John's training journal - starting out in strongman

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JCarter123		...	07-02-2013 @ 19:54
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	Thurs 7th Feb 2013 Deadlifts doh 10 x 52.5kg 6 x 92.5kg 4 x 132.5kg 1 x 162.5kg pb mixed grip 1 x 172.5kg 1 x 182.5kg 1 x 192.5kg 1 x 202.5kg pb for strapless Grip was solid on the last rep, could've easily pulled more if my back wasn't so tired. bw chin ups one arm lat pull downs seated rows One arm deads 3 x 57.5kg L&R 3 x 62.5kg L&R 2 x 72.5kg L&R 1 x 77.5kg L&R Grip was shot after the last one so this was def my max. lat push downs horizontal bicep curls Rack pulls mixed grip 10 x 100kg 6 x 140kg 4 x 180kg 2 x 220kg 2 x 250kg Grip burning on this so again at my limit. Back feels completely healed now so looking forward to deadlifting 220kg+ in the comp.

JCarter123		...	09-02-2013 @ 15:31
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	Post Edited: 09.02.2013 @ 15:34 PM by JCarter123 9th Feb 2013 Log lift (1 clean the then all jerked) 5 x 40kg 5 x 40kg 5 x 50kg 4 x 60kg 3 x 70kg 1 x 75kg 1 x 80kg 1 x 80kg 1 x 85kg 1 x 90kg (pb with fat log) Really pleased with this. First time doing jerks and got the hang of it eventually. The 90kg was easier than both the 80kg lifts. Think the trick is to do the jerk part asap after the clean to save energy. Also need to point the toes out slightly to allow a more vertical dip. Farmer's Walk 15m x 57.5kg ~ 10 seconds 15m x 77.5kg ~ 10 seconds 15m x 97.5kg ~ 10 seconds 12m x 117.5kg ~ 20 seconds Grip not quite there but still pleased to get it moving reasonably fast. Little play on the WSM style squats.

JCarter123		...	11-02-2013 @ 19:08
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	11th Feb 2013 One handed deadlifts 5 x 42.5kg L&R 4 x 52.5kg L&R 3 x 62.5kg L&R 2 x 72.5kg L&R 1 x 80kg L&R PB 3 x 72.5kg L&R 6 x 62.5kg L&R Squats 10 x 60kg 6 x 100kg belt on 3 x 140kg 3 x 140kg 2 x 160kg 1 x 170kg 7 x 140kg WSM style Calf raises 25 x 100kg x 5 Upside down leg press on smith 15 x 90kg 12 x 110kg 10 x 150kg x 3 Leg raises 10 x 50kg 10 x 60kg 10 x 70kg 8 x 80kg 5 x 90kg 15 x 50kg

JCarter123		...	17-02-2013 @ 08:31
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	Post Edited: 20.02.2013 @ 21:07 PM by JCarter123 Are You Winning? U90kg comp 8 U90kg competitors and 1 guest lifter. Event 1 - Max log (3 attempts each) Opened at 80kg which I got easy enough. Moved up to 90kg which is a joint pb but couldn't get it on the first go. Went for it again with my last lift and it was easy. Shame I missed it first time as would've liked to go for a pb 95kg. 7th place 180kg squat to platform for reps First lift took nice and slow to judge depth. Second lift went a lot faster down and tried to bounce it a lot but it was hard. 3rd lift went even faster and it was a real struggle. Had no commitment on the 4th lift and failed. Reaslised afterwards I'd forgotten to take my shoes off, may have gained an extra half point here. 7th place 120kg Farmer's Walk (15m drop and turn 15m back) Wanted to do the 1st 15m in one go. Set off fast but grip gave way so easily. Managed to battle through the 1st 15m but didn't bother trying to come back with only 20 seconds left. Wish I'd pick up and just struggle through another few meters which might have got me an extra point. Lesson learnt. Joint 6th place Deadlift for reps - starting at 220kg, moving up 20kg after every 3rd rep Realised using 25kg plates the deadlift was slightly higher than regular height so wanted to get 3 with 220kg and 3 with 240kg. First 3 reps went up fast and easy. Had a 10 second pause to get ready for the 240kg as I knew it was going to be tough. Got it a few inches off the floor then my back pulled again (recurring injury from a month ago). Shame but nothing I could do on this one. Joint 5th place Avoiding rolling before lifting would've saved a few seconds and possible gained me a place or two (as the reps were timed). Loading race - 75kg sack, 75kg barrell, 85kg sack, 85kg barrel, 95kg sack, 105kg barrell Plan was to go nice and steady and hopefully get 5 in the time. Picked the sack up and went like a steam train. After 2 runs I was gassed. 2nd sack was still fast'ish but had to pause before picking up 2nd barrell and then was very slow walking it down. Couldn't even pick up the 3rd sack. Should I have started off lower? I think 2 people managed 5 and the rest only 4 so probably my speed gained my some places but 5 would've secured my 3rd place. 4th place Joint 6th place overall. Not bad given my back and a few lessons learnt on the way. Videos to follow.

phil1983		...	17-02-2013 @ 10:09
Member 2271, 337 posts SQ 260, BP 220, DL 290 770.0 kgs @ 95kgs UnEq	Hey mate its phil I was guest lifter yest at comp.... Was good 2 meet u and u did well 2 fight for your final placing....did really well in last few events FairPlay...... Standard of the 90's guys was so high.... Well shocked me.... Good luck for the coming season and keep plugging away and pushing it as you are & ul do well mate!

