Jay Max Log (Switching from BB to PL and a place to BS)

[jaymaximus]

I find that when it comes to getting stronger, whether or not a person competes, is that we're all really just in competition with ourselves.

I know you were joking about quitting but use others accomplishments as motivation to reach YOUR goals. If you keep going, you'll be amazed at how far and how strong you've become. Don't get discouraged!

BTW, hows that squat depth coming along??

Yeah. I was joking. Im def motivated seeing all the PRs. But the way my program works Im really not setting any 1RMs for awhile. Still gotta work myself up. Im more focused on trying to get in the 1000 lb club by the end of this month.
Squat depth is good (IMO). Ill have to post videos soon. I record myself on each set and watch while im resting so I can make adjustments right away. Its helped a lot.

But seriously, Im going to need everyone to slow down!

 

[theprodgicalson]

Fuck 1RM! I'd much rather set 3,5,8 rep maxes all day. So much more fun. Don't get me wrong, 1RM is Fucking exhilarating, but I was more stoked at pulling 425 for 8 then 535.

The thing Ive come to learn about getting strong is that you have to work with sub maximal weight frequently in order to increase your maximal weights. You don't burn out your CNS as fast this way either.

The other thing you HAVE to do is follow whatever program you're doing to a T. Not extra exercises, no adding weight or subbing this lift for that lift. If you follow Texas Method exactly how it is laid out for the next 3 months I guarantee you'll be a hell of a lot stronger. And keep running that to the wheels fall off. No need to change up what's still getting you stronger. Keep your form tight and be brutally honest with yourself and you'll be a Fucking beastly before you know it.

Also, how many carbs are you taking in daily?

 

[jaymaximus]

Fuck 1RM! I'd much rather set 3,5,8 rep maxes all day. So much more fun. Don't get me wrong, 1RM is Fucking exhilarating, but I was more stoked at pulling 425 for 8 then 535.

The thing Ive come to learn about getting strong is that you have to work with sub maximal weight frequently in order to increase your maximal weights. You don't burn out your CNS as fast this way either.

The other thing you HAVE to do is follow whatever program you're doing to a T. Not extra exercises, no adding weight or subbing this lift for that lift. If you follow Texas Method exactly how it is laid out for the next 3 months I guarantee you'll be a hell of a lot stronger. And keep running that to the wheels fall off. No need to change up what's still getting you stronger. Keep your form tight and be brutally honest with yourself and you'll be a Fucking beastly before you know it.

Also, how many carbs are you taking in daily?

I can get with that. Guess I better stop BSing with the program (shh...dont tell @Docd187123).

Right now Im at about 525 - 550g a day on carbs. I was at 600 but was trying to cut down a little while still keeping cals at 6k.

 

[Docd187123]

I can get with that. Guess I better stop BSing with the program (shh...dont tell @Docd187123).

Right now Im at about 525 - 550g a day on carbs. I was at 600 but was trying to cut down a little while still keeping cals at 6k.

I'm the program nazi yelling out YNDTP (you're not doing the program) lol

 

[theprodgicalson]

Doc is right tho, you wanna reep the benefits you best be listening and following along. I look at it like this, say you were in the Marine Corps. Now, if your warrant officer told you to do something, because your life could/would depend on it at some point, are you gonna follow exactly what he tells you to do?

 

[jaymaximus]

I'm the program nazi yelling out YNDTP (you're not doing the program) lol

Doc is right tho, you wanna reep the benefits you best be listening and following along. I look at it like this, say you were in the Marine Corps. Now, if your warrant officer told you to do something, because your life could/would depend on it at some point, are you gonna follow exactly what he tells you to do?

I joke about Doc. But he's helped a lot and keeps me honest. Thats exactly what I need. He's my hero.

And interestingly enough, my job is A LOT like being in the marine corps...only better (@gr8whitetrukker).

 

[Docd187123]

I joke about Doc. But he's helped a lot and keeps me honest. Thats exactly what I need. He's my hero.

