Buccos1 Posted December 18, 2013 Author Share Posted December 18, 2013 (edited) I've been interested in the bamboo bar. Do you just use regular weighs to hang off or do you have kettle bells? Do you think it will help your bench? This was my first-go with it and it is crazy! I hung kettlebells off the ends (2 45s) with mini bands. I think it might have been too much though ... probably going to use smaller kettbells in combinations from now on. I believe it might be something that will help my bench, especially in recovery if I start hitting the DO again (when bars become available). I'm anxious to see if it makes a difference! Edited December 18, 2013 by Buccos1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 18, 2013 Author Share Posted December 18, 2013 Tue (12/17) Seated Press (1x12) 95 (1x8) 135 (1x5) 155 (1x5) 170 Axle Rows (1x8) 115 (2x5) 165 Ironmind Hub (2x1) 50 - 10 sec. holds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 19, 2013 Author Share Posted December 19, 2013 Wed (12/18) Dead Bench Press (1x8) 135 (1x5) 185 (1x3) 225 (1x3) 250 (1x2) 295 Bamboo Bar Bench (1x12) 70 (2x8) 120 Speed Bench - minis (1x3) 135 (5x3) 155 (3x3) 135 Axle Curls (1x8) 75 (1x8) 95 (1x5) 105 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 20, 2013 Author Share Posted December 20, 2013 Thur (12/19) Adjustable Thickbar (1x1) 75 (1x1) 110 (1x1) 145 (1x1) 170 (1x1) 200 (1x1) 210 1-handed Deadlift (1x1) 135 (1x1) 185 Griptopz Stub (1x1) 22.5 (1x1) 27.5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 21, 2013 Author Share Posted December 21, 2013 Sat (12/21) Squats (1x5) 135 (1x3) 225 (1x2) 315 (1x1) 385 - add suit/straps down (1x1) 435 Horne Top (Griptopz) (1x1) 40 (1x1) 75 (2x1) 100 Europinch - 1 handed (52mm) (1x1) 40 (1x1) 50 (1x1) 60 (1x1) 65 I finished cutting out all of the rubber inserts for the Euro today. Ended up doing a lot of experimenting before finally getting it. (Each cut piece was better and done way faster then the previous.) With three inserts, the width is 52mm. I tried to weigh it, without the weights, and got 40lbs. I'll need to try this multiple ways to get a better idea of where it's at. (I'm using plastic PVC as the center and plastic clip locks on the ends.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 23, 2013 Author Share Posted December 23, 2013 Sun (12/22) Bench Press (1x8) 135 (1x5) 185 (1x3) 225 (1x3) 275 (1x3) 325 (1x0) 355 Close-grip Bench (2x8) 225 Kettlebell Extensions (2x8) 35 I wasn't planning on making a max attempt today, but felt strong during the 325 x 3 set and decided to try 355. But, the 325 took more out of me than I thought, and the 355 wasn't even close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 24, 2013 Author Share Posted December 24, 2013 Mon (12/23) 2-hand Euro Pinch - 52mm (2x1) 90 (1x1) 110 (1x1) 120 (1x1) 125 (1x0) 140 (1x1) 130 Double Overhand Axle DL (1x3) 115 (1x1) 205 (1x0) 255 (1x0) 245 DO - IMPs 1/4 x 7" CRS 1/4 x 5.5" Grade 5 Red Nail Bamboo Bar (2x20) 70 Today was my first go with 2-hand pinch on the Euro. 140 barely moved, but when I dropped it to 130, it flew off the floor. I know my technique was pretty bad, so I have a lot of homework to do with this, and will hopefully pull 150 soon. 255 was close on the axle ... right at knee level. Same thing for 245 after, lost it just above the knees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbe705 Posted December 25, 2013 Share Posted December 25, 2013 I think 52 was what you were using 1handed, correct? most people found that they used a thicker width 1 handed than 2. you might want to play around with an even thinner width and see what happens. I'd try some thicker stuff as well while you're at it. we need to get together for some pinch work after the new year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 25, 2013 Author Share Posted December 25, 2013 I think 52 was what you were using 1handed, correct? most people found that they used a thicker width 1 handed than 2. you might want to play around with an