(Photo: The subtleties of brutality.)
3 x 3 @ 85% of 2RM
3 x 7 @ 65% of 2RM, each with a full 3/1000 in lock-out
Rest as needed between sets. If a set requires interruption, make as minor a weight adjustment as possible prior to the next. When scheme is listed as “3 x 7″, it always refers to “Sets” x “Reps”. Reminder: Position and organized execution always govern weight, and “locked out” always includes a rigid stop of motion.
Today: Perform 5 Inchworm and 5 pull-up immediately following each set of bench press, and rest as needed after the three movements are complete.
Then, 3 rounds of:
10 Kettlebell “Short swing” @ (up to) 85% of 5RM
:20 sec. rest
10 calories Airdyne @ 100%
10 Inchworm
20 Walking lunge @ 15lb. W, 25lb. M (use bumper plate)
:20 sec. rest
Keep rest to designated duration, and hustle in movement transitions. Airdyne calories are a sprint, not a jog;
Visible drop in effort/ “Victim face”: 20 additional calories for the group; Never be the catalyst for “extra credit”.
“Short swing” simply denotes a heavy, short-range kettlebell swing with the intent of safely driving as much weight as structurally possible to just below chin height. Today, use weight designated above.
Kettlebell swing reminder: If we lose our strong hinge, back rounds, or legs fail to snap straight in the “drive” portion of the movement, adjust accordingly and continue safely.
And then, “Time under tension”:
L- hang/ knees-up hang + 50 cat/ cow stretch
Use any grip you choose in hang, and switch between them as needed. Remember: Hanging in a half-bicep curl is going to make you feel a lot heavier than you are. Use global structure, not regional strength, to support a challenging position for an extended duration. Accumulate at least two minutes, and take as few breaks as possible.
Reminder! (Almost) all movements referenced above are linked to high-quality video demonstrations/ explanations!
Please use them to your advantage!