Training Log: Friday November 16, 2012

November 16, 2012 — Leave a comment

Texas method intensity day.

Foam Rolling

High Bar Squat

Pain on the lateral side of my side thigh during heavier sets (>410lbs) just below my hip. Feels like I took a leg kick there.

  • 45lbs: 20
  • 140lbs: 10
  • 230lbs: 5
  • 320lbs: 3
  • 410bs: 2
  • 460lbs: 1
  • 430lbs: 3

Reverse Grip Bench Press (Paused)

  • 45lbs: 10
  • 140lbs: 5
  • 230lbs: 3
  • 300lbs: 1
  • 345lbs: 1
  • 350lbs: MISSED
  • 300lbs: 3,3,3
    • +5lbs from last week

Deadlift

Tried deadlifting in my Romaleos2. Thumbs feeling tender from last week (via hook grip). Strapped up at 500.

  • 140lbs: 5
  • 230lbs: 5
  • 320lbs: 3
  • 410lbs: 2
  • 500lbs: 2
    • Straps
  • 470lbs: 2
    • Straps. Tired. Stopped after 2 reps.

John Phung

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Ever since I started taking strength training seriously, I was bitten by the Iron Bug. Then it burrowed under my skin and laid eggs in my heart. Now those eggs are hatching and I... the feeling is indescribable.




Quick Stats
Height: 5'4" on non-squat days
Weight: 200 lb 210 lb ~220 lb (FOREVER BULK BRAH)

Credentials


Programs
  • Texas Method: March 4, 2011 - April 28, 2013
  • Smolov Jr for Bench Press: June 4 - 22, 2012
  • Starting Strength: Nov 29, 2010 - March 4, 2011