Little Boy to Large Man (Log)

[coreygb]

Squat
150x5
190x5
225x5
265x5
305x5 (tied PR!)

Bench
105x5
135x5
160x5
185x5
215x1(1 rep PR)

So I only got 1 rep insead of 5 on bench. I know I'm strong enough to get 5 reps considering I fairly easily got 3 just 2 days ago. I think I was fatigued due to not having a long weekend of rest (had to workout saturday instead of friday) and maybe the really low carbs had something to do with it. Either way, I'll get it next time. My arms were incredibly achey after doing 215x1. I took that as my body telling me no more arm work. So, I didn't do rows or pullups. I'll hit the pullups on my next workout.

 

[coreygb]

8.24.11

Squat
150x5
185x5
230x5
230x5

Press
85x5
105x5
120x5
145x4 (4 rep PR)

Deadlift
135x5
215x5
260x5
300x5
350x5 (PR)

I was expecting to miss at least one rep on OH press. I'm proud that I got that much though. 350x5 deadlift wasn't the easiest thing in the world, but I've had harder deadlift sets.

My diet has been pretty spot on, and I'll be weighing myself this friday.

 

[coreygb]

8.26.11

This wasn't the greatest workout because my triceps were hurting again. Maybe its the low carbs or something because they aren't injured or anything.

Did some lightish squats.
Worked up to 265x5

Bench
Worked up to 215x3

BB Curls
75x10
80x10
80x7

20 min light cardio.

 

[coreygb]

Changing up the training a bit.

8.29.11

Squat
Warmups
205x5
230x5
260x8

Leg Press
270x12
360x12
360x12

Leg Curl
80x10
80x10
80x10

Seated Calf Raise
50x20
50x20
50x20
50x20

The weekend carb up was awesome and much needed. I enjoyed this workout with the exception of seated calf raises, which is the most painful exercise I've ever done. It kills my feet, and the pad that rests atop my legs/above my knees isn't very soft. Anyway, yesterday was the first time I've ever walked funny leaving the gym since my first few squat sessions. I'm enjoying changing it up a bit. My body is so used to 5 reps that anything more than that feels strange, but in a good way.

 

[johnnyrockit8665]

Whats up Corey lookin good my brotha!

 

[coreygb]

Thanks dude!

8.31.11

Bench
Warmup
135x5
155x5
175x10

Flat DB Bench
45x10
55x10
60x10

BB Row
155x12
155x12
155x8

DB Pullover
40x10
50x10
55x10


It was my first time doing DB bench and pullovers, so I really had no idea where to start as far as weight goes. I got comfortable with them pretty quick. It was a hell of a workout, but I don't think it'll be a problem beating those weights next time.

Energy felt fine. I got quite a pump in my tris during DB bench.

 

[coreygb]

9.2.11

Deadlift
Warmup
240x5
275x5
315x5

20 min cardio

I had a really long day, and I was lucky to even get in the gym and get this much done. I was supposed to shoot for 5+ on the 315 set, but I just couldn't get more than five. It wasn't a matter of strength -- the first rep was easy. I just didn't have the energy to keep going.

Morning weigh in: 191.2

 

[coreygb]

9.5.11

Press
Warmup
95x5
105x5
125x6

Chins
10
8
5

Dips
11
9
8

BB Curl
80x10
80x7
80x5

20 Min cardio

Disappointed with 125x6 press. I really thought I'd get more than that considering I recently got 140x5. Decent workout.

 

[StevenM23]

Just seen all your PRs doing the 5x5!! Awesome bro and u got more muscular for sure! Motivation To me because I just started program today!!

 

[coreygb]

Ha, thanks man. I'm glad I could motivate you. I understand some peoples' complaints about 5x5 routines, but I think its great. Consistency and food will work wonders on a routine like that. Good luck!