I'm taking the next 12+ weeks off from strongman events and training primarily for hypertrophy with a slight strength emphasis. I'm in my "off-season" and looking to put on some size over the upcoming months and into next year. I'm working with teammate Mike Mastell on my programming.

 

9.15.15

A. DB Hex Press

4 sets of 12 w/50s

 

B. Reverse Band Incline Bench Press (pro light bands)

135x10 (no bands)

185x5 (no bands)

225x20 - Added bands

225x14

225x10

225x7

 

B1. Incline DB Flyes (Hold peak contraction 1s)

30s x 15

35s x 15

35s x 15

35s x 15

 

B2. Deficit Push Ups (hands elevated for extra ROM, slow tempo)

8, 6, 6, 5

 

C. Log Strict Press

85x8

115x8

135x8

155x8

135x8

 

D. Band 4-ways

4 sets of 20

 

E. Rolling Tricep Extensions - rest 1m

4 sets of 12 w/35s