Over the course of the past few weeks, I’ve made some changes to Texas Method protocol I’m following. Here they are: Warm up – I’m testing out Charles Poliquin’s advice to warm up with a weight that’s higher than the work set (ex. 315lbs x 1 rep, followed by 300lbs x 5 x 5). This … Read more
Squat 365lbs: 1 405lbs: 1 355lbs: 5,5,x Bench Press 250lbs: 5,5,5,5,5
Squat 405lbs: 3,3 I noticed the bar had a noticeable bend after my first set. After the second set, I checked the other bars in the gym that I regularly use, and they were all slightly bent. I don’t recall seeing this when I first started training at this gym… Press 215lbs: 2,2,X 205lbs: 1 My presses … Read more
So I just purchased a home with an attached garage, and I’m going to turn it into a home gym! I haven’t moved in yet, but I’ve been spending a lot of time planning out the garage gym. One thing I need to consider is what is best power rack for my needs. After a … Read more
Front Squat 225lbs: 3,3,3,3,3 Dips Body weight (187.5lbs) + 50lbs: 10,10,10 Pull ups (Palms Facing Together) Body weight (187.5lbs): 13,8,6