Thanks man. That’s what I’m doing. Taking it easy and going slow.
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Anabolic Steroids
Go Buckeyes 2018 log
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So I upgraded my gym membership bc they bought this cocoon thing that is suppose to help you heal or something. It’s a hyperthermic chamber, kinda like a sauna only you put your whole body in it. I started using it after every workout on Tuesday. Hoping it helps me recovery better. I also went back and started 5-3-1 on Monday but started with the Deload week this week, think I mentioned that already but oh well lol. I feel a lot better not drinking, I’ve lost about 8 pounds also but I feel stronger.
I’m going to enter a powerlifting competition. I said last year I was thinking about it, well shit or get off the pot. I’m think I’ve narrowed it down to USPA contest bc they r not drug tested. Haven’t found one yet but I’m still not sure if that’s the federation I should join. Then I’m confused on the equipment I can use. I read the rule book and it says I can use strong sleeves knee sleeves but I have the level 3 ones. And I remember last year you couldn’t not use them, only the level 2 ones. If anybody can help me on this it would be much appreciated. I know my wrist wraps are gtg, pretty sure my belt is not, and confused on sleeves. I’m would be doing a RAW contest at 220lbs.
There are quite a few meets in your area other than USPA. i prefer the USPA though myself.
Youre fine with those knee sleeves. Never heard anything about anyone not being able to use any STrong knee sleeves.
Why do you say your belt isnt good to go? just as long as its not over 4" wide, and 13mm thick, youll be fine.
My belt is a elitefts 4” 13 mm belt. I just didn’t see it on the approved vendor list. That’s great news about my knee sleeves. I got the STrong wrist wraps also which I know are ok. Ima look up events for USPA. I’m going with them just on your guys recommendation. I started reading the rules and I’ll finish this weekend.
Started my first mini cycle of 5-3-1 today and did squats. I dropped my training maxes for this one bc I know my strength dropped from drinking so much and not eating right for 4 months straight. I feel 100% better right now tho. I worked up to 2x5 at 390. I failed on both sets too. Only got 4 on the first set and 3 on the second. It felt good tho so I’m hoping to get my shit back together quickly.
Bench today. Dropped my weights on this too. I’m pretty much dropping my weights on everything for this first go around. I’ll see how I feel in 3 weeks to decide how much to add for my next mini cycle. I worked up to 2x5 at 300. It felt good, no pain in my shoulder, nice pause at the bottom on every rep. Still didn’t lift heavy on my accessory lifts when it came to overhead press. I’m taking it nice n slow. Still doing the cocoon after every workout for 20 min.
Did a hour of cardio this morning and sat in the cocoon for 30 min. I’m starting to feel really good, idk if it’s the cocoon or a placebo effect but my body is feeling good and I’m loving it!
Overhead press today. Little nervous bc of my shoulder but I did ok. Still hurts some.
1x5 90
1x5 115
1x5 135
2x5 145
2x5 165
2x5 185
Did 4 sets of skull crushers, hammer curls, incline press, bent over row, and lat pull downs as accessory work and will for the next 8 weeks probably. Then I’ll shake it up.
1x5 90
1x5 115
1x5 135
2x5 145
2x5 165
2x5 185
Did 4 sets of skull crushers, hammer curls, incline press, bent over row, and lat pull downs as accessory work and will for the next 8 weeks probably. Then I’ll shake it up.
deadlifted today.
1x5 135
1x5 225
1x5 275
2x5 335
2x5 375
2x5 410
2x5 470
Did 4x12 hack squats, leg curls, calf raises, and good mornings as accessories. Felt good. I could feel my shoulder start to hurt a little once I got to 470. Somehow I’ve been gaining weight for the last week and a half and I’m up to 243. I’ve been tracking my calories and the only time I’ve went over was yesterday and st. Paddy’s day. I went way over both times tho. I think it’s my sodium and I’m retaining water like a bitch lol. Starting Tren a last week. Going to run 500mg a week along with 160-180mg test e and pin ED. I like this combo, ran it before and have less sides and good results. And I got my body fat checked thru work with some handheld things. I’m 20%, I’m happy with that for now considering last year it said 30%.