And interestingly enough, my job is A LOT like being in the marine corps...only better (@gr8whitetrukker).

I think now that Jay has seen me naked he doesn't respect me anymore

 

[jaymaximus]

Doc is right tho, you wanna reep the benefits you best be listening and following along. I look at it like this, say you were in the Marine Corps. Now, if your warrant officer told you to do something, because your life could/would depend on it at some point, are you gonna follow exactly what he tells you to do?

Ive always had the problem of not being able to "see the forest through the trees"

 

[jaymaximus]

I think now that Jay has seen me naked he doesn't respect me anymore

I actually respect you more

 

[gr8whitetrukker]

I joke about Doc. But he's helped a lot and keeps me honest. Thats exactly what I need. He's my hero.

And interestingly enough, my job is A LOT like being in the marine corps...only better (@gr8whitetrukker).

Everything is BETTER than the marine corps.
By better I mean plush, relaxed, easy and far less bullshit. Doesn't mean I don't love it tho

 

[jaymaximus]

Everything is BETTER than the marine corps.
By better I mean plush, relaxed, easy and far less bullshit. Doesn't mean I don't love it tho

Lmao. I know bro. I figured id tag you since youre a Marine (yall do say once a Marine always a Marine, right?) and he mentioned them. I love all the services...but the coast guard. Even though I cant wait to be done eventually and never shave again...anything. Im gonna move to the woods, up my Test dose to an outrageous level and become a sasquatch! Its nice to dream...

 

[gr8whitetrukker]

You may not realize it now but you will some day. Life is "easy" when your on the govt payroll. Yes the jobs do pay less than comparative civi occupations but with free health care and free housing thrown in it quickly becomes no contest. I think most at some point look back and say, I wish I just did my 20

 

[insertnamehere]

Bumping this shit to demand a squat vid showing depth!

 

[Masters Power]

Fuck 1RM! I'd much rather set 3,5,8 rep maxes all day. So much more fun. Don't get me wrong, 1RM is Fucking exhilarating, but I was more stoked at pulling 425 for 8 then 535.

The thing Ive come to learn about getting strong is that you have to work with sub maximal weight frequently in order to increase your maximal weights. You don't burn out your CNS as fast this way either.

The other thing you HAVE to do is follow whatever program you're doing to a T. Not extra exercises, no adding weight or subbing this lift for that lift. If you follow Texas Method exactly how it is laid out for the next 3 months I guarantee you'll be a hell of a lot stronger. And keep running that to the wheels fall off. No need to change up what's still getting you stronger. Keep your form tight and be brutally honest with yourself and you'll be a Fucking beastly before you know it.

Also, how many carbs are you taking in daily?

425x8 won't be more exhilarating that 600x1!!

 

[Masters Power]

I can get with that. Guess I better stop BSing with the program (shh...dont tell @Docd187123).

Right now Im at about 525 - 550g a day on carbs. I was at 600 but was trying to cut down a little while still keeping cals at 6k.

Doc is right. There is a time when modifying a program due to injuries or to get extra work in on weaknesses makes some sense but that time isn't when you first start powerlifting.

 

[jaymaximus]

Today's Workout:
5RM aka Encore/Numb

Squats:
Warmup
175 x 5 why 175? Someone left it on the barbell

225 x 3

Started where I ended last week
270 x 5 (almost took myself out here. I had on my "mask" to make a video showing my form/depth and I couldnt breath right. Had to put the bar down and take it off)
275 x 5
280 x 5
I knew that was it. But its a 10lb increase.

Decided I would go for one try at 300...and I got it. Felt good about myself.

Paused Bench
Warmup
185 x 3
225 x 3

275 x 5
280 x 4.5
I was a little upset here. I seem to be getting better at squats and DL, but Im just not seeing much bench improvement. Any suggestions?

I decided to try at 315 x 1...and got it...easily. Actually my spotter almost pissed me off because I was at my pause at the bottom and he tried to help me up. Like someone else said, I wish I'd put a few more lbs on, but 315 is my best since I was sick. At this point I was feeling really good!

