Chris' Log

[chernando]

Hi I'm Chris, I'm 19 years old and have been lifting weights for a little over a year and a half now. About almost a year of that was not dedicated to strength training though.

Have been focusing on strength for a good 6-7 months now.

I hope to find somewhere close to compete for my first meet, just to feel the experience and atmosphere.

BWT: 185

PRs:

Bench (TNG): 290
Squat (HB): 405
Deadlift: 455 (with straps)

Tons of room for a improvement for each lift.

I have done several programs and do post and keep a log on another strength forum.

I lift roughly 5-6 times a week.

Currently running Smolov Jr for my bench press and just finished Smolov for my squat.

[McLifter]

Welcome aboard Chris. Train smart and stay injury free and you will make progress.

Stop using the straps for the deadlift. Your grip will improve and it will be better for you in the long run.

I answered your other post on the main forum. We will help any way we can. A good idea would be to connect with a more experienced lifter and train with them for awhile. They can mentor you as you are learning the rules, technique and the lifts.

Brock

[chernando]

Thank you!

I just pulled 460 without straps the other day hah, that day I had just forgotten my chalk.

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Yesterdays training:

Bench:
+reps paused
135x2x5
155x5
185x5
195x6x6
230x2x3
235x2x3
245x5 unpaused
275x1 +10lb post injury PR

Bench is making it's way back quick. 275 went up easy, but it felt kind nutsty on my shoulder joints. To be honest my bench is feeling much more consistent now then before my injury.


Deadlifts:
Doubles up to 315
365x1
405x1
460x1 +5lb PR no straps or belt


Dips:
bw+70x2x15
bwx40