Jake starts the OLD SCHOOL routine...

[BodybuildingUniverse]

9/24

Stiff legs - 1x20 with 225. Felt like I wimped out on these cause 20 was fairly easy but I didnt really know where I was at strength wise. Not too big a fan of these but I am sticking to the program. MY main goof on these was to not use straps. Grip started to give at rep 18 or so, I dont want to have to worry about that

Overhead press - 3 work sets with 165 for 5 reps. Did em standing but I think i like seated better. I get too big a head rush standing up for some reason.

Squats - 3 work sets with 365 for 3 reps. legs still damn sore from my last squat workout, need to eat more! Must say that I thought 3 reps would be a breeze but after the stiff legs and still being sore...ugh!

 

[The Shadow]

Nice, nice......


W/o looks easier than it really is.......great job

 

[BodybuildingUniverse]

9/26

Barbell rows: worked up to 240 on my last set. If I had to bitch about any part of the program it would be this exercise. I just think I get more out of them in the 6-8 range. I may do a little overtime

Bench: still feeling weak but worked up to 240 for 5 good ones, probably could have done 7. Easing into things, covering some old ground with weights that should be old news but are currently challenging

Deadlift: This is where I got pissed off. Added only 5 pounds (320) since my last workout was 20 reps with 315 to the death. I was good for 20 for sure but forgot my chalk AND straps and just couldnt hold on past 17 without tearing my palm. The bar dropped. I was tempted to throw on 500 and show the bar who's BOSS but I will save it for next time. So anyways, only 17 reps.

looking forward to my next workout...

 

[The Shadow]

give it til the end of next week - by then smooth sailing....

 

[BodybuildingUniverse]

9/28

Shrugs: 345 - 5x5
Barbell Curl: 130 - 5x3 work sets
Dips: BW + 70-pounds in plates - 5x5 (amazing how quickly the strength returns. My first dip on this new routine felt SOOOOO weak and that was just bodyweight!!)
Squats: 365 -5 sets x4 reps (could only manage 4 reps but I wanted to add weight)

bodyweight update: getting hungry, bw is up to 220 or so.

 

[The Shadow]

nice.........GREAT JOB

 

[gettinlarger]

Sounds like youre really enjoying the routine man. Keep up the great work.

 

[jeremys]

are you doing the main lifts (squat, bench, press) at the end? if so, why?

or is that just the way you're typing it in?

 

[BodybuildingUniverse]

Just following the routine man and not asking questions -

Seriously, it is tougher to hit the big lift at the end but I am warmed up and the other exercises are not too taxing overall. Takes a few weeks to get used to - it is a tough, basic routine - but I am feeling good and works perfectly for someone who can only dedicate 3 brief days to the gym.

10/1

Stiff legs - 1x20 with 235. Had my straps on hand this week

Overhead press - 3 work sets with 165 for 5 reps. Did em seated this week, much better

Squats - 3 work sets with 370 for 3 reps. I think I may do a few walkouts with heavier weight next workout, 370 is feeling heavier than normal. I also was dumb enough to train in a tank top, bar was rolling way down my back.

Starting to like the routine quite well...

 

[Cobin]

Are you noticing any size/strength gains with it heavy?