Justtryn is try'n to get big

justtryn · 10-31-2007, 08:27 PM

Ok - so, I've decided to start journaling over here again. I think this may be the place to be, huh? Anyway, from the beginning of August until really the last two weeks I was very inconsistent with workouts... almost nonexistant. Not sure what happened, besides getting sick, that is. I thnk maybe a bit of over training. So, two weeks ago, I went back at it, and after a couple of weeks of my "standard" training, I started a new cycle of what I call my "Hybrid" system - heavily DC influenced, but with a twist here and there. Yesterday was the first day of the Hybrid - here's how it went:

As I said, this is heavily DC influenced - compound movements with rest pause sets with added isolation exercises with a bit higher reps, and of course, my favorite, extreme stretches.

I got to the gym and realized I lost my spreadsheet

So, I went from memory. Overall, I felt very energized and strong.

Guide to the system:

RP = Rest Pause Sets

SS = Straight set

H.S. = Hammer Strength

Chest, Shoulders, Tris, Back Width, Back Thickness

H.S. Incline Bench - 129lbs on each side, 9/3/1 RP (each set is to failure, 15 breath break, and back at it)

Machine Fly - 140lbs SS 1x12 - serious burn with these. Only had a short rest after the last RP set on the inclines).

Extreme Stretches

H.S. Shoulder Press - 85lbs on each side, 10/5/2 RPs

DB Laterals - 20lbs SS 1x15 - buuurrrnnn baby burn

Extreme Stretches

H.S. Dips - 274lbs 10/4/3 RPs

Cable Pressdowns - 72.5lbs SS 1x15. Burrrn!

Extreme Stretches

Medium Grip Pulldowns - 170lbs 11/5/3 RPs. I was suprisingly strong on these and should have gone higher than 170.

T-Bar Rows - 180lbs 2 SS 1x10. 1x8 No aparatus, and little room to put the bar in the corner. So I jam the bar under a support on the power rack and place a couple of 45's on the end to hold it down. The range of motion is a bit limited, so I'm kinda hunkered down to do these (bent at the knees more than normal). I think if I had a better set up, I would have been able to do more weight. I'll have to work on these.

Like I said before, I felt nice and strong tonight. The head trainer of the place was watching me and asked me a bunch of questions about what I was doing. That felt good. Then he asked if I was going to enter the local NPC (?) show in April... I said HELL NO! But, it was nice to hear anyway.

Later, folks!

**Crader** · 11-01-2007, 12:44 AM

I love the log!

justtryn · 11-01-2007, 01:07 AM

Thanks for stopping by, Crader! Beautiful women are always welcome here!

kimsquit · 11-01-2007, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by justtryn

The head trainer of the place was watching me and asked me a bunch of questions about what I was doing. That felt good. Then he asked if I was going to enter the local NPC (?) show in April... I said HELL NO!

Why the heck not? Start your diet in late January and you're off to the races. If Flynn can do it, you can too!

justtryn · 11-01-2007, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by kimsquit

Why the heck not? Start your diet in late January and you're off to the races. If Flynn can do it, you can too!

Honestly... there are a couple of reasons.

1. Diet - I don't have the discipline to do it... To me, that's the absolute hardest part for me. THAT I know about myself.

2. Getting up on stage with an itsy bitsy, teeny weenie (no jokes there) posing suit thingy on is way out of my comfort zone. Seriously... couldn't do it. You get major props just for being able to do that, Chris, in my mind.

I just don't think it's me... at least not now.

I'll settle for "looking the part" and let you real bb'ers do the real thing.

justtryn · 11-05-2007, 04:27 PM

Sunday's workout - got off track last week.

Hybrid - Chest, Delts, Tris, Back width and thickness

RP = Rest Pause
SS= Straight Set
H.S.= Hammer Strength

H.S. Decline Bench - 128lbs on each side - 10/6/4 RPs - should have been heavier

Machine Flyes - 140lbs 1x15 SS

Extreme stretches

Seated DB Shoulder Press - 55lbs 10/5/5 RP. Should have been heavier.

