SmileyEH's Log

[SmileyEH]

I rule at updating this log. Been sticking with Starr's 5x5 progression. This was the last week of "accumulation" so in theory every 5rep lift has been matching a PR. In reality I think my strength has improved because usually my predicted 1rm from 5rm or whatever is lower in reality and vice versa. On Tuesday I did 3x400m and 30 muscle ups for time (17min).

Bench: Worked up to triple at 185. Felt very easy even though I added 3lbs to the prescribed weight. This was a former 3rep PR so bench has def. improved.

Back Squat: Worked up to triple at 270. Very tough. Hopefully I can get the 5 reps called for on Monday.

Pendlay Row: Worked up to triple at 165. Not bad.

Dips:
7x45
7x50
7x55

Barbell Curls (mixed in with dips):
8x95
7x95
6x95

The program calls for 3x8 of dips and barbell curls, but I don't like that rep range too much. I started 3 weeks ago with 5x45 etc. on the dips and added a rep for each set each week. If next week is successful at 8reps I'll bump every set up 5lbs and start over at 5 reps. Barbell Curls I just guessed a weight as I've never done them before. Figure I'll work until I can get 8 on all 3 sets and then add some weight.