Aleli's Log - Zen Barbell Training

[Aleli]

Female, 34, weight 138 pounds, height 5'1"

I told my husband that if he started a log, I would move my log from the SS section to the competitive section. 4 months later, I'm keeping my word. lol

I've entered two meets:

APF/AAPF Summer Bash- 8/3/2013
Weight Class: 148
Weight: 144
Squat: 187.2 (85Kg)
Bench: 104.5 (47.5Kg)
DL: 225.7 (102.5Kg)
Total: 517.4 (235Kg)

2013 APF IL Raw Power Challenge - 12/8/2013
Weight Class: 148
Weight: 136.4
Squat: 203.7 (92.5Kg)
Bench: 110 (50Kg)
DL 236.7 (107.5Kg)
Total: 550.4 (250Kg)

My next meet will be the 2014 APF/AAPF Summer Bash in August. The goal is to compete in the 132 weight class.

I tend to let my nerves get the better of me when lifting heavy. This really impacts my performance, especially on squats. I've been working on approaching my lifts with a calm assertive attitude. Allowing my mind to believe my body can accomplish the lifts. My main goal is to keep having fun and not let anxiety rule.

[Aleli]

Thursday - 4/17/2014

Squat
235X1X1 - PR
215X1X3 - Rep PR
235: http://youtu.be/yaO7vRZ3Sfc
215: http://youtu.be/zWTmElKUZJ0

Bench
105X2X2
105X1X1

DL
245 - Fail
215 - Fail

I was not feeling great yesterday. I had the beginnings of a sinus infection. I could tell my body was attempting to fight it off. I decided to train anyway. I have today and tomorrow to sleep and recover.

[kessg]

Nice -- you are with the big boys (and gals) now!

[Aleli]

Nice -- you are with the big boys (and gals) now!

Yes! I liked my old log, but this is a good time to change it up a bit. Hope I can continue to update my lifts and move up in the rankings. Thank you for encouraging me to post my lifts there!

[carson]

Good thing that you posted a link from your old thread. I almost lost track. Good lifts. Fino noted that you well exceeded 200 on the Squat. Good for you. I also noticed that he has a DePaul shirt. My wife has a Masters degree from DePaul. I'll follow your log here.

[Viola]

Hey Aleli! I like your log title. I can relate to squat anxiety. Good luck channelling calm assertiveness while you lift.

[Aleli]

Thursday - 4/17/2014

Squat
235X1X1 - PR
215X1X3 - Rep PR
235: http://youtu.be/yaO7vRZ3Sfc
215: http://youtu.be/zWTmElKUZJ0

Bench
105X2X2
105X1X1

DL
245 - Fail
215 - Fail

I was not feeling great yesterday. I had the beginnings of a sinus infection. I could tell my body was attempting to fight it off. I decided to train anyway. I have today and tomorrow to sleep and recover.

I reviewed my log and I actually did lift 215 on the DL for one rep.

[Aleli]

Good thing that you posted a link from your old thread. I almost lost track. Good lifts. Fino noted that you well exceeded 200 on the Squat. Good for you. I also noticed that he has a DePaul shirt. My wife has a Masters degree from DePaul. I'll follow your log here.

Thanks for following, Carson! Good to hear you wife is a fellow Demon.

Hey Aleli! I like your log title. I can relate to squat anxiety. Good luck channelling calm assertiveness while you lift.

Thanks, Viola! My level of zen was really tested today. I'm improving though.

[Aleli]

Sunday - 4/20/14

Squats
205X3X3
205X1X1
185X2X5
http://youtu.be/lOra3bnn7pM
I'm still very congested which made it difficult to take a deep breath. My knees were also coming in a lot today.

Bench
95X1X3
oops too heavy
92X4X5

Dynamic deadlifts
135X10X1

[Aleli]

Tuesday - 4/22/2014

Squat
160X2X5

CGB
80X3X5
These were fun!

Prowler
20# -1 round
30# -6 rounds