Rear Delt Machine - 140lbs 1x12 SS

Extreme Stretches

Cable Skull Crushers - 77.5lbs 9/5/3 RP

Overhead Rope Extensions - 72.5 1x10 SS

Extreme Stretches

Rack Chins - BW only. 12/6/4 RP Should have added weight, but forgot my Grizzly belt today.

Rack Deads - warm up set 135lbs 1x8. Working sets 225lbs 1x12 SS, 245lbs 1x10 SS

Extreme Stretches

That's it for now.

Later!

**Crader** · 11-05-2007, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by justtryn

Honestly... there are a couple of reasons.

1. Diet - I don't have the discipline to do it... To me, that's the absolute hardest part for me. THAT I know about myself.

2. Getting up on stage with an itsy bitsy, teeny weenie (no jokes there) posing suit thingy on is way out of my comfort zone. Seriously... couldn't do it. You get major props just for being able to do that, Chris, in my mind.

I just don't think it's me... at least not now.

I'll settle for "looking the part" and let you real bb'ers do the real thing.

Lol well if you ever do hit the posing suit, you have to post pics here!!

justtryn · 11-05-2007, 08:04 PM

I don't want to scare anyone... or give them fits of laughter!

emjay · 11-05-2007, 08:52 PM

Nice work, JT! How are things going for you, quite well I'd guess by the looks of it? Nice to see another familiar name here.....

Mark (aka Gunn27 from the other place

)

justtryn · 11-05-2007, 10:38 PM

Hey Mark! Nice to see you here! Thanks for dropping by!!

Josie · 11-07-2007, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by justtryn

Beautiful women are always welcome here!

well i hope that includes me

Quote:

Originally Posted by justtryn

I don't want to scare anyone... or give them fits of laughter!

No way, that'd be just perfect

Hiya sweety, hope you have a great day!

justtryn · 11-08-2007, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Josie

well i hope that includes me

No way, that'd be just perfect

Hiya sweety, hope you have a great day!

Oh, Josie... YOU, of all people, are welcome anywhere I'm at... you know that!!

So... com'n to Ottawa??

By the way, I'm saying prayers for you for the weekend... you are going to just be absolutely awsome, lady!!

Josie · 11-08-2007, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by justtryn

Oh, Josie... YOU, of all people, are welcome anywhere I'm at... you know that!!

So... com'n to Ottawa??

By the way, I'm saying prayers for you for the weekend... you are going to just be absolutely awsome, lady!!

LOL love you sweety

Tell me the exacts dates you'll be in Ottawa please, I owe a visit to one of my friends there as I well, so I could kill two birds with one stone, methaphorically speaking of course

Thanks for your prayers, not only do I need them, but I know you have good connections

Seriously, I really appreciate it, thank you!

justtryn · 11-08-2007, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Josie

LOL love you sweety

Tell me the exacts dates you'll be in Ottawa please, I owe a visit to one of my friends there as I well, so I could kill two birds with one stone, methaphorically speaking of course

Thanks for your prayers, not only do I need them, but I know you have good connections

Seriously, I really appreciate it, thank you!

I arrive in Ottawa late in the afternoon on Sunday the 25th, and leave the morning of the 30th. My classes are over by 3pm each day.

justtryn · 11-09-2007, 04:57 AM

Another Hybrid training day...

Biceps, forearms, calves, Hams, Quads

RP=Rest Pause sets
SS= Straight Set
H.S.=Hammer Strength Machine

DB Curls - 45lbs 12/5/4. RP - should have had a higher weight to start given the high number on the first set.

DB Hammer Curls - 35lbs 1x12, 1x10 SS

Extreme Stretches

H.S. Calf Press - 270lbs 10 reps SS - dc style - exploding extension, slow back and hold the stretch position for count of 15.

I'd forgotten how these hurt.

H.S. Calf Press - 270lbs 1x25, SS. Normal movement to failure.

Gironda Leg Curls - 100lbs 1x15, 1x12, SS

Extreme Stretches

Precor Leg Press - Heavy Set - 800 lbs for 8 reps. It's been a while since I've moved this much weight. Damn tough set tonight. That last one I was worried wasn't gonna get high enough to set the pins.

