natureboygrower
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Impressive. That's a good amount of pull ups. With the capability of doing that many reps, I'd start incorporating weighted pull ups if you haven't yet.
Any other gym rats out there?
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natureboygrower
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I pick up any free weights I come across. I have a small gym ( free weights only) in an office I've been adding to over the last 10 years. My wife and I use standard plates ( 1" holes) and I recently found these old plates at a family members. They were in such rough shape I didn't notice they were originally gold. The dimples on them were different then what I've seen and figured they were old. After a quick Google search I found a pair of 10's on Ebay for $100. Vintage Billiard plates from the 70's I'd guess. Cleaned up nice and now part of the home gym.
jimihendrix1
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Another thing one can do, as per Arnold.
Divide the Pullup, into 2 different parts. The Initial Pull/Halfway, and Halfway, to the Top of the movement.
And he used weights. 6-8 reps.
Do reps from full extension, to halfway up for x amount of sets. Then do sets from Halfway up, until peak contraction.
Finish off, with full reps. Try and keep reps up to 6-12 for full reps. If you can do more, add weight.
Another tip.
Dont just go up, and down, mindlessly. Say youre doing full reps.
Slightly lean back, and pull your Lower Chest, towards the bar. Stop DEAD-at the top, contract your back muscles, by using your brain, and mind/muscle connection. then try to pinch your scapula together,,,,, SLOWLY, Lower yourself. Stop Dead, pull as hard as possible, to the top of the movement, Stop Dead. Contract Back Muscles. Slowly Lower- Repeat.
Start from a dead hang, Pull as hard as possible, throughout the movement, to the top.
But, all exercises should have a Start, and dead stop portion, to make sure 1000% no momentum, is used. Now, after one cannot move a weight, on certain exercises, if no training partner, one can cheat a bit, to grind out 1-3 more reps, you couldnt do, without, cheating. But, only cheat just enough, to make the complete rep. Curls, are a good example. Dumbbell laterals.
A Bench tip. From Franco Colombu.
Always warm up, with light DUMBELLS.
The reasoning for this is?? The Bicipital Tendon, runs from the Shoulder/front delt, through what is called the Bicipital Groove, down to the elbow joint. This Tendon, is often Not Seated, in the Bicipital Groove, and when one does Barbell Bench. It Potentially Compromises the tendon, and over time, can cause Tendonitis, arthritis, tendon rupture, and other injuries.
Dumbbell warmup, allows the tendon, to become seated, in the groove, as dumbbells provide a much wider range of motion, and is conductive, to seating the tendon properly. 2-3 light warmup sets. 15-20 reps.
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natureboygrower
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Great tips on the pull ups. Lot to be said for body weight exercises. I will look to incorporate some of those. I'm currently working on a new exercise plan. PPLS have been beating me up lately.
Are those db warm ups a curl movement or db bench press? Funny you posted about that, I've got a wicked case of tendinitis in my left elbow atm( which feels like is running up my bicep) I've had to take the last week off from working out, and it doesn't feel much better. I'm not taking much more time off though, I'm just gonna have to work around it. Thanks for the info.
Are those db warm ups a curl movement or db bench press? Funny you posted about that, I've got a wicked case of tendinitis in my left elbow atm( which feels like is running up my bicep) I've had to take the last week off from working out, and it doesn't feel much better. I'm not taking much more time off though, I'm just gonna have to work around it. Thanks for the info.
curlytop
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I did start doing weighted pullups ... now I usually mix up my sets of no weighed and weighted together. At the moment I add 70lbs and try to do 8 to 10 reps . Then rest take a break then do no weights. A d see how many I can do .
Some days I focus on one arm pull up training. When I feel good I can do 1 at a time. I want to eventually do 5 or 10 on each side would be a great Improvement.
I have a pulley set up to do one arm pull up training with a rolling handle on the pulley with 5 - 30 lbs added to help me do the one arm pull up and get more reps in .
jimihendrix1
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Dumbbell Bench Presses, to seat the Bicipital Tendon, into the Bicipital Groove.
jimihendrix1
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While Im older now-66, Ive always trained for Function vs just for pure strength. Thats why I do a ton, of bodyweight exercises, though, I do add weights to them. I also make sure, I do explosive/Plyometric exercises, because as you age, one of the first things to go, is explosiveness. Another thing to go, is Flexibility. Ive also done stretching exercises for at least 30 minutes per day-7 days a week, for 45+ years.
