amaury Posted October 18, 2002 Share Posted October 18, 2002 No training today...but the decision to begin this training log! I'll take a 3 days rest before beginning my new routine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted October 20, 2002 Author Share Posted October 20, 2002 Let's put it into context: i'm no grip freak. I have a rather poor genetics and just hope the #3 is within my limits . Right hand: #1 : 17 reps, new PR (i only do those big sets from times to times) #2 : 2 attempts (both failed) Left hand: #1 : 5 reps #2 : 2 negatives Tomorow, thick bar work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the swiss Posted October 21, 2002 Share Posted October 21, 2002 have you tried any overcrushes, or strap holds? I prefer overcrushes, harder to evaluate progress but I don't lose any energy trying to set my strap. These really helped me close the #3. I am not convinced that negatives help me, but if you feel progress, keep at them! train hard david Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted October 21, 2002 Author Share Posted October 21, 2002 Single handed deadlifts w/ my 2.5" dumbbell: - 50.6 lbs*1 warm up R and L - 72.6 lbs*1 warm up R and L - 81.4 lbs*1 R and L - 94.6 lbs*1 L only - 116.6 lbs*2 R only - 132 lbs*1 R only New PR - 94.6 lbs*1 hold (as long as i can), R & L Good workout ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted October 21, 2002 Author Share Posted October 21, 2002 Hi David (back to english ), no i didn't try overcrushes. What i like with reps or negatives is indeed the easy evaluation of progress. But I'll try overcrushes from now on. How many overcrushes do you think works best (in a workout). Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the swiss Posted October 21, 2002 Share Posted October 21, 2002 not sure how you evaluate progress on negatives : time? As for number of reps, for me it was about 3-5 overcrushes for about 5-8 seconds giving it everything I had. After that, I feel the intensity isn't there anymore. I feel that working these without the appropriate intensity does not do much for pure strength. It might help tendon development (maybe) and recovery, though. Oh and I used to work out twice a week (plus climbing). hope this helps. david ps: I suspect it shouldn't be to hard to make a straphold setting where you don't need to set the strap yourself (with an elastic band for instance), but I used not to like the feeling in my hands. I think I'll try them again one of these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted October 21, 2002 Author Share Posted October 21, 2002 david, not sure how you evaluate progress on negatives : time? i evaluate it by the distance between the handles: i use both hands to close the gripper and then i squeeze it as hard as i can with only one hand, check the distance between the handles and finish the movement. Did you only do overcrushes or also attempts with the next gripper ? Thanks for the coaching Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the swiss Posted October 23, 2002 Share Posted October 23, 2002 mostly overcrushes; maybe one attempt per session (when I started getting really close). Also, when I bought the #3, I had been closing the #2 for about 6-8 months, and at my first try, I was about 5-8mm from closing it (I must also say that I don't think my #3 is a very hard one- the handles are pretty close). I don't really believe in doing multiple attempts where I'm still 2 cm off closure (unless you're working your sweep). this training probably worked for me because I didn't really need to work my sweep (the handles being quite close). good luck. david Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted October 25, 2002 Author Share Posted October 25, 2002 Gripper training today (did my pinch yesterday): Warmup : #1 *1 L and R Attempt of the day : #2*1 Right hand : failed ( 1mm away from it ??? ) I feel that i will close it consistently within 3 weeks Overcrushes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted October 25, 2002 Author Share Posted October 25, 2002 Ahem... So overcrushes : #1*5 R and Left, it's really cool to feel the extra power with my right hand. Mostly when i remember my first impression with the #1 the day i received my grippers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted October 27, 2002 Author Share Posted October 27, 2002 Back to thick bar deadlifts: - 23kgs*1 :R & L - 33kgs*1 : R & L - 43kgs*1 : R&L - 53kgs*1 : R only holds for time: -34kgs*1 R&L -29kgs*2 R&L Next Thick bar workout i'll try to beat my PR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted November 4, 2002 Author Share Posted November 4, 2002 Only got time to do my gripper training last WE: #1 L&R :Warm up #2 Attempt R (still 1mm away S##T !) #1*3 L&R overcrushes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted November 6, 2002 Author Share Posted November 6, 2002 Gripper workout: #1*1 R&L warm up #2*1 attempt (R = 4mms, my strength is droping :crazy :crazy ) #1*3 overcrushes R&L This #2 is getting on my nerves now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted November 6, 2002 Author Share Posted November 6, 2002 Wait, i was so unhappy after writing my last post that i picked up my #2 and squeezed like a mad and got it to around 1mm (1/20")...it's beyond my comprehension ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted November 23, 2002 Author Share Posted November 23, 2002 Did my gripper workout today and closed the #2 again (i had closed it once around a month ago)! I have the feeling that i'll close it consistently from now on But i'm still 1/3" away from closing it with my left hand... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted December 10, 2002 Author Share Posted December 10, 2002 I have the feeling that i'll close it consistently from now on What i predicted came true: i can now close it consistently with my right hand ! Though i'm still 1/5" away with my left . I now train everyday: 2/3 attempts on the #2 and then 1 attempt on the #3 with negatives if need be. When i'm less than 5mm away from the #3 (and fifty years old ) i'll resume overcrushes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griparn Posted December 10, 2002 Share Posted December 10, 2002 You are doing well with your #2, good! Have you tried any #3 yet? I hate mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted December 11, 2002 Author Share Posted December 11, 2002 Thanks Jonas, got the feeling that the reps aren't too far away by now ! Yes i have a #3 and that's quite a different matter... What about closing our #3s before the 31th of December 2003 ? Amaury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan McMillan Posted December 11, 2002 Share Posted December 11, 2002 I'll see if I can catch up to you guys and make the 2003 deadline, maybe I'll win the lottery at the same time. Jon@han Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted December 11, 2002 Author Share Posted December 11, 2002 Excellent idea Jonathan ! The more the merrier Got the feeling we'll be among the 2003 batch of COCs So keep informing us of your progress ! Amaury Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griparn Posted December 11, 2002 Share Posted December 11, 2002 That sounds like a great idea! I don't know if I will make it, but I'll do my very best. Jonathan, how far away are you from your #3? I have taken a picture when trying to close my #3. I can send it to you guys if you want to compare. I can't say how much it is left but I can say it is much... Train focused, Jonas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan McMillan Posted December 12, 2002 Share Posted December 12, 2002 I just managed to close the #1 last week as I just got them in the mail last Friday I haven't even opened up the #2, or #3 they sent me. Thought I might give it a try tonight, I'll let you know how it went. Jon@han Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amaury Posted December 13, 2002 Author Share Posted December 13, 2002 Jonas, I can say it is much... likewise (1.2" on my #3)! Don't hesitate to send your pics! I'll try to take some from time to time so you can check my progress too...if there is some :stuart Jonathan : Jonas and i aren't grip freaks (but Jonas tends to progress faster than i) so i'm sure you'll be able to catch up in the "2003 race". Anyway, i wouldn't like to be able to close my #3 tomorow cause i know what i can do and if i can close it in almost no time then it's no grip feat... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan McMillan Posted December 13, 2002 Share Posted December 13, 2002 Exactly, if the grippers were too easy then they wouldn't be a worthy challenge. Man I got to do a lot of catching up with you two as I'm an inch away from closing my #2 !!!!!! Jon@han Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griparn Posted December 14, 2002 Share Posted December 14, 2002 Yes, that's very true. A goal must be something that will require WILLPOWER and that won't happend over a night. If you send me your e-mail adresses I can send you some pictures. Train good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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