1x5 135
1x5 225
1x5 275
2x5 335
2x5 375
2x5 410
2x5 470
Did 4x12 hack squats, leg curls, calf raises, and good mornings as accessories. Felt good. I could feel my shoulder start to hurt a little once I got to 470. Somehow I’ve been gaining weight for the last week and a half and I’m up to 243. I’ve been tracking my calories and the only time I’ve went over was yesterday and st. Paddy’s day. I went way over both times tho. I think it’s my sodium and I’m retaining water like a bitch lol. Starting Tren a last week. Going to run 500mg a week along with 160-180mg test e and pin ED. I like this combo, ran it before and have less sides and good results. And I got my body fat checked thru work with some handheld things. I’m 20%, I’m happy with that for now considering last year it said 30%.
insaiyan93
New Member
I' in. Glad you're doing better and killin some weights, keep it up man.
Monday did squats. I worked up to a top set of 2x3 415. I failed after 2 reps on my first set but hit all 3 on my 2nd. It was more mental why I failed. I’m starting to feel a lot stronger tho.
Today I did bench. Worked up to 2x3 320. Man it felt light. Bench has always been one of l my strengths. I think it’s bc when I started working out, I did bench a lot and not squats or deadlifts. I tried using my knee sleeves at elbow sleeves but didn’t Like it. To loose.
Today I did bench. Worked up to 2x3 320. Man it felt light. Bench has always been one of l my strengths. I think it’s bc when I started working out, I did bench a lot and not squats or deadlifts. I tried using my knee sleeves at elbow sleeves but didn’t Like it. To loose.
Did light squats today and box squats. Went up to 275 but mostly used 225 and did higher reps. Also hits calves again and leg press with light weight and high reps. I’ve also been doing cardio for 30 min after each workout and still using the cocoon for 20 min. My workouts now take over 2 hrs sometimes close to 3 but I love the gym. It’s my favorite place to be lol. My work has slowed down so I have the time right now to do it. My wife and I are getting along a lot better now that I’m now drinking too, might just save my marriage which I want.
Overhead press today.
1x5 85
1x5 110
1x5 135
2x5 155
2x5 175
2x5 195
Felt good. Felt light. Did a bunch of light weight high rep stuff the rest of the morning.
1x5 85
1x5 110
1x5 135
2x5 155
2x5 175
2x5 195
Felt good. Felt light. Did a bunch of light weight high rep stuff the rest of the morning.
Deadlift today. Worked up 2x3 495. I about passed out on my 2nd rep and had to take a quick break. I’m constantly getting light headed and shit from holding my breath while deadlifting. Thinking about getting a compression shirt to wear while I lift, I wear compression short/pants now. Just want to do whatever I can to help me recover, lift, etc.
Woot woot baby!! I hit 440 2x1. I was only suppose to do 1 set bc it’s my max lift week where I try for PR or whatever my high weight is, but it felt light so I did another. I was worried too bc my left hamstring has been bothering me but it wasn’t hurting while lifting. It did yesterday during cardio and I can feel it’s tight now but not during my lifts. I’m pretty excited I hit 440 tho bc I haven’t hit that number since last year.
Bench press today. Worked up to a top set of 1x1 340 paused. I hit it but man my form sucked ass. I think I went to fast on my set up and brought the weight down towards my stomach instead of chest. It felt good, I probably could have hit 360 just gotta work on my form.
I’m still using the cocoon after every workout, I think it’s helping.
I’m still using the cocoon after every workout, I think it’s helping.
Off day so I worked out lol. Suppose to rest and sleep in but I’m at the gym. Did light wide stance box squats from 135-275. Various reps with each weight. Did 10 sets of calf raises bc I hate them. No matter what I do they don’t grow. I’ve tried 1x week up to every other day, which I’m doing now. Doing some cardio n cocoon then I’m off to work.
Push press day, worked up to 1x1 210. Went up good. I’m going to assume tomorrow I’ll hit my deadlift also so I’ll probably add more weight than normal to get back to around where I was sooner.
My left hamstring started bothering me when I left the gym. It’s been bothering me since last week but hasn’t affected how I lift yet.
My left hamstring started bothering me when I left the gym. It’s been bothering me since last week but hasn’t affected how I lift yet.
Fucking fuck. Deadlifted today and failed at 1x1 525. I’ve hit 545 before so I’m pretty pissed. But I did it to myself. I lifted Wednesday when I should have taken the day off or just did cardio. My legs already hurt when I woke up. They where not fresh. Back at it Monday.
