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Forum: Powerlifting & Strength Training 10-31-2012, 10:06 PM
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Sticky: The PR Thread
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Posted By big valsalva
10/30/12 Bench Press 200x1 - 15 pound PR

10/30/12

Bench Press
200x1 - 15 pound PR
Forum: Training Logs 10-31-2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Thank you, kit. I thought you might like that...

Thank you, kit. I thought you might like that post.
Forum: Training Logs 10-31-2012, 08:31 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Results

Results

Using the Smolov Jr. protocol, I was able to increase my bench press 1 RM by 15 pounds. This increase is right in line with other results posted on the internet. The experiment and...
Forum: Training Logs 10-31-2012, 08:26 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
And the Winner is...

And the Winner is...

Tuesday, 10/30/12

And the Winner is...
Forum: Training Logs 10-31-2012, 08:18 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Then be patient, my friend. The results are in...

Then be patient, my friend. The results are in the next post.

The answer to the golden question is, "Yes indeed, I would do it again." I learned so much about my limits (I was selling myself...
Forum: Training Logs 10-31-2012, 08:11 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
I found a box of those in the cupboard too. Must...

I found a box of those in the cupboard too. Must be something my wife did behind my back.
Forum: Training Logs 10-23-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
...and the ONLY flavor in big val's cupboard. ...

...and the ONLY flavor in big val's cupboard. Hy-Vee had them on sale for $1.88. I stocked up.
Forum: Training Logs 10-22-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
I'm about to drop a couple in the toaster...

I'm about to drop a couple in the toaster shortly. Two chocolate fudge Pop Tarts with a tall cold milk to wash them down.
Forum: Training Logs 10-22-2012, 09:39 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
And the last rep was absolutely the last rep. I...

And the last rep was absolutely the last rep. I wanted to deadlift afterwards, but there was nothing left in the tank.

Thank you for your comment.
Forum: Training Logs 10-22-2012, 09:37 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
I calculated 177.5x3 to equal a 195+ 1RM. I want...

I calculated 177.5x3 to equal a 195+ 1RM. I want 190 for sure, just to claim a new 1RM. Assuming I get that, I'll gauge how it feels. Everything I've read about Smolov Jr. claims a 15 pound bump,...
Forum: Training Logs 10-22-2012, 09:29 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Thank you, HIThopper. Someday soon perhaps. ...

Thank you, HIThopper. Someday soon perhaps. Hopefully this will bust me through this plateau and I can sail on to other things.
Forum: Training Logs 10-21-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
10 Triples: The Very Final Installment

10 Triples: The Very Final Installment

Sunday, 10/21/12

Bench Press
45x5
95x5
115x3
135x1
177.5x3x10
Forum: Training Logs 10-21-2012, 08:57 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Me likey. I'll chew on that.

Me likey. I'll chew on that.
Forum: Training Logs 10-21-2012, 10:43 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Hmmm... that's kind of what I was thinking about...

Hmmm... that's kind of what I was thinking about doing. A few years ago I did a Push/Pull/Legs thing. I had a notion of modifying it to a Pull/Push/Legs/Push. Funny thing though, that's exactly how...
Forum: Training Logs 10-21-2012, 10:36 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
I love your optimism, and claim your prediction....

I love your optimism, and claim your prediction. My 10x3 weight is scheduled to be 177.5.
Forum: Training Logs 10-21-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Hell of a cycle alright, but also a lot of fun. I...

Hell of a cycle alright, but also a lot of fun. I learned so much about myself. I can't wait for the max out attempt either. I've got a feeling. Check with me in about a week.
Forum: Training Logs 10-21-2012, 12:02 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
I'm trying to think of how to continue this. ...

I'm trying to think of how to continue this. Squats and DL's fare well with 5/3/1. BP seems like it could stand something different. I don't know about being able to lift more than two or three...
Forum: Training Logs 10-20-2012, 06:37 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
The cycle is done tomorrow. Everything I've read...

The cycle is done tomorrow. Everything I've read suggests resting a week. Maybe a test some time before the end of the month. Stay tuned.
Forum: General Board 10-20-2012, 01:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 242
Posted By big valsalva
I'd love to watch it, but I have a birthday party...

I'd love to watch it, but I have a birthday party to get to. The Gophs will have to pull off the upset without me.

I was reading the Minneapolis paper at the gym. A few years ago, Phillip Nelson...
Forum: Training Logs 10-20-2012, 01:02 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
8 Sets of 4: The Final Installment

8 Sets of 4: The Final installment

Saturday, 10/20/12

Bench Press
45x5
95x5
115x3
135x1
167.5x4x8
Forum: Training Logs 10-20-2012, 12:55 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Body feels great, and looks impressive (well,...

Body feels great, and looks impressive (well, relatively so). Like I told Jen, I don't think I have any physical limitations on busting the plateau. I just hope all my failures haven't messed up my...
Forum: Training Logs 10-20-2012, 12:47 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Thank you, Jen. I'm winning the physical match. ...

Thank you, Jen. I'm winning the physical match. The mental game worries me.
Forum: General Board 10-20-2012, 12:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 242
Posted By big valsalva
Jeez. Hometown boy. They were hoping to keep...

Jeez. Hometown boy. They were hoping to keep the red shirt this season. Crap. I think he's ready to play, but now there's nobody left in the stable.
Forum: General Board 10-20-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 242
Posted By big valsalva
I don't have the game on. Who did the Gophers...

I don't have the game on. Who did the Gophers start at QB?
Forum: Training Logs 10-19-2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,455
Posted By big valsalva
Seven Fives: The Final Installment

Seven Fives: The Final Installment

Bench Press
45x5
95x5
115x3
135x1
157.5x5x7

Wide Grip Lat Pulldown (between warmup sets of BP)
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