Training Log: Entry 1884
On vacation, training at a commercial gym
Dumbbell push press 100lbs
1x7/4
1x6/3
Notes: Indicating right/left hand numbers. Got some great leg drive here, actually felt like I managed a jerk a few times.
Barbell strict press
worked up to 225 for a single
Notes: Pressing with a barbell felt really weird. Actually tried to push press after this and it didn't take. Pretty happy with 225 for a smooth single after the dumbbell work.
V handle lat pulldown
5 sets
Dips
5x20
Notes: This felt amazing. I missed dips, and this gave me a crazy chest pump. The very last set I managed 16 before having to take a rest pause. I might need to bring these backs.
Cable curls
65 reps
Notes: Was doing another drop set, but also just killing time waiting for the squat rack to open up. Once it did, I cut the set short.
Squats 325
1x20
Notes: Cheap barbell slipped down my back a bit, but otherwise this was solid. Hamstring's got a little bit of pain, wrapped it with a wrist wrap, but it's manageable. My deadlift workout is going to be short this week, so I threw the squats in today. Rehab plan from here on out is to keep adding 10lbs each week while sticking with the 20 reps. Want to get this up to 405.
I miss dips a lot. My pec tendons have been feeling better so I might give bodyweight ones a try sometime soon. I remember years and years ago you replaced benching with dips from thinking that the latter would benefit strongman more, so it was interesting to hear that horizontal pressing helps with the log.
ReplyDeleteHope your hamstring gets better by your next show.
Even if the hamstring isn't healed, it shouldn't hurt my performance. About the only thing that bug it are squats.
DeleteBench really seems to be helping my log out. I imagine it's just because I'm a brute strength sort of presser, and pressing heavy weight just transfers. I think dips would pay off as well, especially for log, but yeah, it's all about figuring out what works for the individual. Hopefully drips treat you well if you try it again.