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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Whether losing weight, just keeping fit, training for an event/competition or sport.
How did it go?
Good, bad, indifferent, it's all
work in the bank.
Only 2 weeks left of my strength block now, stupid heavy low reps then I'll have a short break before I go again.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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It went well at the start of the week went up on the dumbells a bit more think i could do more but my grip strength is not good enough which is annoying
Did enjoy smashing my triceps too it was a fun drive home with wobbly arms  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It went well at the start of the week went up on the dumbells a bit more think i could do more but my grip strength is not good enough which is annoying
Did enjoy smashing my triceps too it was a fun drive home with wobbly arms "
Farmers walks with dumbbells good for grip strength |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Ended my gym subscription so I can focus on CF full time. Been great so far, learning lots of new lifts in a super friendly and supportive environment. As a plus size girl I always feel vindicated when the trainers compliment my strength and mobility too  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I’ve had a pretty awesome end to my latest block.
PB’s on my deadlift, squat, and bench press.
Lots of visible progress on my upper body.
New 12 week program beginning next week to push those powerlifting totals higher.
My shift to morning workouts has been a resounding success, and I’m beginning to nail down the food side too.
Very very happy Keyser this week. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"It went well at the start of the week went up on the dumbells a bit more think i could do more but my grip strength is not good enough which is annoying
Did enjoy smashing my triceps too it was a fun drive home with wobbly arms
Farmers walks with dumbbells good for grip strength"
You could buy wrist wraps too. Some may think it's cheating but I see it as my progression shouldn't stall because of something not contributing to building that muscle |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It went well at the start of the week went up on the dumbells a bit more think i could do more but my grip strength is not good enough which is annoying
Did enjoy smashing my triceps too it was a fun drive home with wobbly arms
Farmers walks with dumbbells good for grip strength
You could buy wrist wraps too. Some may think it's cheating but I see it as my progression shouldn't stall because of something not contributing to building that muscle"
Yeah, it depends on goals, wrist wraps add nothing but stop my wrists folding in half in really heavy bench. Straps only use on heavy rows and Romanian deadlifts, never deadlifts as I cant use them in competition so defeats the object. My grip will always give out before my back or posterior chain on rows and RDLs so why limit it bu my grip |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"It went well at the start of the week went up on the dumbells a bit more think i could do more but my grip strength is not good enough which is annoying
Did enjoy smashing my triceps too it was a fun drive home with wobbly arms
Farmers walks with dumbbells good for grip strength
You could buy wrist wraps too. Some may think it's cheating but I see it as my progression shouldn't stall because of something not contributing to building that muscle
Yeah, it depends on goals, wrist wraps add nothing but stop my wrists folding in half in really heavy bench. Straps only use on heavy rows and Romanian deadlifts, never deadlifts as I cant use them in competition so defeats the object. My grip will always give out before my back or posterior chain on rows and RDLs so why limit it bu my grip"
That's fair enough, I use them on quite a few pull exercises and they definitely help but can see why you can't use them for deadlifts  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"It went well at the start of the week went up on the dumbells a bit more think i could do more but my grip strength is not good enough which is annoying
Did enjoy smashing my triceps too it was a fun drive home with wobbly arms
Farmers walks with dumbbells good for grip strength"
out of curiosity does carrying em from the rack count cheers tho |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It went well at the start of the week went up on the dumbells a bit more think i could do more but my grip strength is not good enough which is annoying
Did enjoy smashing my triceps too it was a fun drive home with wobbly arms
Farmers walks with dumbbells good for grip strengthout of curiosity does carrying em from the rack count cheers tho "
Err no
20m drop pick up again and 20m back, repeat 3 times |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"It went well at the start of the week went up on the dumbells a bit more think i could do more but my grip strength is not good enough which is annoying
Did enjoy smashing my triceps too it was a fun drive home with wobbly arms
Farmers walks with dumbbells good for grip strengthout of curiosity does carrying em from the rack count cheers tho
Err no
20m drop pick up again and 20m back, repeat 3 times"
damn it lol cheers |
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Weak week this week because my dodgy shoulder was hurting and I'm trying to preserve myself for the 10k push on Sunday. I did Parkrun last Saturday, new PB of 30:50. Stupidly went to wheelchair basketball last night, thought I'd take it "easy" but today, my dodgy shoulder hurts and so does my back. I'll grit my teeth and push on through on Sunday!
Taking bets as to how fast I'll make it round a fairly flat 10k on the road.... |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I’ve had a pretty awesome end to my latest block.
