Getting strong like bull - like pimpin - ain't easy

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First entry in the training log. Been training for about a year. Started with SL5x5, squatting all wrong, farting around a lot. Been serious about it for 8 months or so. Switched from SS to Madcow about 6 weeks ago.

31 years old, 6'2'', 235 lbs at the moment
Estimated 1RMs:
SQ: 365
DL: 425
BP: 255
P: 155
I need to learn how to power clean.

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11/28/2011 - Monday

Coming back from a vacation week where I only worked out Wednesday (did SQ 305x5 beltless, Dips 67.5x5, DL worked up to 415x1). Left elbow pain is next to nonexistent after the rest.

SQ 305x5
Felt form deteriorate on last rep. Lost back extension about half way up.
Did lots of doorway streches and dislocations before squatting. Arms and elbows were pretty comfortable throughout squatting, and no pain after workout. This is good!

BP 220x5
Last rep was tough, but probably had one more in the tank. BP has been progressing nicely for a while now.

Row 200x5
Need to learn how to power clean. I don't know how to enforce good form on this lift.

Chins 6 - 5 - 5
These felt decent. No elbow pain helps!


The gym has gotten way busy in the last few weeks. Had a guy ask if I was using the manpon, and then put it on the bar to do 95 lb quarter squats, backwards so he was re-racking the weight behind him.

Tuesday: Sore glutes and lats. Feels good.