8AM
Lower back cramped. Last night rainy and cold, today sunny and dry.
Reverse Hyper/ Ab warmup
Elbow traction with purple Jumpstretch band
Romanian Deadlifts - w/ trap bar - 5x20
Shrugs w/ Apollons Axle - Overhand Grip - 193x10, 263x2, 313x2, 373-4x2
Re-wave using Prilepin's Table. Solid reps.
These toast the hands.
Grip training
Blob50
Left - 10 sets of 2 attempts. Good burps of air on some. Need to pull head out of ass.
Right - 10 sets of 2 deadlifts.
Observation: If you announce to the grip world that you are not going to post any grip training results until you close the #4, then post training results with a grip-machine. What does that mean? Is the hissy fit over?
Sunday, December 31, 2006
Saturday, December 30, 2006
We have been
following the introductory GB thread some poor unsuspecting griptster started, announcing the Hunan Vice's entrance into the web-o-sphere. Over 130 views and no warm shower welcome's ;)
The inner circle is a lonely place. ;)
Update - 12/31 - 09:37 - Over 230 views. Still no testis clasping. We won't count the guy from up north. ;)
Update - 1/4/2007 - Over 600 views and still no mass anal rubbings. Well done people!
The inner circle is a lonely place. ;)
Update - 12/31 - 09:37 - Over 230 views. Still no testis clasping. We won't count the guy from up north. ;)
Update - 1/4/2007 - Over 600 views and still no mass anal rubbings. Well done people!
Saturday - Part 2
Joints are killing me today. Weather is raw.
Hammer Lat Pulls - Started with 1 pair of 45's worked up to 5 pair. Sets of 20. Quick pace.
Rope Pulls - 4x20
Smith Presses - Hammer Presses - Hammer Laterals - 3 laps. No rest
Light Arms.
Abs.
Hammer Lat Pulls - Started with 1 pair of 45's worked up to 5 pair. Sets of 20. Quick pace.
Rope Pulls - 4x20
Smith Presses - Hammer Presses - Hammer Laterals - 3 laps. No rest
Light Arms.
Abs.
Saturday - 12/30
I wonder if Saddam's rope noose came from McMaster?
6AM
Lower arms still sore from thickbar Thursday.
Reverse-Hyper Ab Warmup
Elbow traction w/ Purple Jumpstretch band
Romanian Deadlifts w/ Trapbar - 5x20
Seated and Lying levering with big ratchet and magnets.
In between levering worked in 10 sets of 2 - Blob50 pulls. Left getting air. Right most full deadlifts, some squirted away.
Finished with ring/pink claw curls.
Time for Jacks Blue Heat.
Diet secret - add 1/2 scoop of MuscleMilk to coffee. Positive nitrogen balance here I come. ;)
6AM
Lower arms still sore from thickbar Thursday.
Reverse-Hyper Ab Warmup
Elbow traction w/ Purple Jumpstretch band
Romanian Deadlifts w/ Trapbar - 5x20
Seated and Lying levering with big ratchet and magnets.
In between levering worked in 10 sets of 2 - Blob50 pulls. Left getting air. Right most full deadlifts, some squirted away.
Finished with ring/pink claw curls.
Time for Jacks Blue Heat.
Diet secret - add 1/2 scoop of MuscleMilk to coffee. Positive nitrogen balance here I come. ;)
Friday, December 29, 2006
WARNING - York Barbell Legacy Dumbbells - First Sighting
The YMCA got new dumbbells to replace a few old broken Yorks. They are the new "Legacy" Yorks. When placed next to an old York there is a BIG FUCKING DIFFERENCE.
My advice is to AVOID these dumbbells for pinch work. You are just pissing your money away on a second rate item. The inside/handle side of the blob is almost FLAT. The outside of the blob is comparable to the old Yorks.
The bells are coated with a gritty/rough finish.
