Voltron: Training log 2011
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Used to do a bit of interval training in the army, never liked it to be honest, probably because it was more "brutal" than "scientific". If i remember correctly we would have fartlek training (short sprints interspersed with slow jog) and "rep runs" 1200, 800 or 400m timed runs with rest periods between. Similar but not exactly the same as what you're suggesting.<br />
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Now that ive got the idea in my head im quite keen to do something along those lines. Dont do gyms unfortunately so will have to be a bit creative. Might have to judge the speeds and time the periods or use measured distances and not worry too much about time, as Duluth suggested. Maybe sprint 100m, jog 50m for 10 mins or something. Or i might be able to work it into a punch bag workout. Will try it out tomorrow and report back. -
[quote name='Duluth']If you have access to a rowing machine and enjoy rowing a good approximation is 125m on and 30secs off. By using a set distance it makes it easier to track progress on your working metres IMO<br />
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That distance version looks good. <br />
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A while ago when I had a PT he would stand over me and record distances for a 30sec on 30sec off for 5 mins. The rule was I couldn't get below my first 30sec interval. He would do the whole yelling etc and I was absolutely smashed after 5mins and the 30sec rest seemed like 2seconds... <br />
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[quote name='Voltron']Used to do a bit of interval training in the army, never liked it to be honest, probably because it was more "brutal" than "scientific". If i remember correctly we would have fartlek training (short sprints interspersed with slow jog) and "rep runs" 1200, 800 or 400m timed runs with rest periods between. Similar but not exactly the same as what you're suggesting.<br />
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Now that ive got the idea in my head im quite keen to do something along those lines. Dont do gyms unfortunately so will have to be a bit creative. Might have to judge the speeds and time the periods or use measured distances and not worry too much about time, as Duluth suggested. Maybe sprint 100m, jog 50m for 10 mins or something. Or i might be able to work it into a punch bag workout. Will try it out tomorrow and report back.[/QUOTE]<br />
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I've always found that type of training is 'easier' when there is someone inflicting it on you! ie rugby or sport training. I enjoy running and have done shuttles/speed work in the past but that Tabata stuff is pretty (very) intense! However it is very cool in that you can apply the approach to all sorts of cardio workouts. -
Holy crap what a workout yesterday!<br />
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No offence dK, i'vee seen you mention tabata before but just the name has put me off, like its some sort of fad latest craze thing. But i had a look into it and decided i could apply it to something. Did a workout with squat thrusters, 30kg bar and i'm blown away with the intensity. My quads and hamstrings are screaming this morning. I feel like a squat virgin and it hurts like the first time! -
[quote name='Voltron']Holy crap what a workout yesterday!<br />
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No offence dK, i'vee seen you mention tabata before but just the name has put me off, like its some sort of fad latest craze thing. But i had a look into it and decided i could apply it to something. Did a workout with squat thrusters, 30kg bar and i'm blown away with the intensity. My quads and hamstrings are screaming this morning. I feel like a squat virgin and it hurts like the first time![/QUOTE]<br />
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None taken. Welcome to my world of pain <img src='http://www.daimenhutchison.com/invision/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' /> -
So i havent posted for a while, weight loss went well, down to about 89kg now so pretty pleased. Unfortunately my 2 week cardio phase stole the momentum from my weight training (plus i started a new job with longer hours so have less time) but i am still plugging away, have been doing mainly higher reps/faster pace with lower weights. Not pushing for PBs but might get back to that type of thing soonish.<br />
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The main thing that i have changed is starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu about 2 months ago. Absolutely loving it, get a great work out and it satisfies my desire for a bit of violence. The main reason im posting today is last night at class i saw a vaguely familiar face in the carpark (it was dark (i mean the carpark not the face)) and when i went inside i held the door open for him, and bugger me if it isnt Tana Umaga. Just came along for a roll apparently (he obviously has done BJJ elsewhere). I nearly wet myself. Didnt get to roll with him but if he keeps coming i will for sure. Look forward to photos of me choking his ass out (or not)! -
Have been getting back into the weights with a bit of gusto in the last month or so, getting back toward my best from the top of this thread. Set a new world record* for deadlift today, 175kg for a single rep. Weight is down to around 88kgs so 175 represents a very small step to reaching one of my goals from the very first post in this thread, to deadlift 2 x bodyweight. Didnt think about it till later otherwise i would have loaded on an extra couple of kgs to make it official. Still pretty stoked though, will give 177.5 a crack next session.<br />