PB’s on my deadlift, squat, and bench press.
Lots of visible progress on my upper body.
New 12 week program beginning next week to push those powerlifting totals higher.
My shift to morning workouts has been a resounding success, and I’m beginning to nail down the food side too.
Very very happy Keyser this week."
Congrats!
Do you eat before morning sessions? I have tried them (fasted as I don't usually like to have breakfast) but I just don't have as much strength and stamina  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Weak week this week because my dodgy shoulder was hurting and I'm trying to preserve myself for the 10k push on Sunday. I did Parkrun last Saturday, new PB of 30:50. Stupidly went to wheelchair basketball last night, thought I'd take it "easy" but today, my dodgy shoulder hurts and so does my back. I'll grit my teeth and push on through on Sunday!
Taking bets as to how fast I'll make it round a fairly flat 10k on the road.... "
Congratulations on your PB!  |
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"Weak week this week because my dodgy shoulder was hurting and I'm trying to preserve myself for the 10k push on Sunday. I did Parkrun last Saturday, new PB of 30:50. Stupidly went to wheelchair basketball last night, thought I'd take it "easy" but today, my dodgy shoulder hurts and so does my back. I'll grit my teeth and push on through on Sunday!
Taking bets as to how fast I'll make it round a fairly flat 10k on the road....
Congratulations on your PB! "
Thank you! How are you getting on with your fitness regime? |
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"I’ve had a pretty awesome end to my latest block.
PB’s on my deadlift, squat, and bench press.
Lots of visible progress on my upper body.
New 12 week program beginning next week to push those powerlifting totals higher.
My shift to morning workouts has been a resounding success, and I’m beginning to nail down the food side too.
Very very happy Keyser this week."
Very well done.  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Weak week this week because my dodgy shoulder was hurting and I'm trying to preserve myself for the 10k push on Sunday. I did Parkrun last Saturday, new PB of 30:50. Stupidly went to wheelchair basketball last night, thought I'd take it "easy" but today, my dodgy shoulder hurts and so does my back. I'll grit my teeth and push on through on Sunday!
Taking bets as to how fast I'll make it round a fairly flat 10k on the road....
Congratulations on your PB!
Thank you! How are you getting on with your fitness regime?"
I am a happy (slightly stronger) bunny |
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"Whether losing weight, just keeping fit, training for an event/competition or sport.
How did it go?
Good, bad, indifferent, it's all
work in the bank.
Only 2 weeks left of my strength block now, stupid heavy low reps then I'll have a short break before I go again.
"
A good week for fighting, bumps and bruises everywhere.
I've done less weights work, but I'm aware of why and am OK with it.
Another week beckons next week, so another opportunity to "ave at it"!! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Whether losing weight, just keeping fit, training for an event/competition or sport.
How did it go?
Good, bad, indifferent, it's all
work in the bank.
Only 2 weeks left of my strength block now, stupid heavy low reps then I'll have a short break before I go again.
A good week for fighting, bumps and bruises everywhere.
I've done less weights work, but I'm aware of why and am OK with it.
Another week beckons next week, so another opportunity to "ave at it"!!"
That's the spirit  hope you are feeling OK! |
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"Weak week this week because my dodgy shoulder was hurting and I'm trying to preserve myself for the 10k push on Sunday. I did Parkrun last Saturday, new PB of 30:50. Stupidly went to wheelchair basketball last night, thought I'd take it "easy" but today, my dodgy shoulder hurts and so does my back. I'll grit my teeth and push on through on Sunday!
Taking bets as to how fast I'll make it round a fairly flat 10k on the road....
Congratulations on your PB!
Thank you! How are you getting on with your fitness regime?
I am a happy (slightly stronger) bunny "
*Strong emoji* Go you! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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A good week. Last week was my first week back after a forced 2 week break so took it easy. This week I went all in and felt good. Lifts are still a tiny bit down but I felt strong and enjoyed my workouts.
I’ve added a lot more cardio and even that’s seemed easier than I thought it would. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I’ve had a pretty awesome end to my latest block.
PB’s on my deadlift, squat, and bench press.
Lots of visible progress on my upper body.
New 12 week program beginning next week to push those powerlifting totals higher.
My shift to morning workouts has been a resounding success, and I’m beginning to nail down the food side too.
Very very happy Keyser this week.
Congrats!
Do you eat before morning sessions? I have tried them (fasted as I don't usually like to have breakfast) but I just don't have as much strength and stamina "
I wake up at 4:45, and chuck a banana, and some oats, and a coffee down me. I don’t train until 6. That brekky gives me enough to get through the session. I can’t train on an empty stomach. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"10 weeks out of comp and I’m due a deload next week. It’s definitely hitting me but a lighter load and I’ll be back to it!
