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03-27-2013, 12:14 AM
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#25651 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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Originally Posted by instantneedles 
however, i will say that static stretching has not been as effective for me lately.
| Same! I just stretch my hip flexors, hamstrings and piriformis with 30 sec holds before I go to bed. I SMR (self myofascial release) everything else.
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03-27-2013, 12:26 AM
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#25652 | | I *Fwap* *Fwap* *Fwap* to RS
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03-27-2013, 12:26 AM
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#25653 | | RS controls my life!
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Originally Posted by instantneedles does it have a leg press at least? If yes, then just do it on the leg press
also dumbbell calf raises are less effective, but can still work the muscle if you know how to make the mind muscle connection
sit down, place a dumbbell in between your thighs, and raise you calfs in that position.
Doing it on a smith machine is also good because it locks the movement into position. | Yea it has a leg press so thats the only calf exercise I do.
Will try dumbbell calf raises
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03-27-2013, 12:27 AM
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#25654 | | I LOVE SQWAT
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Originally Posted by broken_arrow Anyway, back on track...
This week mark the beginning of Sheiko Week 3 for me. Here is my little review of the program:
I will start with Cons:
It is a very 3 dimensional program in a way as you just focus only on bench, squat and pull. Squat days are intense, but Smolov gave you a better feel of accomplishment as you increase the working weight every week. Sheiko on the other hand just keeps it at the same weight (or % of your max) for the duration of the program. Bench press intensity is lacking. I get through bench press with only 30 sec rest in between sets. Deadlift - again, you never get to push yourself as the weight always remains the same.
Now for Pros:
I started adjusting my 1 rms to increase the intensity and it became more fun. So basically during week 1, I made my calculations based on 95% of my 1 rm for all the lifts, for week 2 I used 100% and now I'm going for about 105%. What I am saying is for anyone thinking about doing this program, do not be afraid to experiment with your percentages. The major Pro for me was the addition of assistance exercises. Just like with Smolov, if the day was very lower body intensive, I do not do anything that would put extra stress on my spine. If it was bench focused, I do a lot of pulling exercises.
To be honest, I don't think I will continue with Sheiko after I'm done Week 4. I want to make my own routine that will be something like:
Monday - squat/bench
Tuesday - Ed Coans deadlift routine
Friday - squat variation/bench or push variation...
Another word of advice for anyone thinking of doing Sheiko, invest in a foam roller and a lacrosse/tennis ball! They have been instrumental in my recovery, even more so than stretching.
I'll report back after Week 5 as this is when I get to test for my PRs and see if there were any results from Sheiko... | My knowledge of Sheiko is still limited, but from what I understand Sheiko has many individual subprograms that were designed to be run in succession. You are doing 37 right? I think that is one of the earlier programs (after 29) and wasn't designed to be extremely challenging like Smolov. The earlier programs were meant to get you used to the increased volume. As you progress through the individual programs, they will become more challenging and that is when you will get into peak shape and start smashing PR's.
What I'm trying to say is, don't give up on Sheiko too soon!
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03-27-2013, 12:45 AM
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I wanna try some of the programs you guys are doing, but I'm just loving 5/3/1 too much to stop now.
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03-27-2013, 12:52 AM
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#25656 | | I LOVE SQWAT
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5/3/1 is as good as any program out there. Just gets boring eventually. But I'll be back on it one day.
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03-27-2013, 12:58 AM
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@ broken arrow ive been having the same dilemma sheiko dl days look lame. So ive been theory crafting replacing it with cp (dunno if it might toast your cns) or running vanilla 531 deadlifts. Im definitely running sheiko 27 with super high 1rm tho
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03-27-2013, 01:00 AM
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#25658 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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Originally Posted by red_sir My knowledge of Sheiko is still limited, but from what I understand Sheiko has many individual subprograms that were designed to be run in succession. You are doing 37 right? I think that is one of the earlier programs (after 29) and wasn't designed to be extremely challenging like Smolov. The earlier programs were meant to get you used to the increased volume. As you progress through the individual programs, they will become more challenging and that is when you will get into peak shape and start smashing PR's.
What I'm trying to say is, don't give up on Sheiko too soon! | Yup, #37. I know what you mean though. I will probably just do #32 right after as it seems to be the next step, and then make up my mind about Sheiko, haha.
EDIT: I will run #40! Seems like a good step up from #37
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03-27-2013, 01:02 AM
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#25659 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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Originally Posted by Sid Vicious @ broken arrow ive been having the same dilemma sheiko dl days look lame. So ive been theory crafting replacing it with cp (dunno if it might toast your cns) or running vanilla 531 deadlifts. Im definitely running sheiko 27 with super high 1rm tho
Posted via RS Mobile | I think that being flexible with the 1 rm is the key! I'm just starting to figure that out now, lol.
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03-27-2013, 01:03 AM
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anyone ever train a girl?
not fat or skinny, just looking to lean out a bit
i was thinking of putting them on stronglift
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03-27-2013, 01:13 AM
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#25661 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Originally Posted by jc95 anyone ever train a girl?
not fat or skinny, just looking to lean out a bit
i was thinking of putting them on stronglift | I get my gf to train with me sometimes. I put her through the big compounds movements and a few assistance afterwards.
