Big Boy Basics

[Tblock1]

I made up that view on taxation....

What I believe in is that the government shouldn't take a large chunk of what I make. The way I view taxes is such that if I don't have the guts to join the army and defend my country, then I absolutely MUST pay my taxes to support those who do.

But given that, I am not a fan of socialistic taxing which is becoming a problem in the US plus in India we've had it like this for ages. Most people who earn get taxed 30%+. It's the same in the US. In Europe in some countries its a 60% tax. I am not a fan of that. You pay enough to keep the government running and to support your troops. But thats it. I'm not interested in paying more money so some bum living on the street can get a meal tonight. I know that may seem heartless but I think if people have more cash they will spend more cash = better economy.

I completely agree. My dad would be like "Fuck yeah! " hhahaha.

Mike: I got:

ruger Mini-14
cz-52 handgun
mosin nagant m44
ruger 10-22

Those are guns I paid for with my money. We got other stuff too

 

[Andalite]

Nice work, Trevor

 

[Andalite]

BACK TRAINING - Mesocycle 23 Week 1

All I had eaten prior to this workout was a 2 scoop whey shake plus 2 grams of Omega 3 Fatty Acids and half a cup of almonds.

Weighted Pull-ups:
BW + 20 lbs x 3 reps
BW + 30 lbs x 4 reps
BW + 40 lbs x 3 reps
BW + 50 lbs x 2 reps
BW + 50 lbs x 3 reps
Very good stuff!!!

Dumbbell Rows:
120 lbs x 4 reps
120 lbs x 5 reps
120 lbs x 6 reps
120 lbs x 7 reps
Such a long time since I've done these....

Seated Cable Rows: 120 lbs x 8 reps x 3 sets, 100 lbs x 13 reps

Decline Dumbbell Punches: 25 lbs x 10 reps x 2 sets

Facepulls: 75 lbs x 15 reps, 87.5 lbs x 12 reps

Hammer Curls: 45 lbs x 10 reps x 2 sets

I am going to try to increase the reps on the dumbbell rows. I want to get 3x13 with them.

Here's the video of the Dumbbell Rows:

 

[Tblock1]

wow that is a strong workout andalite! Rows are looking strong too

 

[Andalite]

wow that is a strong workout andalite! Rows are looking strong too

Thanks Trevor. I want 120x13 again!!!!

 

[Tblock1]

Thanks Trevor. I want 120x13 again!!!!

Wow I dont remember you getting 120x13? Damn good stuff! I'm liking db rows myself...except O am already at 3x13xheaviest db in the gym. How should I progress now? I might do some 1 handed cable rows too as I like those and can add weight to the stack of only 160

 

[Andalite]

Wow I dont remember you getting 120x13? Damn good stuff! I'm liking db rows myself...except O am already at 3x13xheaviest db in the gym. How should I progress now? I might do some 1 handed cable rows too as I like those and can add weight to the stack of only 160

I would reduce the rest intervals between those 3x13 sets and try to work up to getting 20 reps in one set. First reduce density. Then work upwards. Or you could spend $100 and buy a huge handle from APT Pro Gear which is what I would do

 

[Andalite]

PRESS TRAINING - Mesocycle 23 Week 1

This was Saturday night. Devraj, Kanishk and I went in for this workout. It was Kanishk's Deadlift Day, Devraj's Squat Training and Press Day for me.

Unilateral OHP: 70 lbs x 5 reps x 4 sets
I thought I'd be able to do more on this but my right and left biceps were in pain from the Friday's Back Training session.

Close Grip Bench Press:
185 lbs x 5 reps
205 lbs x 4 reps
205 lbs x 3 reps
205 lbs x 3 reps
185 lbs x 7 reps
This exercise was extremely frustrating. My right bicep was hurting like hell from the previous day's back session. It was damn painful once the bar hit my chest and on the second and third sets with 205 lbs I just failed. Pretty darn annoying and painful!

Banded Push-ups: Black Band x 10 reps x 2 sets
I had no idea what to do after that CGBP debacle....My elbow hurt doing any movement.

Front Planks with Elevation of Alternate Arm and Leg: BW x 60 seconds x 3 sets

Here's the long video...Clips of Kanishk, Devraj and me:

 

[Andalite]

DEADLIFT TRAINING - Mesocycle 23 Week 2

Went in to train on an empty stomach.

Deadlift Warm-ups:
Mobility Drills
135 lbs x 7 reps
245 lbs x 5 reps
295 lbs x 5 reps
345 lbs x 3 reps
385 lbs x 3 reps

Deadlift Work Sets:
415 lbs x 3 reps
455 lbs x 3 reps
455 lbs x 2 reps
415 lbs x 5 reps
Added one rep to the first set with 455 from last week. Using this new equipment is taking some getting used to. Next week I'm gonna aim for some more reps.

Jackknife Pikes on a Swiss Ball: BW x 10 reps x 3 sets

Hammer Curls: 50 lbs x 8 reps x 2 sets

Lots of stuff going on right now....Tomorrow is Pistol Squats Training...

Video for today:

 

[the.gladiator1987]

Hey andalite on page 55 you made me a routine but on the first day it has heavy bench squat and deads. But I cant do heavy squat or deads so its kind of a waste of a day. Can you remake it please? lol btw nice deads youre still pullin heavy weight after not doin them for a while thats good