5 minute rest

Precor Leg Press Widow Maker Set 620lbs for 18 reps. Barely got the last one up... knew it was time to quit or get smooshed.

Normally, with my Hybrid program, I would have done a single set of 12 leg extensions, but decided my legs were fried.

Extreme Stretches

My legs feel like lead right now. I think that's a good thing...

justtryn · 11-10-2007, 02:23 AM

Hybrid - Chest, Delts, Tris, Back Width, Back Thickness
RP = Rest Pause
SS = Straight Set
H.S. = Hammer Strength

H.S. Flat Bench - 144lbs on each side 8/3/1 RP back to where I left off on this in July.

Machine Flyes - 145lbs 1x12 SS - up 5lbs

Extreme Stretches

Smith Shoulder Press - 155lbs 10/6/4 RP - should have been a bit higher on the weight given the 10 reps on the first pass.

Side Laterals - 20lbs 1x12 SS - slow, strict form.

Extreme Stretches

Smith CGBP - 185lbs 8/4/3 RP I really don't like the particular Smith machines at my gym... the bar is difficult to hold in place.

Cable Rope Pressdowns - 72.5lbs 2x12

Extreme Stretches

Close Grip Pulldowns - 170lbs 8/8/5 RP (sort of) - MP3 player died after the first set

thus the longer rest and more reps on the second RP.

Straight Arm Pressdowns - 90lbs 1x12

Cable Rows - 1x10, 1x8 SS. Not happy with this one. Should have had more reps on the second straight set... just out of energy and couldn't do it.

FYI - I always finish up with immediate post workout carbs (either dried pineapple, natty applesauce, or a banana, 4 BCAA caps, and 50 grams of protein drink.

That's it for now - more fun tomorrow.

Oh, by the way, I seem to be leaning out a bit, at least according to the mirror. Down 2lbs on the scale from 9 days ago, but it "looks" like more. Dunno... must be getting blind.

Later!

10-31-2007, 08:27 PM	#1
justtryn IMPC Contestant Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 317 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 12	Justtryn is try'n to get big Ok - so, I've decided to start journaling over here again. I think this may be the place to be, huh? Anyway, from the beginning of August until really the last two weeks I was very inconsistent with workouts... almost nonexistant. Not sure what happened, besides getting sick, that is. I thnk maybe a bit of over training. So, two weeks ago, I went back at it, and after a couple of weeks of my "standard" training, I started a new cycle of what I call my "Hybrid" system - heavily DC influenced, but with a twist here and there. Yesterday was the first day of the Hybrid - here's how it went: As I said, this is heavily DC influenced - compound movements with rest pause sets with added isolation exercises with a bit higher reps, and of course, my favorite, extreme stretches. I got to the gym and realized I lost my spreadsheet So, I went from memory. Overall, I felt very energized and strong. Guide to the system: RP = Rest Pause Sets SS = Straight set H.S. = Hammer Strength Chest, Shoulders, Tris, Back Width, Back Thickness H.S. Incline Bench - 129lbs on each side, 9/3/1 RP (each set is to failure, 15 breath break, and back at it) Machine Fly - 140lbs SS 1x12 - serious burn with these. Only had a short rest after the last RP set on the inclines). Extreme Stretches H.S. Shoulder Press - 85lbs on each side, 10/5/2 RPs DB Laterals - 20lbs SS 1x15 - buuurrrnnn baby burn Extreme Stretches H.S. Dips - 274lbs 10/4/3 RPs Cable Pressdowns - 72.5lbs SS 1x15. Burrrn! Extreme Stretches Medium Grip Pulldowns - 170lbs 11/5/3 RPs. I was suprisingly strong on these and should have gone higher than 170. T-Bar Rows - 180lbs 2 SS 1x10. 1x8 No aparatus, and little room to put the bar in the corner. So I jam the bar under a support on the power rack and place a couple of 45's on the end to hold it down. The range of motion is a bit limited, so I'm kinda hunkered down to do these (bent at the knees more than normal). I think if I had a better set up, I would have been able to do more weight. I'll have to work on these. Like I said before, I felt nice and strong tonight. The head trainer of the place was watching me and asked me a bunch of questions about what I was doing. That felt good. Then he asked if I was going to enter the local NPC (?) show in April... I said HELL NO! But, it was nice to hear anyway. Later, folks! __________________ Mark 2008 IMPC - Open and MIP Team Scivation The body cannot follow if the mind has not been there first. Know that you can make it happen. Visualize it happening. Your body will have no choice but to follow. It's not enough to think it; you have to live it. Feel it. If success is not your objective, it's OK to go ahead and quit when things get tough. But if you truly want this, you'll never give up. Always do the best you can and never lose faith in yourself. Branch Warren.

