Decent one. Legs feeling heavy and tired but lungs and head good
45 lbs
6 laps
3 miles
60 min
175.2
"And in those simple beautiful movements I remembered what was really important in training; that consistency trumps intensity; all the time. That intensity is born from consistency. That one cannot force it, one has to lay in wait for it, patiently, instinctively, calmly and be ready to grab it when Grace lays it down in front of you."
Decent one. Legs feeling heavy and tired but lungs and head good
45 lbs
6 laps
3 miles
60 min
175.2
What a great day! Moved my grip and my stance back in. Concentrated on pushing UP on the bar un takeoff and then decided, during warmups, to pause before the fast start and it worked SO WELL. Gave me just enough time to really lock in
Didn't worry about elbows up, just pushing up strongly into the bar and holding pressure throughout. the only reps that stalled a bit is when I lost arm tension as I pressed.
Also tried to press bar back as I started. That worked,
These were the fastest reps, by far, that I have done in ages.Maybe EVER!!
The first eight sets were SO fast I took 205 and it went great. Then hey, why not, I put two plates on the bar and gave it a great ride.Seriously thought I was going to finish it but I lost a little speed and my hips slid too far forward.
But for a second heavy day? I'll take it
Didnt sleep well last night and that didn't help. 205 and 215 were strong ( but not fast) and sure enough I didn't have enough speed for the first try at 225 and the second attempt wasn't close. Nor 215 after that. But 205 for the down sets were decent
Slightly wider stance didn't seem to help much although I don't think it hurt ? Elbows up is key as it tigher legs
I seem to get caught not laying back enough at the sticking point and lose my balance. But, over all all is good, a strong 215 is more than decent
Surprisingly strong today as well. Cardio is definitely better
Decently fast til the last 20 min when the dogs came out lol
45 lbs
9 laps
4.5 miles
10,038 steps
1:25 min
top speed 3.5 mph
Very strong day. Two weeks with no alcohol and can definitely feel a difference. Very surprising to say the least but I'll take it. Not really hard at all, just got in the habit
Swings were strong and good height; back to the older technique ( more hip dominant) more by accident by anything. It keeps my COM back more and seems safer on the lower back
174.4
13.0 ( bath)
Windless, cloudless 78 degree ruck.. No problem, shockingly
Not fast as legs were tired from Wed but solid overall
45 lbs
6 laps
3 miles
55 min
174.6
Not great sleep and a bit sore ( no aspirin for last three days) so all in all it was a strong day . Just definitely not 'fresh'
Biggest takeaway: more focus on 'elbows up' right before unracking. If elbows are not up bar tends to go foward and I have to lay back more- more chance to get loose.
SO elbows up more. and widen stance JUST a little bit, as I have my grip
Also, lock legs hard after the stand up too and get tighter, faster after the 'fast start'
1) A little wider grip
2) A little wider stance
3) Elbows up!
4) Lock!
5) Tight bounce to X
This was GREAT! So close on the two plate and wanted to take it again. But I took 220 instead and came up with one of my all time bests with 100kg!
But the most important thing is is that the technique is right AND I could do it. Just lost a little tightness with 225 or it would have gone! Next time and now I have some confidence in the technique; FAST START! Press to the X!
I also think the one finger wider grip is helping too. shoulders are ok with it so far
I also figured our after the 220 that I need to really keep the elbows up and in after I unrack the bar. that REALLY HELPED on ALL the 205 sets
Strong and fast one! Legs were tired from all the fast volume on Sat but still overall speed not bad
45 lb ruck
9 laps
1:20
4.5 miles
Decent one. Legs feeling heavy and tired but lungs and head good 45 lbs 6 laps 3 miles 60 min 175.2