CoC#3 Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 Let's go! Manthos and myself are going for a 160kg (352lbs) push press this year and will be logging workouts here. Anyone can join , just state your goals and log the workouts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted August 18, 2009 Author Share Posted August 18, 2009 Got Rex on board aswell now. Sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 (edited) Push Press 1x5, 265 pounds. PR. On August 3rd I did 250 for 1x7, so I consider this progress despite different rep ranges. The workout I did today should compute to a higher max. Seated Partial Military Press Long name, simple idea. I set the pins so that the bar is right at the top of my head when I'm seated in the power rack. I then do heavy, low rep partials from a dead stop. I figure I should be able to get the bar to the top of my head with leg drive alone, so this works the range of motion where the triceps and shoulders take the brunt of the load. On August 3rd I did 3x3 with 275 pounds and 1x2 with 300 pounds. It was my first time ever doing them. Tonight, 3x3, 285 pounds, PR 1x1, 310 pounds, PR Bodyweight tonight: 290 pounds with oly shoes, shirt, and shorts on. I've dropped weight this past week and have loaded my fridge with whole milk to get back 5 or so pounds. -Rex Edited August 19, 2009 by The Natural Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Just remembered that I forgot to use a belt today, though I did use one on August 3rd. So this is definitely an improvement, as a belt helps me on push press. Did not use wrist wraps either. Need to have the ones that Steve Gardener gave me mailed to me. -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANTHOS Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Push Press1x5, 265 pounds. PR. On August 3rd I did 250 for 1x7, so I consider this progress despite different rep ranges. The workout I did today should compute to a higher max. Seated Partial Military Press Long name, simple idea. I set the pins so that the bar is right at the top of my head when I'm seated in the power rack. I then do heavy, low rep partials from a dead stop. I figure I should be able to get the bar to the top of my head with leg drive alone, so this works the range of motion where the triceps and shoulders take the brunt of the load. On August 3rd I did 3x3 with 275 pounds and 1x2 with 300 pounds. It was my first time ever doing them. Tonight, 3x3, 285 pounds, PR 1x1, 310 pounds, PR Bodyweight tonight: 290 pounds with oly shoes, shirt, and shorts on. I've dropped weight this past week and have loaded my fridge with whole milk to get back 5 or so pounds. -Rex Welcome on the race Rex..... 310 is very strong after your 3s with 285! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 I get a fair bit out of a belt on PPs aswell. I went up to 275x2 without then used a belt for 300x1 and 308x1. Wrist wraps don't seem to help, but maybe i'd get something out of them if i used an oly bar instead of an axle. I've tried the presses off the pins, but i usually start about chin height. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Beatty Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I wouldn't mind joining if old folks can play, I haven't gone over 335 in ages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I wouldn't mind joining if old folks can play, I haven't gone over 335 in ages. Sounds good John. -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bullitt Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I'll be having my own personal little race to 250 and watching you guys closely. Strong stuff everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bullitt Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I'll be having my own personal little race to 250 and watching you guys closely. Strong stuff everyone! Right now, with my new place I have short ceilings and can't do push presses unless I haul everything outside and do clean and press. For the time being I'm going to work on this via strict seated presses. Not sure if 250 is the right goal for me or not. We'll see once I get to a real gym and give it a go. I actually surprised myself today a bit. Today: Seated press (full stop reps from the pins at eye level): 135X6 175X6 175X5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Well, I just looked at John's log and he seems to have recently done 315x4 on push press before deciding to join the race. So much for the neck in neck battle that we were hoping for. -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANTHOS Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Hi guys, and welcome to all the new entries. Here is yesterdays workout. PUSH PRESS: 40kgrs - 88pounds for 10 50kgrs - 110pounds for 10 70kgrs - 154pounds for 10 80kgrs - 176pounds for 5 100kgrs - 220pounds for 5 120kgrs - 264pounds for 3 135kgrs - 298pounds for 1 and 150kgrs - 331pounds for 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Q9uOlfOyTw UPRIGHT ROWS: 50kgrs - 110pounds for 10 60kgrs - 132pounds for 10 70kgrs - 154pounds for 5 80kgrs - 176pounds for 3 90kgrs - 198pounds for 3 Though my pecs were killing me from a fiasco workout on Monday it went good yesterday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted August 20, 2009 Author Share Posted August 20, 2009 That flew up Manthos John, you should be shooting for at least 375 this year! Good to have you on board Mike - 250 is a good goal i'm sure you'll surpass that once you get some practice in. Strong seated presses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted August 20, 2009 Author Share Posted August 20, 2009 Today's session. Lower back sore before starting. Decided to use an oly bar instead of an axle. push press 132x5 176x5 wrist wraps (not used these in a while but they seem to help) 220x3 264x2 286x2 add belt and elbow sleeves 308x3 (2 rep PR) military press (standing) with belt, elbow sleeves and wrist wraps 220x5 (narrow grip) (1 rep PR) 132x3x8 (wide grip - hard for me) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANTHOS Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Excellent pressing Sam! Two reps PR is massive....! :rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted August 20, 2009 Author Share Posted August 20, 2009 Thanks. It was a strong day today for me. I'm still hoping for more. 286x2 was a beltless PR for me aswell - hopefully this means my core is getting stronger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bullitt Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Good to have you on board Mike - 250 is a good goal i'm sure you'll surpass that once you get some practice in. Strong seated presses. A little embarassing compared to you guys but it is what it is and I have to start somewhere. Looking forward to getting these numbers up and seeing what you beasts can push! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANTHOS Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Good to have you on board Mike - 250 is a good goal i'm sure you'll surpass that once you get some practice in. Strong seated presses. A little embarassing compared to you guys but it is what it is and I have to start somewhere. Looking forward to getting these numbers up and seeing what you beasts can push! 250 is sure thing for you Mike.....No problem...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 317ish, 1x1 -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bullitt Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 317ish, 1x1-Rex Strong stuff Rex! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bullitt Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 Manthos, Not sure what part of Greece you live in, but I hope you are not being affected by the horrible fires around Athens. According to the news, they have evacuated several towns. Let us know that things are alright for you my friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Beatty Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 317ish, 1x1-Rex Nice lifting, Rex! Was this looking as easy as most of what you post? Most of your lifts I've watched looked like you had quite a bit in the tank with the speed you hit them, how'd this feel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 Vid http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miW9g6z0zho -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 317ish, 1x1-Rex Nice lifting, Rex! Was this looking as easy as most of what you post? Most of your lifts I've watched looked like you had quite a bit in the tank with the speed you hit them, how'd this feel? Thanks John. This felt like a 95% or so lift so it's close to my max. I'd appreciate anything you could offer me regarding my form and technique. This movement is very new to me having focused on bench like most Americans for most of my life. In March I started a Gmail based log entitled "Getting Serious About Upper Body Strength" and got serious about overhead training. -Rex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoC#3 Posted August 23, 2009 Author Share Posted August 23, 2009 Welldone Rex, looked like you were good for a bit more there dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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