strength continued
I haven’t been going to many WODs lately (travel, excuses, etc), but I have been pretty steady working out in my garage. I still feel WAY too small for a 5′11 guy and have been focusing hard on gaining strength.
I switched from stronglifts 5×5 to Rippetoe’s 3×5 program. The weight is substantially heavier which better prepares me for 1RM attempts. I dropped down in weight at first to focus on form. I read Rippetoe’s Starting Strength book and am really dialing in on form. My squat and deadlift have improved dramatically, as well as the amount of weight I can lift with each set.
My weight is still down (low 150’s) and I plan on doing GOMAD soon to bulk up. Ryan and Zack’s GOMAD experiences went very well and I finally feel like I can lose some abs for a few months.
The holiday season is a GREAT time to gain weight/strength and get huge.. and give yourself more credit! Close to 15 lbs in 4 months is awesome!!
A: Glad you’re not traveling as much, now get back in the box – Ryan and I both miss your sunny disposition. B: Holiday time is great time to bulk up. You want to gain pounds? Two words: eggnog bitches
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