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Baseball Hall Of Fame
"Commitment to this program is something that requires hard work and dedication. Use of this program will have a positive effect on both the athlete and non athlete's life style".
Bob Boone
Two Time Golden Glove Award
Four Time All Star *Manager Of The Year
What The Pro's Say...
Gus Hoefling"s
Championship Conditioning Program
DVD
. Visit Gus Hoefling's Store NOW!
P.O. Box 1086 Indian Rocks Beach, FL. 33785
Gus Hoefling's
Championship Conditioning
*Still The Standard Of Excellence*
This program is specifically designed to increase the athlete's total body strength and flexibility. It will also serve to strengthen the cardiovascular system. The DVD should be used as a daily workout.
The program begins with a five minute introduction by Hall of Fame member Mike Schmidt. It then flows into a forty minute workout demonstrated by one of Gus's students. Not only does Gus coach the athlete while the workout is in progress he also provides a voice over narrative in order to help you further understand the exercises. After this portion of the DVD a series of supplementary exercise are introduced which may be inserted into the main program as the athlete improves. The DVD concludes with comments from some of Gus's more notable students.
This DVD is the original version that has remained unchanged since its inception in 1983. There is no tight workout wear music or additions. It is the original program and simply involves very hard work
The man ,the myth,
the Legend
" In order to win the Cy Young Award a pitcher must be able to remain injury free. He must have strength, stamina and flexibility. I believe Gus's program can help an athlete stay strong and keep him out of the trainers room".
John Denny
Cy Young Award Winner
Gus Hoefling's
Championship Conditioning
Gus is a man who has spent the majority of his life studying the martial Arts. Through his extensive knowledge of the human body and the human spirit he has developed the most successful sports conditioning program in the world.
His services have been used by a variety of professional sports franchises including the Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Rams, Philadelphia Eagles, Phoenix Suns and the Philadelphia Phillies. Those who have followed major league baseball closely throughout the years are certainly familiar with the name Gus Hoefling. For over 15 years Gus worked as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Philadelphia Phillies. His success with many notable players such as Hall of Fame pitcher Steve Carlton among many others has been well documented.
During this time the team won numerous division titles and making it to the World Series on two occasions capturing the 1980 World Series! Gus is the only Martial Artist to have been awarded a World Series Ring!
From the top of the roster to the bottom athletes have made dramatic gains in on the field performance and have increased career longevity through hard work and dedication to this program. Today "Gus Hoefling's Championship Conditioning Program can be found on the shelves of many of the nations top universities.
" I believe that a complete conditioning program worked at year round is absolutely necessary for a professional athlete. I only wish I had the benefit of Gus's knowledge throughout my whole career".
Don Sutton
Baseball Hall Of Fame
The Man...
Born in America's heartland,a product of Midwestern values and work ethic.
The Myth...
Gus does not live in seclusion in a mythical cave.
"Commitment to this program is something that requires hard work and dedication. Use of this program will have a positive effect on both the athlete and non athlete's life style".
Bob Boone
Two Time Golden Glove Award
Four Time All Star *Manager Of The Year
I sincerely believe that anyone can make great strength and flexibility gains in this program. I have tried other methods and by far this has worked this best for me".
Steve Carlton
Baseball Hall Of Fame
Four Time Cy Young Award Winner
Gus Hoefling's program of strength and flexibility permitted me to extend my career and exceed my expectations. His dedication is in large part the reason the Phillies were World Champions".
Tim McCarver
Baseball's Premier TV Analyst
Baseball Hall Of Fame
I have considered the time spent with Gus Hoefling and his program most gratifying. The strength gains I have made have been tremendous. This program is hard but it produces champions".
Mike Schmidt
Baseball Hall Of Fame
National League MVP
10 Time Golden Glove Winner
Another program I highly recommend, and is a very tough, functional results producing program.