My advice is to seek out an original York 50 or a GordonV Blob50 replica. These new "legacy" bells get an extreme thumbs down.
Due to the shape, I would recommend that they be prohibited for certification purposes.
Do not delude yourself if you are working with one of these pieces of shit.
My advice is to AVOID these dumbbells for pinch work. You are just pissing your money away on a second rate item. The inside/handle side of the blob is almost FLAT. The outside of the blob is comparable to the old Yorks.
The bells are coated with a gritty/rough finish.
My advice is to seek out an original York 50 or a GordonV Blob50 replica. These new "legacy" bells get an extreme thumbs down.
Due to the shape, I would recommend that they be prohibited for certification purposes.
Do not delude yourself if you are working with one of these pieces of shit.
Friday - 12/29
Did some visiting last night was forced to put away a few snifters of "Maker's Mark".
530AM
Close Grip Bench - Index on Smooth - 135x20, 225x20,315x20,275x20,225x20
Hammer Flat, Decline Incline - 2 laps. Finished each set with Kelso bench shrugs
Overhead Crossover Cable shrugs - 3x20
Rope Pullovers - 4x12
I only use the Hammer Machines because they are there. I think they are garbage.
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Thursday - 12/28
6AM
ReverHyper Ab Warmup
Romanian Deadlifts w/ Trap Bar - 5x20
Shrugs w/ Apollons Axle - Overhand grip - 193x3, 263x3, 313x3, 363x3, 403x3, 363x5
Lower Arms completely destroyed after this. Felt "on", so went with the 403. Time to re-wave. Trap strength coming back.
Piddled with the Blob50, could not shake the ache from the axle.
Picked up broom and swept for active recovery.
If you are just joining in - I am using the Apollon's Axle from Ironmind. It is a smooth, 2" diameter, 7 foot bar. It weights 33 pounds. Keep in mind if you use pipe or solid stock, there is a BIG circumference difference between 1.875" and 2". Start light with any pulling stuff when working with the thick bar. It adds a whole new dimension of stress to the arms. Don't be stupid, build a wide base.
My hands are not quite 7.5".
ReverHyper Ab Warmup
Romanian Deadlifts w/ Trap Bar - 5x20
Shrugs w/ Apollons Axle - Overhand grip - 193x3, 263x3, 313x3, 363x3, 403x3, 363x5
Lower Arms completely destroyed after this. Felt "on", so went with the 403. Time to re-wave. Trap strength coming back.
Piddled with the Blob50, could not shake the ache from the axle.
Picked up broom and swept for active recovery.
If you are just joining in - I am using the Apollon's Axle from Ironmind. It is a smooth, 2" diameter, 7 foot bar. It weights 33 pounds. Keep in mind if you use pipe or solid stock, there is a BIG circumference difference between 1.875" and 2". Start light with any pulling stuff when working with the thick bar. It adds a whole new dimension of stress to the arms. Don't be stupid, build a wide base.
My hands are not quite 7.5".
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
Let's Hold Hands and Get this Thing Done!
We have just received an official, urgent, communique' from the Fictional Hand Bullpen! We are told that the Post Office is handling over 20 BILLION packages this glorious holiday season. Show some fucking compassion people! DOWNLOAD the FREELY AVAILABLE, PUBLIC DOMAIN Famous York Hand Balancing Course and save a mailman from going friggin Postal. ;)
God Bless Us, Everyone!
God Bless Us, Everyone!
Wed - 12/27
5AM
Was up late screwing with my IBM T43.
Lats and shoulder girdle beat up from past week or so. Circuit trained around, worked in some Kelso Shrugs, shot the shit, and called it a morning.
Time to study motherboards.
Was up late screwing with my IBM T43.
Lats and shoulder girdle beat up from past week or so. Circuit trained around, worked in some Kelso Shrugs, shot the shit, and called it a morning.
Time to study motherboards.