JCarter123		...	17-02-2013 @ 19:51
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	phil1983 said:Hey mate its phil I was guest lifter yest at comp.... Was good 2 meet u and u did well 2 fight for your final placing....did really well in last few events FairPlay...... Standard of the 90's guys was so high.... Well shocked me.... Good luck for the coming season and keep plugging away and pushing it as you are & ul do well mate! Cheers mate yeah standard was well high. Thought I'd do well in the medley but everyone fit as well as strong. Much training needed if I'm to compete at this level. I'll look out for you at future comps.

JCarter123		...	17-02-2013 @ 19:54
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq


jones105		....	17-02-2013 @ 20:16
most definatley not an idiot Member 2731, 3579 posts SQ 260, BP 170, DL 300 730.0 kgs @ 87kgs Eq	Good effort yest mate,was a good comp...what's ur palns now?

JCarter123		...	17-02-2013 @ 20:21
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	jones105 said:Good effort yest mate,was a good comp...what's ur palns now? Dunno tbh. Not sure whether to stick at this weight and try the ESM southern qualifier or eat normally and train for next year's u105kg season. I'm much happier at that weight as I find eating right hard. Either way I've got to get stronger though. How about you?

jones105		.....	17-02-2013 @ 22:08
most definatley not an idiot Member 2731, 3579 posts SQ 260, BP 170, DL 300 730.0 kgs @ 87kgs Eq	JCarter123 said: Dunno tbh. Not sure whether to stick at this weight and try the ESM southern qualifier or eat normally and train for next year's u105kg season. I'm much happier at that weight as I find eating right hard. Either way I've got to get stronger though. How about you? My origanal plan was 105's as there was no u90s in wales at first,but phil who was at the comp encouraged me to do u90,and am glad he did.. Found the eating hard at first but now its second nature although I do have my days were I'll binge lol... Do what you think is right for you mate,strength will come what ever u decide to do..and good luck... Next for me is royal counties then welsh u90...

JCarter123		...	18-02-2013 @ 07:53
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	jones105 said: My origanal plan was 105's as there was no u90s in wales at first,but phil who was at the comp encouraged me to do u90,and am glad he did.. Found the eating hard at first but now its second nature although I do have my days were I'll binge lol... Do what you think is right for you mate,strength will come what ever u decide to do..and good luck... Next for me is royal counties then welsh u90... Yeah I should be at royal counties too. Hopefully my back will be sorted by then and I'll be able to push you guys a bit in the deadlifting at least.

JCarter123		...	18-02-2013 @ 18:42
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	Monday 18th Feb 2013 2-block CGBP (paused) 10 x 20kg 5 x 30kg 3 x 40kg 2 x 50kg 1 x 60kg 1 x 70kg 1 x 80kg 5 x 85kg 3 x 90kg 2 x 95kg Inclined bench on Smith 15 x 40kg 8 x 60kg 6 x 80kg 3 x 100kg 3 x 120kg assisted/pointless 2 x 100kg + 1 fail 5 sets 10 facepulls 5 sets 8 front raises 1 minute 50kg dumbbell hold So stiff from Sat but decided triceps were fine to train.

JCarter123		...	20-02-2013 @ 18:28
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	Wed 20th Feb 2013 Squats 10 x 60kg 10 x 60kg 8 x 80kg 6 x 100kg 4 x 120kg 2 x 140kg 1 x 150kg fail (back fked, legs tired) Leg extensions 15 x 40kg 12 x 50kg 10 x 60kg 8 x 70kg 6 x 80kg SLDL doh 10 x 52.5kg 8 x 72.5kg 6 x 92.5kg 4 x 112.5kg Leg press 10 x 100kg 10 x 150kg 10 x 200kg 10 x 250kg 1 arm deadlift** 5 x 52.5kg L&R 3 x 62.5kg L&R 2 x 72.5kg L&R 1 x 82.5kg L only dumbbell holds 50kg x 1 minute

JCarter123		...	22-02-2013 @ 19:47
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	22nd Feb Just some CoC as I was bored waiting for my Chinese S x 30secs T x 30secs 1 x 15 secs 1.5 x 10secs 1 x 10 right, 2 reps left T x 30 right, 23 left 1 x 5 right, 2 left Feel like it was working my fingers more then my forearms, but they're still fried and struggling to type this.

JCarter123		...	23-02-2013 @ 13:01
Member 3757, 1746 posts SQ 202.5, BP 110, DL 255 567.5 kgs @ 82kgs UnEq	Sat 23rd Feb 2013 Trap bar deadlift Never done these before 5 x 75kg 5 x 125kg 5 x 175kg 3 x 215kg 2 x 215kg 3 x 185kg arm over arm follwed by prowler x 3 1 handed farmers walk followed by 3 300kg tyre flips x 4 Strict fat log (1 clean) 5 x 42kg 5 x 42kg 5 x 62kg 3 x 72kg 1 x 74.5kg 1 x 77kg 1 x 79.5kg 1 x 82kg PB Fat log jerk-press (1 clean) 5 x 62kg 3 x 72kg 1 x 82kg Pleased with the strict log. Wanted to try a PB on the jerk but was too tired. Really enjoyed the tyre as well and plenty more there.

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