even thinner width and see what happens. I'd try some thicker stuff as well while you're at it. we need to get together for some pinch work after the new year. I used 48mm 1-handed at the comp. But, I should have gone 52, I think ... or maybe even 56? I'll keep experimenting. Right now, I only have the 12-13mm inserts cut, so will have to get some thinner ones done. Definitely on the pinch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 25, 2013 Author Share Posted December 25, 2013 Tue (12/24) Axle Rows (2x10) 115 (2x5) 165 Seated Press (1x5) 95 (1x5) 135 (1x5) 155 (1x3) 175 Shrugs (1x8) 135 (1x8) 225 (1x8) 315 (1x8) 385 (1x5) 455 Ironmind Hub (1x1) 40 (1x1) 50 (1x1) 57.5 (1x0) 65 (1x1) 60 I was hoping to get a solid attempt at 65 on the hub today, but knew it'd be tough, especially with the hands/thumb beat-up from the past few days. When 57.5 felt tough on the work sets, I knew I didn't have much of a shot, but tried it again anyway ... and barely moved it. Might have to be a carryover goal for 65 on the hub! Going to make my annual Christmas Day Red Nail bend (DU though, as I just did a DO workout). Should be a tough bend in single BBWs ... haven't tried a Red DU in some time. Hope everyone has a great Christmas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 26, 2013 Author Share Posted December 26, 2013 (edited) Wed (12/25) DU - BBW 1/4 x 6" Grade 2 1/4 x 7" CRS 1/4 x 5.5" Grade 5 Red Nail - 15 degrees Horseshoes - 1.25" suede Kerckhaert SSP 8x18 #000 - 45 degrees Griptopz Hornetop (1x1) 75 (1x1) 110 (1x0) 120 I knew it'd be a tough attempt on the Red when the 5.5" grade 5 felt tough. I hit it about five times and got it around 15 degrees, before it felt like my pinky fingers were going to bend backwards. Once again, I grabbed another very tough horseshoe, one I hadn't attempted in about 6 months ?? and had at it. At my best, I was taking the SSP#000 to around 140, but this only lasted for a short time. More recently, I've been unable to move these shoes past 5 degrees. So, I was pretty happy with being able to get some movement on it today. Looks like the SSP#000 goal will carryover into '14, as there's still hope! Edited December 26, 2013 by Buccos1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 29, 2013 Author Share Posted December 29, 2013 Thur (12/26) Floor Press (1x8) 135 (1x5) 185 (1x3) 225 (1x3) 250 (1x3) 280 (1x2) 300 Speed Bench - mini bands (1x3) 135 (2x3) 155 (5x3) 135 - add chains Kettlebell Extensions (1x12) 20 (1x8) 35 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 29, 2013 Author Share Posted December 29, 2013 Sat (12/28) Squats (1x5) 135 (1x3) 225 (1x2) 315 (1x1) 405 - add briefs (1x1) 425 (1x1) 475 Ironmind Hub (1x1) 40 (1x1) 50 (2x1) 60 GripTopz HorneTop (1x1) 50 (1x1) 95 (1x0) 115 Grippers (1x5) #1 (1x5) #2 (1x0) #2.5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted December 30, 2013 Author Share Posted December 30, 2013 Sun (12/29) Bench Press (1x8) 135 (1x3) 185 (1x3) 225 (1x3) 275 (1x3) 315 Reverse-band Bench Press (1x3) 365 (1x2) 405 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 1, 2014 Author Share Posted January 1, 2014 Tue (12/31) Deadlifts (1x5) 135 (1x3) 225 (1x2) 315 (1x1) 405 (1x1) 475 - add suit/straps down (1x1) 525 - straps up Bamboo Bar Bench Press (2x20) 75 It's been awhile since I've gone heavier on deadlifts, and it felt good to push it a little today on the last set. I was going to make some year-end attempts, but decided to wait a few days for some of the grip and horseshoe goals. My focus in 2014 will be on bench press and improving at grip. I still have aims for a 600lb. deadlift, but am happy right now to maintain where I'm at with it. To get to a double bodyweight, raw bench press (390-400lbs.), I am going to have to keep upping the intensity and constantly mixing things up, while ensuring I am recovering properly (while especially being careful with the steel bending). The next few months progress (or lack of) with bench will determine the programming for