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
Tuesday - 12/26
It is with a heavy heart that I announce I will no longer be posting workouts or training results. This will remain in effect until I can consistently crush a #4 with a Handgripper Helper attached and clean and press the Inch Dumbbell at the same time.
Just kidding, you will find no whiny pouty stuff here ;)
8AM
Reverse Hyper Ab Warmup
Shrugs W/ Apollons Axle - Overhand Grip - 193x20, 263x20, 313x25 WooHoo
Romanian Deadlifts with Trap Bar - 6x20. Still a bit of a Charley horse.
Grip Training
Worked in levering with ratchet and Platemates in between all Blob50 work. It has been raining since yesterday. The humidity is unforgiving with pinch. But it will all work out in the end.
Left - 8 sets of 2 - deadlift attempts. Some pops, some good air.
Right - 8 sets of 2 - Full deadlifts. Some slipped out towards the top.
Ironmind Claw Curl - 1 high rep set.
Just kidding, you will find no whiny pouty stuff here ;)
8AM
Reverse Hyper Ab Warmup
Shrugs W/ Apollons Axle - Overhand Grip - 193x20, 263x20, 313x25 WooHoo
Romanian Deadlifts with Trap Bar - 6x20. Still a bit of a Charley horse.
Grip Training
Worked in levering with ratchet and Platemates in between all Blob50 work. It has been raining since yesterday. The humidity is unforgiving with pinch. But it will all work out in the end.
Left - 8 sets of 2 - deadlift attempts. Some pops, some good air.
Right - 8 sets of 2 - Full deadlifts. Some slipped out towards the top.
Ironmind Claw Curl - 1 high rep set.
Monday, December 25, 2006
Monday - 12/25
Hit the cellar.
830AM
Reverse Hyper/Ab Warmup
Close Grip Bench w/ Apollons Axle - 123x20, 213x20, 233-8x20
In between all sets worked in Romanian Deadlifts, sets of 20, pair of 50lb dumbbells.
Still a bit of a charley horse.
Never bench without a spotter, or some sort of reliable spotting setup to catch the bar. I use a pair of steel stands similar to the Ironmind Pillars of Power. I got them locally at the "Fitness Headquarters". Only MORONS think they can roll the bar off themselves. Make sure 2007 is a safe one, avoid the Darwin Awards. ;)
FAST pace.
Called it a day.
830AM
Reverse Hyper/Ab Warmup
Close Grip Bench w/ Apollons Axle - 123x20, 213x20, 233-8x20
In between all sets worked in Romanian Deadlifts, sets of 20, pair of 50lb dumbbells.
Still a bit of a charley horse.
Never bench without a spotter, or some sort of reliable spotting setup to catch the bar. I use a pair of steel stands similar to the Ironmind Pillars of Power. I got them locally at the "Fitness Headquarters". Only MORONS think they can roll the bar off themselves. Make sure 2007 is a safe one, avoid the Darwin Awards. ;)
FAST pace.
Called it a day.
Sunday, December 24, 2006
Sunday - 12/24
8AM
Reverse Hyper/ Ab Warmup
Romanian DL's with dumbbells - 6x20. Left thigh still has a charley horse.
Shrugs w/ Apollons Axle - Overhand grip - 193x10, 243x3, 263x3, 318x3, 338x3, 368x5, 323x12. Lower arms were beat to death after these.
Seated levering twists w/ big ratchet - 3 sets
Grip training
BLOB50 work
Left - 6x2reps - Deadlift attempts - Solid gulps of air.
Right - 6x2Full Deadlifts
Ironmind Claw Curls - Ring and Pinky - 2x40reps. DO NOT fuck around with these. It is all too easy to screw a knuckle up with those fingers.
Reverse Hyper/ Ab Warmup
Romanian DL's with dumbbells - 6x20. Left thigh still has a charley horse.
Shrugs w/ Apollons Axle - Overhand grip - 193x10, 243x3, 263x3, 318x3, 338x3, 368x5, 323x12. Lower arms were beat to death after these.
