Buddhas Enlightening 5x5 Log

[buddhabuilder]

Ok then consider this. That may just be the way you squat to a point bro. I mean I would def try to get it as good as I could but then realize that your not gonna be perfect and go on with it.
Thats exactly what i had to do in my case with my left knee.

Zedhed, I more than appreciate your guidance on this matter. Before you started working with me, my heels were on 3" boards, and now I'm flat on the ground. That in itself is a huge victory!

I am going to start trying to bring my heels in just a little bit as I continue working to be as even as possible, and get my hip joints just below my knees at the bottom. It is worth pointing out that I have not experienced any discomfort (pain or twinges) up until this point.

I also recently saw a video where Mehdi talks about how he had scoliosis of the spine as a challenge to deal with. I also sent him an e-mail to see if he had any tips.

Anyway, my form is like night and day, even just compared to last week, so I know I will see more improvement. Also, since I am getting more even, I know I will be even stronger now.

This is just my fourth week, so plenty of time for this cycle of the 5x5's. I'll start adding 5 pounds to the squat again Wednesday. Cool!

"When you encounter a wall, you should tell yourself, "Since there is a wall here, a wide, open expanse must lie on the other side." Rather than becoming discouraged, know that encountering a wall is proof of the progress that you have made so far. I hope that you will continually advance in your Buddhist practice with this conviction blazing ever more strongly in your heart."

 

[zedhed]

Sounds gr8 bro. I am happy for you that you are progressing so well. Keep up the good work bro.

 

[NoFatChicks91]

Glad to hear your squats are getting better my friend, that hardly took any time at all to make such improvement! Proud of you man keep up the hard work and dedication. Much respect

 

[zedhed]

^^^Agree big time!^^^

 

[buddhabuilder]

I've continued to make headway with the Squats. I found to bring my heels in to a basic wide squat stance, I still had to put my heels on 1" plates. Not only was it a little awkward to get into form (no doubt more than a little in 2 more weeks of weights) but I was also missing out on the even pressure all the way along the outside of my feet along with the heel. So, I found an insole that has a 1" lift in the heel, and tapers down to zero at the toe. The packaging is a little funny, it appears to directed at short guys, but they fit in my Chuck Taylors and I'm ready to go.

Monday brings the 1-45 plate and 1-25 plate on each side of the Olympic bar breakthrough event, and more to come. I'll throw up some new videos to show form late in the week as I get used to the soles. This was the perfect program for me to challenge right now. Thanx Everyone!

 

[NoFatChicks91]

Hey man you're gonna kill the new weight on Monday! I use those Chuck Taylors when I squat and deadlift too man they make such a huge difference as opposed to running shoes which I foolishly squatted in for quite some time. Again I love your dedication and diehard attitude my brother.

 

[zedhed]

Hey Budha try the duck walks yet bro?

 

[buddhabuilder]

Hey Zedhed, Yes, they are like a moving version of the stretches I do before lifting, and everything is def bringing greater balance between my legs. I haven't tried them with the heel lifts in. That will prob be a good way to get ready for wearing them tomorrow when I squat. I went to a specialist in my managed care at the beginning of this program. He showed me the x-ray of my ankle and explained that the joint has bone bits, I think he called them spurs, on each side of the ankle joint, and it is these making contact that stops the ankle from flexing further. My GP seemed to think that the joint could be cleaned out, but they aren't keen to do anything that costs money in managed care. Maybe I'll push for something next Spring when I am dieting, after putting on some size over the next 6 months or so.

Watch for new videos towards the end of the week. Cheers!

 

[buddhabuilder]

Inching towards Enlightenment.

Just a quick note on squatting with the heel lifts. It is a huge improvement to be able to lift the bar and use a strict 2 back, 2 out motion with my feet. No more looking for the 1" lift to get my heels up on. But the best part is the even pressure I can now keep on the outside of my feet and my heels. I could really feel the difference in my upper legs and hips as they worked, and I was able to really drive my knees out in the motion. The weight felt so much lighter too!

Duck walks Tue, Thur, Sat, for 1/2 hour. Will shoot new video Friday.

 

[Buildingup24]

Good stuff.

How's the job hunt going?