Hey, we all start somewhere man. I used to squat 60kg and go back with a sore that never ended.

haha. yea first time on sheiko. its not too bad already. probably because im used to the workload. bah im bullshi**ng abit. Some days I just feel like going home halfway. hahahah its all good though. week 7 already. A friend of mine who I train with says I don't look tired when I'm on sheiko. I was like wtf?

dunno, didnt try yet. maybe yes, maybe no. haha

Sure can. I think more interval rest sorta helps for me. after every set of squats my knee feels like a biatch. I totally understand this because this pain came back when I used to road cycle for donkey kilometers. So yea, I can't afford that much of recovery supps, I have fish oil and magnesium tablets. some vit E. Thats about it. Maybe I should consider some joint support supps. So should you. So, no roses for you. haha

If I may simplify the squat in my POV.

1. Squats is a total body workout in a way.
2. Squats and Deadlifts recruit alot of muscles. However, these are not the best movements if you are aiming for bigger guns etc.
3. Squats is a general term. PL squats, OLY squats, BB squats, they are all unique in a way. None of them are easy, but there is a way to tackle each of them based on goals.
4. Squat is very technical to be honest. The deadlift is 50/50 technique and strength. Put it this way, having a good squat day begins from your first set. If you managed to hit the dot right from the start, there is a pretty good chance you will have a good squat session. There are exceptions though.


Hope you get my groove. cheers lifters.

This post has been edited by shanecross: May 5 2010, 02:37 PM

First time aku dengar Goblet Squats. Damn, the variations.

hohoohohohoho i saw the new adistars. damn so maybe i need a new pair of shoes....ngiahhahahhahahahahhaha....eat bread sial next few mths like this.

Why not now?

Use straps for DL if you need to, heck if the straps can assist you to lift bigger,why not.

yoyoyoyoyo, why is this thread so dead besides the obvious reasons?

Hahaha, dont la. PB, any new story lately?

wohooo ! share

Work/Money

You lift from a block i reckon.

In a friendlier term, maybe some sort of a program? pre-plan your workout.

eh why so quiet suddenly? Besides PB, he's got a job in pushmore now, doing pretty well. well done.

Excellent, thats good to know that the number of people driven for this of such is rapidly increasing.

There are a whole load of Training Methodology for specific sports. Have a go at DeFrancos or Ross Enamait's . They should give you a good start. My knowledge on Martial Art Specific Training is limited, so I can't throw much at ya. I'm assuming you are referring to Weight Training. All I know about Martial Arts is usually you need to reassess your goals and lean more towards explosiveness and stuff. My advice is don't neglect the compounds. You'd be surprised how quick you can get with compounds.

Like I said, I'm not familiar with Sport Specific training but usually they incorporate short sprints eg;10,20,30m sprints. Explosive BW work like Burpees. On the Weight Training part, I've seen some of them do a load of Kettlebell work, try front squats as well, some back squats, deadlifts, Shoulder Presses, Pullups etc. The thing that you need to know is your goal. For martial arts its all about being agile, quick etc not getting huge or what. Ditch the Concentration Curls. For weight X set range, honestly im not sure but you can put yourself around the 6-10 rep range.

My limbs are all functioning perfectly. No offense but to be able to compete in Powerlifting, specifically Malaysia, you need to first damage your spine and hopefully your upper limbs are still working. The ugly truth.