Now or never: Taking it to the next level
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Saturday: Had a run for the first time in a while. Wanted to combine some playground pullups and dips but have to rest the elbow. Was a bit of a struggle because I seem to have a chest infection coming on. Bloody bugger. Hopefully its better by tomorrow.
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<p>Ugh, there seems to be a bit of man-flu knocking about the forum. Update your anti-virus software lads!!</p>
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<p>Good call to take it easy on the arms mate. I've been getting a bit of elbow soreness from overhead stuff and it's hard to be disciplined and let your arms rest! </p> -
Well there was plenty of arm rest today. No way was I getting up for gym. Snot in the head and chest today. Smashing the liquids, but I reckon this one will be around for a while. I guess on the bright side it isn't the gastro shit JK has recently experienced.
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="JK" data-cid="610490" data-time="1472445654"><p>
At least the gastro passes pretty dam fast though. Sure there was 6 to 8hours where I thought I may turn inside and die but otherwise not too bad!<br><br>
Worst thing was the wait loss. Back under 80kg again which is a real bugger.</p></blockquote>
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If only it was good weight loss, like only taking from the abs. Trouble is gastro doesn't discriminate. -
Still feeling pretty meh. Low point was Tuesday. Felt like my head was in a vice and that I had glass in my lungs. Still, it has allowed me to rest the arm and get some sleep. Will hopefully hit gym tomorrow.
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<p>Hit gym for first time in a week. Went ok. Am still tight in the chest so took it a bit easier than normal. Just chest and biceps. Reckon I'll be a bit sore tomorrow. Tennis elbow was also ok.</p>
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<p>Was talking to my mate about tennis elbow (he's having some pretty serious problems) and an oldtimer overheard us and gave us some stretching tips. This guy is cool. Most people will bring a protein shake or banana to this gym, this guy brings a cucumber to munch on. He's almost 60, but looks much young. Certainly proof that lifting tin regularly is like a fountain of youth (:</p> -
Time for an update after this exciting new upgrade kept me away!
Saturday: I had to work half the day and lost momentum. Did some skipping work, but alas no gym.
Sunday: Was going to run, but then thought fark it, I'll do the name game. That shit farks you up far worse than any run (27 exercises). Good shit.
Monday: It's all a bit topsy turvy with chest on Friday, so went shoulders and tris. Was very nice.
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@Rancid-Schnitzel said in Now or never: Taking it to the next level:
Hit gym for first time in a week. Went ok. Am still tight in the chest so took it a bit easier than normal. Just chest and biceps. Reckon I'll be a bit sore tomorrow. Tennis elbow was also ok.
Was talking to my mate about tennis elbow (he's having some pretty serious problems) and an oldtimer overheard us and gave us some stretching tips. This guy is cool. Most people will bring a protein shake or banana to this gym, this guy brings a cucumber to munch on. He's almost 60, but looks much young. Certainly proof that lifting tin regularly is like a fountain of youth
Re the tennis elbow Rancid. Have a look at Thera Band. They offer these rubber things that look rather like dildos. There are a series of exercises for tennis elbow or golfers elbow. It did the trick for me. Plus once you're sorted out, the mem-sahib has something to occupy herself with. Win-win.
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@Catogrande said in Now or never: Taking it to the next level:
@Rancid-Schnitzel said in Now or never: Taking it to the next level:
Hit gym for first time in a week. Went ok. Am still tight in the chest so took it a bit easier than normal. Just chest and biceps. Reckon I'll be a bit sore tomorrow. Tennis elbow was also ok.
Was talking to my mate about tennis elbow (he's having some pretty serious problems) and an oldtimer overheard us and gave us some stretching tips. This guy is cool. Most people will bring a protein shake or banana to this gym, this guy brings a cucumber to munch on. He's almost 60, but looks much young. Certainly proof that lifting tin regularly is like a fountain of youthRe the tennis elbow Rancid. Have a look at Thera Band. They offer these rubber things that look rather like dildos. There are a series of exercises for tennis elbow or golfers elbow. It did the trick for me. Plus once you're sorted out, the mem-sahib has something to occupy herself with. Win-win.
Cheers for the heads up mate, much appreciated. I'll ask the wife for her colour preference before making a purchase.
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Very busy week, but have at least had two very good gym sessions since Monday. Chest today and all the benches were occupied (which NEVER happens). I decided to use a chest machine for the first time in decades. That ain't a bad device. Certainly isolates the shit out of the pecs.
In terms I've diet I've become addicted to rice paper rolls. I smash that at least once a day now. Best way of getting an entire chicken breast and salad down.
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Bit of a meh weekend. Had a much needed sleep in on Saturday, but busy day meant that fitness was reduced to skipping. Better than nothing I guess.
Sunday I played golf, which I guess was several kms of walking. Was thinking of training in the evening but was too shattered. I really hate that shit where your body just shuts down when you start to relax. I wish we were like a battery that could be charged and then ready to go. Such a catch 22. I need the sleep, but when I get it I feel even more tired. Eating was crap as well.
Anyway, a good training session this morning. Chest and triceps. No nonsense. A good start and hopefully I'm back on track after a few weeks of mediocrity.
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Been a rock solid week so far. I only need a few good days to feel back on track.
Tuesday: Back and biceps. Am back into deadlifts after a bit of time off. I had some rather annoying lower back pains this year, but I actually think the culprit was that ab machine that you swing your knees forward on. Whatever, very happy to get back into the deadlifts.
Wednesday: Morning run.
Been a while, but this was what the doctor ordered. Getting a bit hot though which is a bit concerning already in September. -
Shoulders this morning. Went alright. The usual 1,000 exercises.
Didn't really feel the pump while training but I'm pretty sore now. Good pain good good pain.
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@Rancid-Schnitzel said in Now or never: Taking it to the next level:
Been a rock solid week so far. I only need a few good days to feel back on track.
Tuesday: Back and biceps. Am back into deadlifts after a bit of time off. I had some rather annoying lower back pains this year, but I actually think the culprit was that ab machine that you swing your knees forward on. Whatever, very happy to get back into the deadlifts.
Wednesday: Morning run.
Been a while, but this was what the doctor ordered. Getting a bit hot though which is a bit concerning already in September.I find sometimes the best way to increase your deadlift is take heaps of time off, focus on curls/chins or whatever then come back and smash a previous PB after a couple of weeks of feeling weak as you get used to the movement. I love a good deadlift session.
Do try it.
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Bit embarrassing on Monday. Went a bit too hard on the benchpress without a spotter (usually use Smith machine because trained alone for many years). Called out to this big bald dude who came to my rescue. Was a very good session other than that.
Next day, went up to big bald dude to thank him only it wasn't him, some guy who looks exactly the same with the same farking kit. Now I'll probably be a rude bastard and ignore the real hero next time I see him because I honestly can't tell these buggers apart.
Anyway, Tuesday was a very nice back and biceps session. Will hopefully get out for a run today.
Completely off topic. I recall some of you sport the bearded look. I currently have a beard of sorts because I'm saving for a mo for a party. Seriously, how do you guys live with the itching? It's driving me insane.