everything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 2, 2014 Author Share Posted January 2, 2014 Wed (1/1) Dead Bench Press (1x5) 135 (1x3) 185 (1x3) 225 (1x2) 255 (1x1) 300 Floor Press (1x3) 225 (1x3) 255 (1x2) 300 Speed Bench (1x5) 135 (8x3) 155 - add chains Bamboo Bar Press (1x12) 75 (1x5) 145 GripTopz HorneTop (1x1) 50 (1x1) 95 (1x1) 105 (1x0) 115 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 3, 2014 Author Share Posted January 3, 2014 Thur (1/2) Double Overhand Axle (1x3) 115 (1x3) 185 (1x1) 235 (1x1) 255 Europinch - 2 hand (1x3) 90 (1x1) 110 (1x1) 125 Axle Curls (2x5) 95 (1x5) 105 (1x5) 110 DO - IMPs Blue Nail 1/4 x 5.5" Grade 5 Red Nail Horseshoes - 1.25" suede Kerckhaert SSP 8x18 #000 - 45 degrees Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 5, 2014 Author Share Posted January 5, 2014 Sat (1/4) Squats (1x5) 135 (1x3) 225 (1x2) 315 (1x2) 365 - add suit/straps down (1x2) 405 (1x1) 455 - straps up (1x1) 475 Ironmind Hub (1x1) 30 (1x1) 50 (1x1) 60 (1x0) 65 DU - IMPs 1/4 x 7" CRS I x 6" (465lbs.) - 20 degrees Horseshoes - 1.2" suede Diamond Bronco PL000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 6, 2014 Author Share Posted January 6, 2014 Sun (1/5) Bench Press (1x8) 135 (1x3) 185 (1x3) 225 (1x3) 275 (1x2) 330 (1x7) 300 Reverse Band Press (1x3) 365 (1x2) 405 Axle Deadlifts - Double Overhand (1x3) 115 (1x3) 205 (2x0) 260 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 7, 2014 Author Share Posted January 7, 2014 Mon (1/6) Bamboo Bar Press (1x25) 75 (2x10) 125 Close-grip Bench Press (1x5) 135 (1x5) 185 (1x5) 225 (1x3) 275 GripTopz HorneTop (1x5) 40 (1x1) 75 (1x1) 100 (1x1) 110 Plate Raises (2x15) 35 Lying Extensions (2x15) 65 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 8, 2014 Author Share Posted January 8, 2014 Tue (1/7) Shrugs (1x5) 225 (1x5) 315 (1x5) 385 (1x5) 435 Barbell Curls (2x5) 115 (2x5) 125 2-hand Euro Pinch (1x1) 95 (1x1) 115 (1x1) 130 I bought the last pieces to finishing up my Euro today and went right to it. The 130 felt pretty solid, but I ripped up my thumb pad again and had to cut it short. I'll keep working to sand it down a little more. I think with some work and minor adjustments, 150 should go soon, and then I will shoot for a decent #. (Finally) finished Euro! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 9, 2014 Author Share Posted January 9, 2014 Wed (1/8) Floor Press (1x5) 135 (1x3) 185 (1x3) 225 (1x3) 245 (1x2) 300 Wide-grip Bench (1x5) 135 (1x5) 185 (1x5) 225 (1x3) 275 Speed Bench (8x3) 185 Front Plate Raises (2x15) 35 Side Raises (2x10) 30 Lying Dumbell Extensions (2x8) 30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 10, 2014 Author Share Posted January 10, 2014 Thur (1/9) Bamboo Bar Press (1x25) 75 (2x20) 90 Adjustable Thick Bar (1x3) 75 (1x1) 145 (1x1) 180 (1x1) 200 Horseshoes - 1.25" suede SCF Lite Plain #000 Grippers (1x5) #1 (1x5) #1.5 (1x5) #2 (1x0) #2.5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 Sat (1/11) Squats - briefs (1x5) 135 (1x3) 225 (1x3) 315 (1x2) 405 (1x1) 425 (1x1) 475 (1x1) 500 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5FjqwSTjyA Europinch - 52mm (1x3) 45 (1x1) 115 (1x0) 135 (1x1) 135 I was working up on the Euro today, with a hope at making an attempt at 150, but my thumb tore again. I did file down the edges a lot better, but this tear was just after the old one "healed" up. So, I might have to wait a little longer on this thumb pad. I was planning on topping out today at 475, but decided to take a jab at 500, which I haven't done in months. It felt OK, and actually a little better than the 475 rep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buccos1 Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 (edited) Sun (1/12) Bench Press (1x8) 135 (1x3) 185 (1x3) 225 (1x3) 275 (1x3) 315 (1x18) 225 Bench Press - Slingshot (1x3) 365 (1x2) 405 Dumbell Press (1x7) 110 Cable Flyes (2x12) 25 Edited January 12, 2014 by Buccos1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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