Seated levering twists w/ big ratchet - 3 sets
Grip training
BLOB50 work
Left - 6x2reps - Deadlift attempts - Solid gulps of air.
Right - 6x2Full Deadlifts
Ironmind Claw Curls - Ring and Pinky - 2x40reps. DO NOT fuck around with these. It is all too easy to screw a knuckle up with those fingers.
Saturday, December 23, 2006
Saturday - Part 2
Hammer Lat Pull - Started with 2 pair of 45s, added 1 Pair per set. Sets of 20. Topped out at 5 pair (25reps)
Hammer Row - 2 sets. Already a mixture of plates. Life is too short to add. ;)
Smith Press, Hammer Lateral - 3 laps
Hammer press - 4 sets
Light Arms
Hammer Row - 2 sets. Already a mixture of plates. Life is too short to add. ;)
Smith Press, Hammer Lateral - 3 laps
Hammer press - 4 sets
Light Arms
Saturday - 12/23
Went into work at 430AM to wrap a few things up.
7AM
Reverse hyper ab warmup
Worked in some Romanian deadlifts with trap bar. Got a charley horse. I hate this fucking weather.
Levering with ratchet and Platemates etc.
In between levering worked in some Blob50 stuf - right hand - 10 full deadlifts. Left, air here and there. Hand is still sore from the Claw curls. Wow.
7AM
Reverse hyper ab warmup
Worked in some Romanian deadlifts with trap bar. Got a charley horse. I hate this fucking weather.
Levering with ratchet and Platemates etc.
In between levering worked in some Blob50 stuf - right hand - 10 full deadlifts. Left, air here and there. Hand is still sore from the Claw curls. Wow.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Well
it did not take long. We received the first ad-copy from the Hunan Vice Coterie. Who coincidentally have the same PO BOX at the Fictional Grip Gang, surprise, surprise. ;)
We have been asked to help spread the word of the new website by posting a banner and a link.
We submit to this request, with Honor, Respect and Reverence, especially during this time that we rejoice in the birth of the Christ Child.
Here is the link, please bow your head in homage to the Old-Timers that practiced their special brand of snake-oil, as you click it - The Real Old Time Strongman Library.
Then use the money you saved, from essentially buying the same thing, in an overpriced form, and donate it HERE, where it will do some true good.
Tis' The Fucking Season. ;)
We have been asked to help spread the word of the new website by posting a banner and a link.
We submit to this request, with Honor, Respect and Reverence, especially during this time that we rejoice in the birth of the Christ Child.
Here is the link, please bow your head in homage to the Old-Timers that practiced their special brand of snake-oil, as you click it - The Real Old Time Strongman Library.
Then use the money you saved, from essentially buying the same thing, in an overpriced form, and donate it HERE, where it will do some true good.
Tis' The Fucking Season. ;)
Friday - 12/22
Had a waterglass of Jack Daniels last night.
500AM - Had to start early.
Close Grip Bench - Index on smooth - 135x20, 225x20, 315x20
DB Bench Press - 3x20 - whatever dumbbells were on the floor.
Hammer Flat, Decline, Incline - 2 laps. Finished each set with Kelso bench shrugs.
Kelso Over Head Cable Shrugs with crossover cables.
Abs
500AM - Had to start early.
Close Grip Bench - Index on smooth - 135x20, 225x20, 315x20
DB Bench Press - 3x20 - whatever dumbbells were on the floor.
Hammer Flat, Decline, Incline - 2 laps. Finished each set with Kelso bench shrugs.
Kelso Over Head Cable Shrugs with crossover cables.
Abs
Thursday, December 21, 2006
The Circle Expands
We see the Hunan Vice just became a part of the innercirclemarketing ring. We are waiting with baited breath for the first volley of poorly composed and spelled email ad-copy.
Welcome to the web!
Welcome to the web!
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