11-01-2007, 12:44 AM	#2
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11-01-2007, 01:07 AM	#3
justtryn IMPC Contestant Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 317 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 12	Re: Justtryn is try'n to get big Thanks for stopping by, Crader! Beautiful women are always welcome here! __________________ Mark 2008 IMPC - Open and MIP Team Scivation The body cannot follow if the mind has not been there first. Know that you can make it happen. Visualize it happening. Your body will have no choice but to follow. It's not enough to think it; you have to live it. Feel it. If success is not your objective, it's OK to go ahead and quit when things get tough. But if you truly want this, you'll never give up. Always do the best you can and never lose faith in yourself. Branch Warren.

11-05-2007, 04:27 PM	#6
justtryn IMPC Contestant Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 317 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 12	Re: Justtryn is try'n to get big Sunday's workout - got off track last week. Hybrid - Chest, Delts, Tris, Back width and thickness RP = Rest Pause SS= Straight Set H.S.= Hammer Strength H.S. Decline Bench - 128lbs on each side - 10/6/4 RPs - should have been heavier Machine Flyes - 140lbs 1x15 SS Extreme stretches Seated DB Shoulder Press - 55lbs 10/5/5 RP. Should have been heavier. Rear Delt Machine - 140lbs 1x12 SS Extreme Stretches Cable Skull Crushers - 77.5lbs 9/5/3 RP Overhead Rope Extensions - 72.5 1x10 SS Extreme Stretches Rack Chins - BW only. 12/6/4 RP Should have added weight, but forgot my Grizzly belt today. Rack Deads - warm up set 135lbs 1x8. Working sets 225lbs 1x12 SS, 245lbs 1x10 SS Extreme Stretches That's it for now. Later! __________________ Mark 2008 IMPC - Open and MIP Team Scivation The body cannot follow if the mind has not been there first. Know that you can make it happen. Visualize it happening. Your body will have no choice but to follow. It's not enough to think it; you have to live it. Feel it. If success is not your objective, it's OK to go ahead and quit when things get tough. But if you truly want this, you'll never give up. Always do the best you can and never lose faith in yourself. Branch Warren.

11-05-2007, 08:04 PM	#8
justtryn IMPC Contestant Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 317 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 12	Re: Justtryn is try'n to get big I don't want to scare anyone... or give them fits of laughter! __________________ Mark 2008 IMPC - Open and MIP Team Scivation The body cannot follow if the mind has not been there first. Know that you can make it happen. Visualize it happening. Your body will have no choice but to follow. It's not enough to think it; you have to live it. Feel it. If success is not your objective, it's OK to go ahead and quit when things get tough. But if you truly want this, you'll never give up. Always do the best you can and never lose faith in yourself. Branch Warren.

11-05-2007, 08:52 PM	#9
emjay New Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 9 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 0	Re: Justtryn is try'n to get big Nice work, JT! How are things going for you, quite well I'd guess by the looks of it? Nice to see another familiar name here..... Mark (aka Gunn27 from the other place )

11-05-2007, 10:38 PM	#10
justtryn IMPC Contestant Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 317 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 12	Re: Justtryn is try'n to get big Hey Mark! Nice to see you here! Thanks for dropping by!! __________________ Mark 2008 IMPC - Open and MIP Team Scivation The body cannot follow if the mind has not been there first. Know that you can make it happen. Visualize it happening. Your body will have no choice but to follow. It's not enough to think it; you have to live it. Feel it. If success is not your objective, it's OK to go ahead and quit when things get tough. But if you truly want this, you'll never give up. Always do the best you can and never lose faith in yourself. Branch Warren.

