercises

And in the past my deadlift has moved up great with just deadlifting and back squatting

 

[Andalite]

I know I used to like front squats but to me squats are now just an assistance exercise to my deadlift, and I dont like 2 squat variations in the same workout. I know you love front squats but right now priorities for me are: (in no order)
1. Increase deadlift (regain strength too)
2. Increase bench
3. Increase overhead press
4. Cardio
5. Bodyweight endurance exercises

And in the past my deadlift has moved up great with just deadlifting and back squatting

In terms of Deadlifting, most big DL'ers like Front Squats over Back Squats because they engage the PC more.

It is up to you though. Your goals and mine are very close.

I have your:

1. Increase Deadlift (regain strength for me too because it's been 7 weeks since I've done Deadlifts)
3. Increase OHP
5. Bodyweight Endurance Exercises...namely PISTOL SQUATS

 

[Andalite]

Full Body Training 5

I ate a TON of food yesterday....actually, I ate like 4 servings of Kebabs (each serving was meant for 2 people) plus I ate 500 grams of chicken plus I had 4 scoops of whey plus 3 cups of vegetables and a lot of ice cream. Wow...

Front Squats = 265 lbs x 3 reps x 3 sets
Was very out of it this training session. But, I got all my required sets and reps so I'm happy.

Chest Supported Rows = 160 lbs x 7 reps x 3 sets
I just wanted to increase the reps. Next week I'm gonna try to get 8-9 reps on most sets.

Supine GHR on a Swiss Ball = BW x 12 reps x 3 sets
Killer...burnt my hammies!

Inverted Rows with Feet Elevated on a Swiss Ball = BW x 15 reps x 4 sets
Total Reps = 60
Increased the density like none other today. Last time I had gotten 60 reps in 5 sets. This time I got it in 4. So awesome!

Jackknife Pikes on a Swiss Ball = BW x 12 reps x 2 sets

Exhausting. Hopefully next week my head will be in the game because I am planning on taking 275 for Front Squats. Hopefully by that time I will be allowed to record my videos. I hope. Knock on wood.

I hope everyone's having a good week! Thanks for reading as always!

 

[miked8c]

Full Body Training 5

I ate a TON of food yesterday....actually, I ate like 4 servings of Kebabs (each serving was meant for 2 people) plus I ate 500 grams of chicken plus I had 4 scoops of whey plus 3 cups of vegetables and a lot of ice cream. Wow...

Front Squats = 265 lbs x 3 reps x 3 sets
Was very out of it this training session. But, I got all my required sets and reps so I'm happy.

Chest Supported Rows = 160 lbs x 7 reps x 3 sets
I just wanted to increase the reps. Next week I'm gonna try to get 8-9 reps on most sets.

Supine GHR on a Swiss Ball = BW x 12 reps x 3 sets
Killer...burnt my hammies!

Inverted Rows with Feet Elevated on a Swiss Ball = BW x 15 reps x 4 sets
Total Reps = 60
Increased the density like none other today. Last time I had gotten 60 reps in 5 sets. This time I got it in 4. So awesome!

Jackknife Pikes on a Swiss Ball = BW x 12 reps x 2 sets

Exhausting. Hopefully next week my head will be in the game because I am planning on taking 275 for Front Squats. Hopefully by that time I will be allowed to record my videos. I hope. Knock on wood.

I hope everyone's having a good week! Thanks for reading as always!

Hey man growth comes from the kitchen, great eatin'.