Operation Be Less Fat - Vacation Calories Count
After my trip to Wendler's and upcoming travel, this is something I need to address.
My Go-To Rehab For Biceps Tendonitis
Actually, it's the second thing I go to, but I always wish it was the first.
Trading Volume For Intensity
Too much weights and too much conditioning is too much work for me to handle. If I'm not lowering the running, something else has to give.
Operation Be Less Fat - One Month Challenge
Maybe you want to get in shape for the summer. Try challenging yourself for a solid month. This was not done in a month by the way. But good things can still happen in four weeks.
The Assistance Work Paradox
Assistance work is important, but how important? Do you need to track your assistance. Here are my thoughts.
Another 5/3/1 Program - My 3-Day Full Body Walrus
"It’s called WALRUS Training because it is the fat, gross cousin to the Navy Seals. I also refer to it as being a Suburban Commando. No lawn too big to mow!" - Jim Wendler
Longevity Training
In order to continue crushing life like my hermano Harry, it takes more than just lifting weights.
How To Overcome Negative Self Talk
I am my worst critic. Mentally, I beat myself up constantly. I justify it by saying it got me this far.
Is Your Pain Caused By Weakness
Too often tightness and pain cause me to stretch and more often than not, that's not a long term solution.
More Recovery Is Needed
I am finding a recurring theme in my training. I never feel completely recovered from one session to the next.
Sometimes You Just Need A Day Off
The other day I felt like hammered dog $hit. I do a lot for recovery so there was really nothing left to do. Do I train, or not train?
First Meet Advice
This is great advice if you are lifting in your first powerlifting meet. Hell, it's a great read even if it's your 20th meet.
Is It Really Your Back Causing You Pain?
I think many of us who are a little more seasoned and have a lot of years under the bar suffer from back pain.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - A Better Way To Diet
After more or less being in a calorie deficit for over a decade, my body was revolting. My maintenance calories were low and I felt terrible.
Sometimes You Need To Do Something Stupid
Just in case some of you are getting tired of my old ass posts, I've got a story for you. I wasn't always held together by stitches and duct tape.
5/3/1 AMRAP And Progressions For The Seasoned Lifter
Figuring out how to keep making progress in training is not always easy
Clearly, The World Is Coming To An End
If you don't like doing something, just keep doing it anyway.
The Importance Of Agility
The older I get the more important the things I took for granted are. When you're in your 20s and 30s, you're most likely nothing about your 40s, 50s, and beyond. Now in my 50s, I think about a lot more than just getting big and strong.
The Secret To Stretching
The older I have gotten the more my body resents me. As a result, I have been on a pretty constant journey for the past three years to get my body feeling whole.
A Lesson For The "Mature" Lifter
Training old can be pretty f@cked up. It's a fine line to get everything you want to get in training and conditioning wise and still recover. Luckily I have really started to figure it out.
Is Your Foam Roller Too Hard?
Do you want to cry when you foam roll your it bands? How about your lats? If so, there's a solution.
My 5/3/1 Boring But Big Program Is Fire
Even though it's the lamest title ever, I am loving my new 5/3/1 BBB Program
It's A Christmas Freakin' Miracle!
The older I get, the more I realize training isn't going to be easy. Not the intensity of training mind you. What I am speaking of is whether my body will actually allow me the privilege of doing it.
2022 Goals Recap
I went into 2022 thinking it would be a rebuilding year, I didn't know how right I'd be. It was an up-and-down year, but I'm finishing on a high note.
Sciatica Cure!
Sciatica can be so painful and complicated. I found somthing that works for me. Maybe it will work for you too.
“Some Guys Get Hurt In Military Combat. I Get Hurt Napping.” - Jim Wendler
The older I get, the more imporant the little things become. Add sleep position to the list.
Check-Ins With Rhodes and Wendler
With friends like these, who needs enemies. Seriously though, having people keep you in check is important.
When Less Is More
How having to rush through training one afternoon has caused me to change my training.
A Theoretical Question On Assistance Volume
In my never ending pursuit of refining my training I am left pondering this volume question.
Operation Be Less Fat - When A Cheat Meal Is Not A Cheat Meal.
I use this strategy to keep myself in check when going out for cheat meals or for special events or holiday meals
My 5K Time
It's an old picture. Go figure, I don't keep lots of running pictures of myself. Maybe if I ran topless...
More Important Than Training - Surely You Jest!
There comes a time when being jacked and strong just isn't enough. You might actually feel good while doing it.
Managing Fatigue With Running and Lifting
With running, lifting, and living an active lifestyle in my 50's it's all too easy to get overtrained. This is how I manage my program.
My Favorite Takeaway From Crossfit
It's always surprising what you can learn when you are open to new ideas. And yes, you can even find good ideas from Crossfit.
When In Doubt, Powerbuild!
I can't powerlift like I want and I don't want to compete in bodybuilding so what's a meathead to do... Powerbuild!
Please Forgive My Absence
Sometimes there's physical struggles to overcome. Unfortunately, sometimes those bleed into mental struggles as well.
Overtrained, How I Knew And What I Did
You get to a point that no motter how much time you spend on recovery, eating well, sleep, etc. your body just needs a break.
Training For Hypertrophy
I feel like Michael in Godfather 3 "Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in." hey iTs powerlifting and it's time we break up for a while.
Pain In Your Dominant Shoulder? Try This
This is a picture of me and Dave not talking about our shoulders. We were probably talking about the best way to slice a pizza.
Death Of 1,000 Cuts
Are you doing anything to your body you shouldn't? Just because you don't feel an injury today, doesn't mean it isn't taking its toll.
Breaking News: Vincent Dizenzo Competed
It's been four years since I have stepped on a platform. Was it successful? You'll have to read to find out.
The Best Thing About Cutting Weight For A Meet
People have used weight cuts forever, but I'm not sure how many people think of this possible side benefit
When Your Ego No Longer Serves You
"Your ego is writing checks your body can't cash." A very timely quote by the way.
How To Pick Meet And Max Effort Attempts
When picking lifts, if there's a question, than there is no question. Read on...
The Importance Of Sleep Position
When thinking about sleep, don't just thing about how long you are sleeping, but also consider, are you sleeping in the best position for your body.
Operation Be Less Fat - Trust The Process
Whether it's losing weight, building muscle, increasing strength, etc. you must have a plan and then trust the process.
Training For Power and Athleticism
Power is different than strength and is a perishable skill. This is how and why I train for power.
What Do You Do Between Sets?
Are you using your time between sets optimally or for entertainment? I have a story for you.
5/3/1 - Running With The Devil
With adding up to 15 miles of running a week into my training, something had to change. Luckily I knew just who to talk to.
Operation Be Less Fat - The Un-Cheat Meal
This little tidbit has helped me with my weight loss tremendously over the years.