HOW TO DEAL WITH TRAINING ADD
I definitely suffer from training ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER. However, I do not let it detract from my programming and making progress
MY GO TO 5/3/1 PROGRAM
I have gone through a lot of 5/3/1 machinations over the years, but this one has been my go to for a while.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - IT'S NOT ABOUT DRUGS, BUT THANKS FOR ASKING
Many would rather think good results are anything other than hard work
DEALING WITH LOSING STRENGTH
Whether it's age, an injury, lifestyle change, etc, losing strength is never easy.
FIVE KEYS TO SINGLE DIGIT BODY FAT
There's no magic answer in here, but these five keys got me into the best shape of my life.
5/3/1 AND AUTO-REGULATION
Auto-regulation is a fancy term for something that's been around forever. I'm glad to read about it so often though, because it reminds me to actually take advantage of it.
THE ANTI-MEET MEET IS NOW OPEN
It was one of my favorite meets and I can't wait to do it again. There's no reason you can't too.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - EIGHTH YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Holy crap this has been going on a long time. It just goes to show, patience pays off.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - THE BEST BIRTHDAY PRESENT MONEY CAN'T BUY
I just turned 48 and have a lot to celebrate
BACK TO TRAINING - CAN YOU SAY FULL MEET... MAYBE?
This has been on my lifting to do list for the past 10 years or so.
TRAINING, PROGRAMMING, PAIN, AND STUPIDITY
Sometimes I'm really surprised I've survived the past 47 years
Meet Report: RPS Connecticut States — From SHW to 198
It’s been more than a year since I last competed (not counting the unsanctioned and unseasonable non-invitational last December) and announced that I would be taking a step back from chasing the biggest bench possible.
THE LAST PUSH, PEAKING MY 5/3/1 RAW BENCH PROGRAM FOR THE MEET
It's been one of the best training cycles I can remember. Now it's time to put it altogether for the last month push.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - CLOSING IN ON THE 198'S
It is going to be really weird to see the first number on the scale to read as a "1"
5/3/1 BENCH PROGRAM - ONE MONTH IN THOUGHTS AND CHANGES
First month of meet prep is in the books. Now it's time to reflect and make those little changes that can make the difference.
MY NEW 5/3/1 BENCH CYCLE
Over the past few decades, Vincent has learned two things well: how to get stronger and how to get leaner. He's been a top-ranked lifter in six different weight classes. Now, coming out of a recent surgery, Vincent is planning a comeback. He isn’t sure what that comeback entails yet, but whatever his latest goal is, you can be sure Vincent will accomplish it. Read his logs and come along for the ride.
PROGRAMMING TIP - Just Because You Can, Doesn't Mean You Should!
This tip has been serving me very well lately and it will serve you well also
WHY 5/3/1 BODYBUILDING WAS NOT FOR ME
I guess I can put down the razor, oil, and the banana hammock.
READ THIS - AN IMPORTANT LESSON IN BEING PRESENT
This is more life related than training. However, like everything in my life, I found a way to relate it to training.
OPERATION BE LESS FAT - NEGATIVE THOUGHTS AND DEALING WITH BODY ISSUES
One would think I should be really satisfied with losing over 100 pounds.
SIX KEYS TO 600 LBS RAW!
This is what I did to hit it. Hey, maybe you won't hit 600, but this advice will certainly help you lift more.
DOES YOUR CONDITIONING PROGRAM SUCK?
Conditioning sucks, you should at least get the most out of it.
RECENT TRAINING MUSIC FAVES
Just some music I have been digging and training to. It's always good to find new tunes.
THE 5/3/1 NOV NON - INVITATIONAL
Lifting, fun, and fire. I'd expect nothing less visiting the Five Points Gym at Casa De Muerte.
TRAINING IS MY PSYCHOTHERAPY
I was feeling beat up and was going to deload until the meet in two weeks. I just NEEDED to train.
TWO WEEKS OF 5/3/1 MEET PREP PROGRESSION
Two weeks out from the NOV Meet with Wendler and Rhodes. The weight is getting heavier and the work is getting done.
5/3/1 - MEET PREP AND JOKER SETS
If you are not sure how to use joker sets, then you shouldn't be using them.
UFC 205, BUYING A HOUSE, ETC, BUT TRAINING NEVER STOPS
Sometimes in life the only thing you can control is your training