On a sidenote, anyone doing the DTP workout? It looks interesting, i might get it a shot. Posted via RS Mobile | |
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03-27-2013, 01:14 AM
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Originally Posted by jc95 anyone ever train a girl?
not fat or skinny, just looking to lean out a bit
i was thinking of putting them on stronglift | I have. Make sure you do not mention much about size and mad strength gains. Some women can get sensitive about it.
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03-27-2013, 01:35 AM
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Originally Posted by LC21 I get my gf to train with me sometimes. I put her through the big compounds movements and a few assistance afterwards.
On a sidenote, anyone doing the DTP workout? It looks interesting, i might get it a shot.
Posted via RS Mobile | I know for a fact jordanl250 has before for deadlifts, i recall him mentioning it before. The guy deadlifts 585 at 170ish bw. Not saying its the reason why he has such a strong lift, but who knows, it might have contributed a bit Posted via RS Mobile | |
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03-27-2013, 02:06 AM
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was able to finish the last heavy day for smolov with little to no pain, thursday is gonna be the last workout but it'll be fairly easy.
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03-27-2013, 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by L0uie69 was able to finish the last heavy day for smolov with little to no pain, thursday is gonna be the last workout but it'll be fairly easy. | Nice. What weight did you finish with?
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03-27-2013, 09:57 AM
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#25666 | | I Wanna Go Fast!
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Originally Posted by bmwx1 You guys can stay in your bubble and kissing each other asses. |  Cheeseburgers don't count
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03-27-2013, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by The_Situation Nice. What weight did you finish with? | 370 for 3 sets of 4. kept praying after every rep that my ribs wont go on this rep
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03-27-2013, 02:40 PM
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#25668 | | I contribute to threads in the offtopic forum
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Originally Posted by bmwx1 of course you won't be nice. No one has been nice. Whether I look shit or not, I know what works, I didn't come out as an E-trainer, red sir started bashing on stuff and aggravated it , all I did was offering my opinion. Oh I'm sorry truth hurts again? You guys just like agreeing with everyone else with what they say in their posts huh? Maybe grow a pair of nuts and voice your opinion, haters gonna hate, better to be hated than to be liked.
Btw nice glasses, working out doesn't help you getting out of the glasses and poor facial aesthetics | 1. i have no idea what you're referring to as you posted nothing even remotely related to working out
2. opinions that are not based on empirical information are mostly trash, and should be treated as such Quote:
Originally Posted by jc95 anyone ever train a girl?
not fat or skinny, just looking to lean out a bit
i was thinking of putting them on stronglift | i train with my gf. vanilla 5x5 routine...make sure to try sumo dl before conventional
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03-27-2013, 05:35 PM
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#25669 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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^lol, I won't talk about something if I don't know about it. I didn't know about biceps, so I didn't even bother comment on what works for biceps. Tell me how is the heel strike during gait cycle (walking) different from a standard calve raise? Talking trash? I don't have time for that. You wanna continue? I was gonna stop. But if you wanna continue go ahead, I will play along.
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03-27-2013, 05:38 PM
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can someone help me with my knee problem?
i've always had it even before i lifted
my knees are always cracking and making sounds, but they never actually hurt
never had any pain, but the cracking and sounds makes me feel like their going to snap or something lol
also never had any injuries, it just bothers me
anyway i can fix it?
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03-27-2013, 05:40 PM
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I remember u saying u were quad dominant so i think you have a similar case to me. Ill show u my rehab program/exercises that has been working for me.
One thing I will say is that the cracking sound is fine. It's when theres pain accompanying the cracking that you should start worrying.
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03-27-2013, 05:51 PM
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ya never had any pain or any other problems with it
if its too much work to fix it or if its fine i'll just ignore it
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03-27-2013, 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by bmwx1 ^lol, I won't talk about something if I don't know about it. I didn't know about biceps, so I didn't even bother comment on what works for biceps. Tell me how is the heel strike during gait cycle (walking) different from a standard calve raise? Talking trash? I don't have time for that. You wanna continue? I was gonna stop. But if you wanna continue go ahead, I will play along. | Please. I tap out. Let's not continue this any longer... Posted via RS Mobile | |
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03-27-2013, 06:09 PM
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#25674 | | I STILL don't get it
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Originally Posted by jc95 can someone help me with my knee problem?
i've always had it even before i lifted
my knees are always cracking and making sounds, but they never actually hurt
never had any pain, but the cracking and sounds makes me feel like their going to snap or something lol
also never had any injuries, it just bothers me
anyway i can fix it? | have this too since forever. if i bend them they'll crack, if i lean on one foot for awhile it'll crack on the first bend. figured its something i'm just going to live with  | |
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03-27-2013, 07:09 PM
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#25675 | | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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Originally Posted by jc95 can someone help me with my knee problem?
i've always had it even before i lifted
my knees are always cracking and making sounds, but they never actually hurt
never had any pain, but the cracking and sounds makes me feel like their going to snap or something lol
also never had any injuries, it just bothers me
anyway i can fix it? | I've been getting a lot of cracking too. From what I heard, if there is no pain associated with cracking, you should be fine.
You should start foam rolling your IT Band. I bough a foam roller and FR my IT band + quads every night before bed time. I now rarely get cracking when I walk on even surface. However, the problem persists when I walk up and down hills/stairs.  | |
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