DL
Warmup
225 x 3

275 x 5
285 x 5
295 x 5
That was it...
But it wasnt, because I decided to try for a new PR.
Just one attempt at 350 x 1...and I got it! Part of me wanted to try for more, but I figured enough was enough.

Incline Weighted Situps
30 lbs x 50

I know I deviated from the program trying the 1RMs, but I was feeling good today and I kind of needed it for my ego. I see the program is working, and from now on Im all over it...like Cosby on a sleeping woman! Or white on rice, whichever is least offensive.

Heres a vid of my warmup @insertnamehere



And a pic of my DL PR



And a pic of my completely unhealthy after workout meal. Personal Pizza, triple chicken, triple beef, no sauce...

 

[Seven]

Squats:
Warmup
175 x 5 why 175? Someone left it on the barbell

225 x 3

Started where I ended last week
270 x 5 (almost took myself out here. I had on my "mask" to make a video showing my form/depth and I couldnt breath right. Had to put the bar down and take it off)
275 x 5
280 x 5
I knew that was it. But its a 10lb increase.

Decided I would go for one try at 300...and I got it. Felt good about myself.

Do you think you went low enough??? I'm sure they're gonna tell you...you did not.

Paused Bench
Warmup
185 x 3
225 x 3

275 x 5
280 x 4.5
I was a little upset here. I seem to be getting better at squats and DL, but Im just not seeing much bench improvement. Any suggestions?

I decided to try at 315 x 1...and got it...easily. Actually my spotter almost pissed me off because I was at my pause at the bottom and he tried to help me up. Like someone else said, I wish I'd put a few more lbs on, but 315 is my best since I was sick. At this point I was feeling really good!

315....good shit man!!!

And a pic of my DL PR
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And a pic of my completely unhealthy after workout meal. Personal Pizza, triple chicken, triple beef, no sauce...
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Your vein game is real!!! Can't remember the last time I had pizza....looks awesome!!

 

[jaymaximus]

Do you think you went low enough??? I'm sure they're gonna tell you...you did not.

Im sure I need to get a lower. I actually think I did on my 5RMs once I was warmed up, but I cant wear the face cover because I cant breath with it on (so no vids). Ive never been an ass to grass guy, but hopefully Im pretty close to parallel.

I dont eat pizza much, but I worked out so late today and didnt want to wait to eat. Oddly enough I like pizza but hate pizza sauce, they look at you crazy at any place when you order a pizza with toppings and no sauce.

 

[Seven]

Im sure I need to get a lower. I actually think I did on my 5RMs once I was warmed up, but I cant wear the face cover because I cant breath with it on (so no vids). Ive never been an ass to grass guy, but hopefully Im pretty close to parallel.

I dont eat pizza much, but I worked out so late today and didnt want to wait to eat. Oddly enough I like pizza but hate pizza sauce, they look at you crazy at any place when you order a pizza with toppings and no sauce.

Man I ain't hating on your squats. The first one was close to parallel....but then they got worse, sorry brother. I think its not being flexible enough in the hip flexor area...if that make sense. I have the same problem. Maybe on the days you feel like hitting the gym and its supposed to be an off day...go and work on mobility and stretching...just a thought.

No sauce WTF!!! What planet you from???

 

[jaymaximus]

Man I ain't hating on your squats. The first one was close to parallel....but then they got worse, sorry brother. I think its not being flexible enough in the hip flexor area...if that make sense. I have the same problem. Maybe on the days you feel like hitting the gym and its supposed to be an off day...go and work on mobility and stretching...just a thought.

No sauce WTF!!! What planet you from???

I am definetly the least flexible person I know. And its not close. Its the price I paid for putting on weight / muscle. At 180 I was good. At almost 230 I can barely hold a stretch. It doesnt help I dont really stretch before or after working out.

Pizza sauce gives me indigestion. So I didnt eat pizza at all for years. Finally I figured out just to have them take it off. It works out because my favorite part of pizza is the crust.