Mr x"
Which comp? Gutted I'm not competing this year. |
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By *ary 121Man
over a year ago
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First visit since Sunday for me this evening,normally go 3/4 times a week,did 850 calories tonight and a tiny bit of muscle stuff,madness when you think about it really as having 6 pints tonight which well trumps 850 calories…………….mind you I’m 58 in October and still a 30 inch waste |
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Bloody brilliant!! 3 sessions down this week, week 4 of a 12 week programme and I added weighs or reps every exercise except kneeling leg curls because they're just nasty!
And a tidy little 16 miles under my belt so far too.
I've just read that back..... I am so boring  |
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"Whether losing weight, just keeping fit, training for an event/competition or sport.
How did it go?
Good, bad, indifferent, it's all
work in the bank.
Only 2 weeks left of my strength block now, stupid heavy low reps then I'll have a short break before I go again.
A good week for fighting, bumps and bruises everywhere.
I've done less weights work, but I'm aware of why and am OK with it.
Another week beckons next week, so another opportunity to "ave at it"!!
That's the spirit hope you are feeling OK! "
I'm super, ty for asking
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I’ve had a pretty awesome end to my latest block.
PB’s on my deadlift, squat, and bench press.
Lots of visible progress on my upper body.
New 12 week program beginning next week to push those powerlifting totals higher.
My shift to morning workouts has been a resounding success, and I’m beginning to nail down the food side too.
Very very happy Keyser this week.
Congrats!
Do you eat before morning sessions? I have tried them (fasted as I don't usually like to have breakfast) but I just don't have as much strength and stamina
I wake up at 4:45, and chuck a banana, and some oats, and a coffee down me. I don’t train until 6. That brekky gives me enough to get through the session. I can’t train on an empty stomach. "
Oh... Fuck that. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I’ve had a pretty awesome end to my latest block.
PB’s on my deadlift, squat, and bench press.
Lots of visible progress on my upper body.
New 12 week program beginning next week to push those powerlifting totals higher.
My shift to morning workouts has been a resounding success, and I’m beginning to nail down the food side too.
Very very happy Keyser this week.
Congrats!
Do you eat before morning sessions? I have tried them (fasted as I don't usually like to have breakfast) but I just don't have as much strength and stamina
I wake up at 4:45, and chuck a banana, and some oats, and a coffee down me. I don’t train until 6. That brekky gives me enough to get through the session. I can’t train on an empty stomach.
Oh... Fuck that. "
I started out thinking that too. Now it’s just habit. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Every week I forget about the gym.
Must try harder.
If you don’t forget to go then please make sure to create thread on fab otherwise you lose all gains, bro. "
Yeahhhhh Buddy! Lightweight  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"It’s so manly in here.
Just men grunting at each other and winking. Yeah gym buddies!
Thanks for the input.
You’re welcome, of course. Keep up the good work in the gym"
Don’t worry I will.
It’s only saved my life. No big deal. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"First visit since Sunday for me this evening,normally go 3/4 times a week,did 850 calories tonight and a tiny bit of muscle stuff,madness when you think about it really as having 6 pints tonight which well trumps 850 calories…………….mind you I’m 58 in October and still a 30 inch waste"
Yah but at least you won't do as much damage with the beer, having burnt 850 cals. Also 850 cals is so much, you must have been in the gym for hours  |
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"It’s so manly in here.
Just men grunting at each other and winking. Yeah gym buddies!
Thanks for the input.
You’re welcome, of course. Keep up the good work in the gym
Don’t worry I will.
It’s only saved my life. No big deal. "
Good! As it has many and will continue to do so in the future.
Don’t take my gentle mocking seriously, it’s only that and not meant personally. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Bloody brilliant!! 3 sessions down this week, week 4 of a 12 week programme and I added weighs or reps every exercise except kneeling leg curls because they're just nasty!
And a tidy little 16 miles under my belt so far too.
I've just read that back..... I am so boring "
Sounds like you are doing great |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"It’s so manly in here.
Just men grunting at each other and winking. Yeah gym buddies!
Thanks for the input.
You’re welcome, of course. Keep up the good work in the gym
Don’t worry I will.
It’s only saved my life. No big deal.
Good! As it has many and will continue to do so in the future.
Don’t take my gentle mocking seriously, it’s only that and not meant personally. "
Fair enough. |
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