Training Log: Entry 2702

AM WORKOUT

MAX EFFORT

(6) Mat Pulls
5x135
5x225
3x315
1x405
1x495
1x585
1x640
1x650

GIANT SETS (dead-row-chin-neck)

(2) deficit 2 second pause deadlifts 315
3x9

T-bar row 150
3x11

NG chins (various grips)
2x8
1x7

Neck harness 45lbs
3x24

Interval hang power cleans (20 seconds on/10 seconds off)
8 rounds with 95lbs

Notes: 3:45 between heavy pulls.  2:00 between giant sets.  3:00 before the cleans.  I'm not setting any weight PRs at the moment, but they're PRs by bodyweight.  Hitting such heavy pulls at such low bodyweight is very reassuring that everything is remaining on point.  Belt is fitting better too: I'm wearing it one set earlier than usual to give it a chance to form around the body a bit better.

The interval cleans are something I'm wanting to add to my training: end the day with a short conditioning exercise.  I figure if I can keep it short, simple and brutal, I'll be inclined to do it.  Have to keep it light too, since it's at the end of the day.  95lbs was an ego blow, but the absolute right call based on how the day went.  As awful as those cleans looked, that's actually a start improvement for my flexibility and mobility.  On that note, I need to get back into that program: I've slacked while I had company over.  Still did some very basic stretching, but not quite as rigorous.

My groin and abductor continue to be annoying, but they don't seem to impact deads, which is a positive.

More photos.  I've finally managed to mostly eliminate my love handles, which are always a pain.  I took one of those bodybuilding side photos that makes me look super skinny which also showcases just how much my obliques stick out, haha.