In today's max strength session I lifted 6lbs heavier than last week! I am improving at a fast rate although I know it won't last. This was also in spite of the fact that I am feeling a little sore because of the tabata workout I performed two days ago.
Yesterday I did pull-up progressions, 1 rep per minute for 20 minutes, and I must admit, I found it HARD! I really struggled for the last 5 minutes so I still have along way to go before I can knock out a few reps at a time.
The key to this is to stick at it, doing pull-ups is the best way to improve, today I did sets of jumping pull-ups and that is a good way to build pull-up strength.
I have a feeling that this particular part of the project could take several months.
Positive thinking and effort is the key to success!!!!!
Tomorrow is 50 burpee challenge day, will I do it in less than 12 minutes?
We shall see!!!!!
Thanks
Jamie
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This blog will chart my progress to ultimate strength and fitness. I aim to lose fat and gain muscle while training. I will create my own workouts while also using methods from other sources. This project will involve hard work and sacrifice. All this will be done in my own home has I have no time to go to the gym, I will always train alone. I do not have a big budget for expensive supplements or flashy equipment, their are no gimmicks or gadgets that I endorse, just dedication! By Jamie Wadman
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1 comment:
HI Jamie, another way to build up your pull up strength would be to do negative reps.
This is where you start the rep at the contracted stage, so when you have pulled up, but use all your strength to hold yourself up as long as possible. This is known as an isometric exercise. People are stronger on the lowering phase of a weight lift than the lifting phase. This is a great way to build up your strength and it will also solid up your biceps.
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