"Gus Hoefling's program of strength and flexibility permitted me to extend my career and exceed my expectations. His dedication is in large part the reason the Phillies were World Champions".
Tim McCarver
Baseball's Premier TV Analyst
Baseball Hall Of Fame
"Commitment to this program is something that requires hard work and dedication. Use of this program will have a positive effect on both the athlete and non athlete's life style".
Bob Boone
Two Time Golden Glove Award
Four Time All Star *Manager Of The Year
What The Pro's Say...
Gus Hoefling"s
Championship Conditioning Program
DVD
. Visit Gus Hoefling's Store NOW!
P.O. Box 1086 Indian Rocks Beach, FL. 33785
Gus Hoefling's
Championship Conditioning
*Still The Standard Of Excellence*
This program is specifically designed to increase the athlete's total body strength and flexibility. It will also serve to strengthen the cardiovascular system. The DVD should be used as a daily workout.
The program begins with a five minute introduction by Hall of Fame member Mike Schmidt. It then flows into a forty minute workout demonstrated by one of Gus's students. Not only does Gus coach the athlete while the workout is in progress he also provides a voice over narrative in order to help you further understand the exercises. After this portion of the DVD a series of supplementary exercise are introduced which may be inserted into the main program as the athlete improves. The DVD concludes with comments from some of Gus's more notable students.
This DVD is the original version that has remained unchanged since its inception in 1983. There is no tight workout wear music or additions. It is the original program and simply involves very hard work
The man ,the myth,
the Legend
" In order to win the Cy Young Award a pitcher must be able to remain injury free. He must have strength, stamina and flexibility. I believe Gus's program can help an athlete stay strong and keep him out of the trainers room".
John Denny
Cy Young Award Winner
Gus Hoefling's
Championship Conditioning
Gus is a man who has spent the majority of his life studying the martial Arts. Through his extensive knowledge of the human body and the human spirit he has developed the most successful sports conditioning program in the world.
His services have been used by a variety of professional sports franchises including the Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Rams, Philadelphia Eagles, Phoenix Suns and the Philadelphia Phillies. Those who have followed major league baseball closely throughout the years are certainly familiar with the name Gus Hoefling. For over 15 years Gus worked as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Philadelphia Phillies. His success with many notable players such as Hall of Fame pitcher Steve Carlton among many others has been well documented.
During this time the team won numerous division titles and making it to the World Series on two occasions capturing the 1980 World Series! Gus is the only Martial Artist to have been awarded a World Series Ring!
From the top of the roster to the bottom athletes have made dramatic gains in on the field performance and have increased career longevity through hard work and dedication to this program. Today "Gus Hoefling's Championship Conditioning Program can be found on the shelves of many of the nations top universities.
" I believe that a complete conditioning program worked at year round is absolutely necessary for a professional athlete. I only wish I had the benefit of Gus's knowledge throughout my whole career".
Don Sutton
Baseball Hall Of Fame
The Man...
Born in America's heartland,a product of Midwestern values and work ethic.
The Myth...
Gus does not live in seclusion in a mythical cave.
"Commitment to this program is something that requires hard work and dedication. Use of this program will have a positive effect on both the athlete and non athlete's life style".
Bob Boone
Two Time Golden Glove Award
Four Time All Star *Manager Of The Year
I sincerely believe that anyone can make great strength and flexibility gains in this program. I have tried other methods and by far this has worked this best for me".
Steve Carlton
Baseball Hall Of Fame
Four Time Cy Young Award Winner
Gus Hoefling's program of strength and flexibility permitted me to extend my career and exceed my expectations. His dedication is in large part the reason the Phillies were World Champions".
Tim McCarver
Baseball's Premier TV Analyst
Baseball Hall Of Fame
I have considered the time spent with Gus Hoefling and his program most gratifying. The strength gains I have made have been tremendous. This program is hard but it produces champions".
Mike Schmidt
Baseball Hall Of Fame
National League MVP
10 Time Golden Glove Winner
I'm a big fan of weighted vest workouts myself. Max is 60lb for pullups at the moment!