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Also had grading for my first stripe at BJJ on wednesday. Made a couple of mistakes so im 50/50 as to whether i passed. Find out tomorrow. Pass or fail there is no feeling greater than choking someone out in open mat sparring so will keep plugging away.<br />
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Awesome effort on the deads Voltron. <br />
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I dont do enough heavy squatting to get anywhere near those numbers for the deads. My quads just can't take that weight....yet -
Wicked bro!! nothing better than reaching a target lift! that is some serious tin to shift, esp at your weight. Did you use straps or is that just pure grip strength (super impressive either way). Reckon a nice round figure of 180kg is on the cards now - then 200kg will be in sight!<br />
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I'm doing DL's tonight - don't think I'll have a crack at that kind of weight but its def got me gee'd up!! -
[quote name='Paekakboyz']Wicked bro!! nothing better than reaching a target lift! that is some serious tin to shift, esp at your weight. Did you use straps or is that just pure grip strength (super impressive either way). Reckon a nice round figure of 180kg is on the cards now - then 200kg will be in sight!<br />
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I'm doing DL's tonight - don't think I'll have a crack at that kind of weight but its def got me gee'd up!![/QUOTE]<br />
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Do 180 paekak, you know you wanna !! DO IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br />
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Super effort Volts, 2 hundy is on the cards next. As Kirwan said I'm hoping you were nice and shaky and starry eyed after the lift. Bout time I did some deads again after a few weeks off with a dodgy shoulder. Always nice to break a World record too. -
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Knocked off 160kg without straps tonight - was a bit surprised! might have to have another look at straps! reckon you might as well buy extras right up to 200kg bro - with your recent form you'll be keen to push on!
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[quote name='Voltron']PKB - Definitely strapped up, no way i could hang on to that alone ([B]i know, MN5 is going to disown me[/B]). wasnt seeing too many stars TBH, reckon i could do a little more but unfortunately i only have 177.5 so will have to buy a couple more plates.[/QUOTE]<br />
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( Shakes head in disappointment <img src='http://www.daimenhutchison.com/invision/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tongue.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' /> )<br />
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a nice cheap way to get extra "plates" is to put bricks in a plastic bag and hang them on the sides. I chucked em on the scales and they weigh 5kg each exactly. -
I did it. Lifted up all my weights today! (177.5kg deadlift)<br />
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Decided to do a powerlifting 1RM session instead of a real workout today. Managed deadlift as above, Benchpress 102.5 and squat 150 (have actually lost a little bit on those since start of the year but have lost lots of weight). Body weight 83.5 so 2 and 1/8th bodyweight deadlift. Overall total 430kg so still a wee way from the 1000 pound goal. Lifted 5.15 bodyweight for the 3 lifts. Not as much pure weight as i would have hoped at the start of the year but in bodyweight terms i reckon thats pretty good. I challenge you all to catch me. -
[quote name='Voltron']I did it. Lifted up all my weights today! (177.5kg deadlift)<br />
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Decided to do a powerlifting 1RM session instead of a real workout today. Managed deadlift as above, Benchpress 102.5 and squat 150 (have actually lost a little bit on those since start of the year but have lost lots of weight). Body weight 83.5 so 2 and 1/8th bodyweight deadlift. Overall total 430kg so still a wee way from the 1000 pound goal. Lifted 5.15 bodyweight for the 3 lifts. Not as much pure weight as i would have hoped at the start of the year but in bodyweight terms i reckon thats pretty good. I challenge you all to catch me.[/QUOTE]<br />
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Huge effort and weights there Voltron. <br />
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I am nowhere near those numbers. <br />
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Cheers ACT.<br />
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For the squats i did 5 x 60kg, 5 x 100, 3 x 130, 1 x 140 then the 150. Went straight to 160 after that and failed, may have had another lift between 150 and 160 in me but i decided to move on<br />
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Bench was 5 x 60, 3 x 90, 1 x 100 and 1 x 102.5. Failed 105. Felt like i could have added a few more lower weight reps to warm up a bit more (maybe a set at 75 or something), but i'm a bit iffy on warming up vs burning out, so i erred on the side of too little.<br />
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Deadlift was 5 x 100, 3 x 140, 1 x 165 then 1 x 177.5. To be fair the form was awful and im not sure it would have passed in competition but i figure i got it from the ground to standing up so its good.
