Training Log: Wednesday April 17, 2013

April 17, 2013 — Leave a comment

Texas method recovery day.

Foam Rolling

L-Sit V-Grip Pull Ups

  • Body weight (~200 lb): 8

Front Squat

Used straps. I find that if I bring my hands together and place my fists under my chin, it feels comfortable and stable.

  • 45 lb: 10
  • 100 lb: 10
  • 140 lb: 5
  • 230 lb: 3
  • 280 lb: 1
  • 340 lb: 1 * PR!
  • 350 lb: 1 * PR!
    • +10 lb PR from a couple of minutes ago!
    • Not hard, but not easy. Not bad.
  • 250 lb: 3,3,3

Overhead Press

  • 45 lb: 10
  • 75 lb: 8
  • 100 lb: 5
  • 140 lb: 3
  • 190 lb: 1
  • 230 lb: 1
  • 265 lb: MISSED
    • Nope.
  • 230 lb: 1
    • Missed on the 2nd rep.
    • Going to stop here for OHP. Allow my shoulders and triceps more time for recovery.

Barbell Curl

  • 45 lb: 10
  • 70 lb: 10,10,10,10
  • 45 lb: 10

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