11-09-2007, 04:57 AM	#15
justtryn IMPC Contestant Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 317 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 12	Re: Justtryn is try'n to get big Another Hybrid training day... Biceps, forearms, calves, Hams, Quads RP=Rest Pause sets SS= Straight Set H.S.=Hammer Strength Machine DB Curls - 45lbs 12/5/4. RP - should have had a higher weight to start given the high number on the first set. DB Hammer Curls - 35lbs 1x12, 1x10 SS Extreme Stretches H.S. Calf Press - 270lbs 10 reps SS - dc style - exploding extension, slow back and hold the stretch position for count of 15. I'd forgotten how these hurt. H.S. Calf Press - 270lbs 1x25, SS. Normal movement to failure. Gironda Leg Curls - 100lbs 1x15, 1x12, SS Extreme Stretches Precor Leg Press - Heavy Set - 800 lbs for 8 reps. It's been a while since I've moved this much weight. Damn tough set tonight. That last one I was worried wasn't gonna get high enough to set the pins. 5 minute rest Precor Leg Press Widow Maker Set 620lbs for 18 reps. Barely got the last one up... knew it was time to quit or get smooshed. Normally, with my Hybrid program, I would have done a single set of 12 leg extensions, but decided my legs were fried. Extreme Stretches My legs feel like lead right now. I think that's a good thing... __________________ Mark 2008 IMPC - Open and MIP Team Scivation The body cannot follow if the mind has not been there first. Know that you can make it happen. Visualize it happening. Your body will have no choice but to follow. It's not enough to think it; you have to live it. Feel it. If success is not your objective, it's OK to go ahead and quit when things get tough. But if you truly want this, you'll never give up. Always do the best you can and never lose faith in yourself. Branch Warren.

11-10-2007, 02:23 AM	#16
justtryn IMPC Contestant Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 317 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 12	Re: Justtryn is try'n to get big Hybrid - Chest, Delts, Tris, Back Width, Back Thickness RP = Rest Pause SS = Straight Set H.S. = Hammer Strength H.S. Flat Bench - 144lbs on each side 8/3/1 RP back to where I left off on this in July. Machine Flyes - 145lbs 1x12 SS - up 5lbs Extreme Stretches Smith Shoulder Press - 155lbs 10/6/4 RP - should have been a bit higher on the weight given the 10 reps on the first pass. Side Laterals - 20lbs 1x12 SS - slow, strict form. Extreme Stretches Smith CGBP - 185lbs 8/4/3 RP I really don't like the particular Smith machines at my gym... the bar is difficult to hold in place. Cable Rope Pressdowns - 72.5lbs 2x12 Extreme Stretches Close Grip Pulldowns - 170lbs 8/8/5 RP (sort of) - MP3 player died after the first set thus the longer rest and more reps on the second RP. Straight Arm Pressdowns - 90lbs 1x12 Cable Rows - 1x10, 1x8 SS. Not happy with this one. Should have had more reps on the second straight set... just out of energy and couldn't do it. FYI - I always finish up with immediate post workout carbs (either dried pineapple, natty applesauce, or a banana, 4 BCAA caps, and 50 grams of protein drink. That's it for now - more fun tomorrow. Oh, by the way, I seem to be leaning out a bit, at least according to the mirror. Down 2lbs on the scale from 9 days ago, but it "looks" like more. Dunno... must be getting blind. Later! __________________ Mark 2008 IMPC - Open and MIP Team Scivation The body cannot follow if the mind has not been there first. Know that you can make it happen. Visualize it happening. Your body will have no choice but to follow. It's not enough to think it; you have to live it. Feel it. If success is not your objective, it's OK to go ahead and quit when things get tough. But if you truly want this, you'll never give up. Always do the best you can and never lose faith in yourself. Branch Warren.