Spent some time with Big Bald discussing programming for FitExpo. The dreaded front squats were brought up as a significant area of need. Right, I know. That whole knee thing tossed front squats out a LONG time ago but they are so imperative. Things with the knee have been rolling along quite nicely and I am feeling more confident and secure with squatting. More importantly, no pain.
The purpose today was to get an idea where I was on my front squats.
He said: 315. No problem.
She said: Lucky if even 135. Last time I tried these 100 lbs crushed me.
Warm Up:
3x5
Front Squats
bar - 1x5
95, 1x5
135, 1x3
155, 1x2
175, 1x1
185, 1x1
205, 1x1
225, 1x1
Amy Front Squats Video Link
Yoke
225 - 3x50 ft
315 - 3x50 ft
405 - 1x50 ft
A review of training vids from Saturday ended with:
He Said: Are you the one responsible for Katy Perry radio?
She Said: Why would you say that?
He Said: Have you watched your videos?
She Said: Did you like the ending? That was just for you.