Personal Best Lifts/Impressive Lifts

[metalchick]

Awesome lifts everyone!

At 132lb,

Deadlift: 260lb x 1 - planning on hitting 275 in an upcoming comp. Also did 225lb x 10 reps
Squat: 225lb x 1
Bench: 115lb x 1, hoping to hit between 120-135lb

[Big D]

Awesome lifts everyone!

At 132lb,

Deadlift: 260lb x 1 - planning on hitting 275 in an upcoming comp. Also did 225lb x 10 reps
Squat: 225lb x 1
Bench: 115lb x 1, hoping to hit between 120-135lb

those are some good numbers :hu

[JacktheThriller]

Squat 295
Bench 285
Dead 410

All raw no belts, gloves, straps etc

[CanadianIron]

315 X 18 reps full ROM squats...

Tried to go for 20 reps, probably would have been able to if I didnt do my max dead right before... the burn started to get BAD at about 14 reps... felt amazing... pretty much ended my workout though... what a burnout.

[C-money]

315 X 18 reps full ROM squats...

Tried to go for 20 reps, probably would have been able to if I didnt do my max dead right before... the burn started to get BAD at about 14 reps... felt amazing... pretty much ended my workout though... what a burnout.


giver shit for 20 next week CI... its all mental bro.. your legs may burn like wildfire, but just keep going and going. You may surprise yourself if you really get into the zone! im working on my way for 405 for 20 so far thats been a bitch LOL:D

[Big D]

giver shit for 20 next week CI... its all mental bro.. your legs may burn like wildfire, but just keep going and going. You may surprise yourself if you really get into the zone! im working on my way for 405 for 20 so far thats been a bitch LOL:D

I got a trick for that, squat 600 for 5reps, now 405 is gonna feel like nothing :)

[CanadianIron]

giver shit for 20 next week CI... its all mental bro.. your legs may burn like wildfire, but just keep going and going. You may surprise yourself if you really get into the zone! im working on my way for 405 for 20 so far thats been a bitch LOL:D

I had just done 455lb deads and i BARELY racked the 315 after 18 reps, i probably would have done 20, but i wouldnt have racked it... my legs were turning into jelly on the last few reps.... the first 10-12 reps felt like nothing, but the burn is intense coming up on 20... i'd love to be able to do 405 for 20, I think I can do 12 right now... Im learning to love leg day more and more as I get more into doing squats... moving big weight is fun.

Ill go for 20+ reps with 315 next week, shouldnt be a problem.

[natenator]

I had just done 455lb deads and i BARELY racked the 315 after 18 reps, i probably would have done 20, but i wouldnt have racked it... my legs were turning into jelly on the last few reps.... the first 10-12 reps felt like nothing, but the burn is intense coming up on 20... i'd love to be able to do 405 for 20, I think I can do 12 right now... Im learning to love leg day more and more as I get more into doing squats... moving big weight is fun.

Ill go for 20+ reps with 315 next week, shouldnt be a problem.
as long as you stay injury free it is :D

[C-money]

I got a trick for that, squat 600 for 5reps, now 405 is gonna feel like nothing :)

600 for 5!?? yikes... i aint no Dallas Hogan Big D! maybe a couple with 600

[Shortdave]

Benched 415 for 1 today.

NEW PR!!!!

[faller]

I read it in your journal dave, congrats!!

[slick rick]

Good lift Daver.. that deserves a reach around.

[Gilmour]

Wicked SD. I thought you were down to about 360 a few weeks ago though?

[Delt King]

I did 75lbs DB laterals last night for 6. :beer

[Shortdave]

Wicked SD. I thought you were down to about 360 a few weeks ago though?

Yep that was a dark time in my life. I am up to 220 bw and I am feeling super strong.



That's a sick lift Delt King.

[dremen]

Bench-Stuck@325 right now, but hope to get it up to 350 by end of winter.

[Praetorian]

I got a trick for that, squat 600 for 5reps, now 405 is gonna feel like nothing :)

Yep that works like a charm...after hitting 600 for 6-8 ill drop to 495 and it just floats up for an easy 10...then 405 feels closer to 225 lol.
P

[O-Train]

I got 250 on close grip bench today. Not an impressive lift just a PR. Was my first Max Effort Bench Day and also first time using correct form with this exercise.

[AlladdinSane]

I got 250 on close grip bench today. Not an impressive lift just a PR. Was my first Max Effort Bench Day and also first time using correct form with this exercise.

Congrats on the PR, Man!

[O-Train]

Congrats on the PR, Man!

Thanks AS. I'm hoping that if I can improve my stability and work on speed that I'll be able to get 300+ in the next few months.

[gsxr750]

250 on close grip? That's impressive to me! Good job

[Scaffer]

PR on the hang clean, i cleaned 185 to do my front squat.

[gmoney]

wiiicked thread. C-money's pyscho squat vids have me pumped to do some legs. I don't have any impressive lifts really but w/e here's a couple to make everyone else feel better about there's lol.

shoulder pressed 80lb dumbells x7
bench 225x4

[tiramisu]

A new PR in the squat this evening... 405!!!!. That's a 20 pound improvement over my previous PR. I credit SLDL almost entirely. It was ugly and the top was more of a back lift than a squat but I got it all the way down and all the way up.

My back is definitely the limiter on my squat right now. Between GM's and SLDL my previously stalled squat is back on the move. Woo hoo!!!

[jsv22]

PR'd overhead squat today - singled 265....on my way to 315!

woot

[_Ragnar_]

I am putting my wife's PRs up. Squat 135x3 and Deadlift 135x9. She has really stepped it up in the last few weeks. I am really proud of her. She is 5'6 and 150lbs

[Chaps]

Hack squated 600 for 5 sets of 5 then 1 plate a side so we'll say 135lbs or so for 45 reps

[metalchick]

Have some new rep PR's, thanks to 5/3/1!

At around 135lb:

Bench 95lb x 12
Squat 185lb x 7
Deadlift 220lb x 15

[marino]

New Squat PR! :) it's been a long time coming but I finally broke into 4 plates/side. 405x1 :)


Have some new rep PR's, thanks to 5/3/1!

At around 135lb:

Bench 95lb x 12
Squat 185lb x 7
Deadlift 220lb x 15

congrats CCH, Metalchick

[btufts]

New personal record for me today, pushed 405 bench press for 1 rep. Last time i tried my 1 rep max was 385 so thats a bit of a jump :D

[btufts]

Thanks CCH funny thing is i did deads today too and could only do 385 aha. somethhing to work on, no straps though, i find grip goes before my body

[C-money]

Put up 435 on bench tonight at a lean 215, i think i had 440 in me.. I havent maxed out on bench since last winter so im pretty stoked.....ill try maxing in two weeks and get it on vid, hopefully 440 to 450

[PdH]

Put up 435 on bench tonight at a lean 215, i think i had 440 in me.. I havent maxed out on bench since last winter so im pretty stoked.....ill try maxing in two weeks and get it on vid, hopefully 440 to 450

Wicked lift Bro!

[GYMBRAT]

Put up 435 on bench tonight at a lean 215, i think i had 440 in me.. I havent maxed out on bench since last winter so im pretty stoked.....ill try maxing in two weeks and get it on vid, hopefully 440 to 450

****IN A bro thats awesome!!!!!! .....and hey heading home here in a few days, maybe see ya at the ol' gym ;)

[tex]

Put up 435 on bench tonight at a lean 215, i think i had 440 in me.. I havent maxed out on bench since last winter so im pretty stoked.....ill try maxing in two weeks and get it on vid, hopefully 440 to 450 nice work!!

[tex]

New personal record for me today, pushed 405 bench press for 1 rep. Last time i tried my 1 rep max was 385 so thats a bit of a jump :D thats a bad ass bench! now you need to get your deads up!!! :)

[C-money]

thanks bros, i know i have more in me, cause on the press up the bar fell out of the groove, but i still managed to press thru it.. awesome way to start the new year!

[EpicPhaill]

thanks bros, i know i have more in me, cause on the press up the bar fell out of the groove, but i still managed to press thru it.. awesome way to start the new year!

You have more in the tank. :bch

[Shortdave]

225 bench with 260lbs of chain. 470lbs at lockout.

[natenator]

New personal record for me today, pushed 405 bench press for 1 rep. Last time i tried my 1 rep max was 385 so thats a bit of a jump :D
your dieting and hitting 1 rep maxes?

Great lift but I'd rethink your training strategy whilst in contest prep.

[btufts]

your dieting and hitting 1 rep maxes?

Great lift but I'd rethink your training strategy whilst in contest prep.


it'll be last time i do 1rep till after the contest, 3 months out though still have a lot of energy even in keto.

[Adonis13]

Finally got 405 for 8 full reps on front squats. It was a good day

[Mr.Meat]

Finally got 405 for 8 full reps on front squats. It was a good day

nice thats a serious front squat!

[Rhinobolt10]

some crazy stuff going on in this thread....

[natenator]

Finally got 405 for 8 full reps on front squats. It was a good day
holy shit!

[Delt King]

315 Military press on the smith for 8reps....i love shoulders

[CanadianIron]

Does this count the weight of the bar?^ (impressive lift either way)

[Delt King]

yeah includes the bar but obviously no balance needed as it is a smith machine

[C-money]

405 for 3 on bench at a lean 213 this morning... i was going for 4 reps but both hips cramped up on rep 1.. i must have been dehydrated or something.. too much caffeine maybe?? Anyways vid will be up shortly.. not satisfied! 4 next week!!:beer

[Sean Summers]

Awesome lifts guys!!! I am psyched with the front squats. My goal is to hit 405. I did 315 tonight for 6 so I am on the road to success. I've never really done them before but I've learned a few tricks so hopefully I'll hit adonis13's lift!
SS

[Memo]

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[C-money]

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heres the code.. i forget how to embed this lol.. im trying youtube as i type this

[daande]

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heres the code.. i forget how to embed this lol.. im trying youtube as i type this

I dont think you can embed anymore

Here is the link: http://www.facebook.com/v/414947665407

[C-money]

thanks daande

[LonelyBedouin]

Jesus very nice C-money. Im sure next time you go again your hips wont cramp up.

[C-money]

Jesus very nice C-money. Im sure next time you go again your hips wont cramp up.
Thanks LB.. i couldnt get that explosiveness i wanted to at the bottom.. no leg drive.. but no excuses.. next week will be better:beer Oh and i wore the hoodie on purpose LMAO!

[#8]

^^ ya i was gonna say, your leg drive looked super weak dude, all in all, a lackluster lift at best....

haha....i will never bench 405. my shoulder would explode at half a rep.

nice dude.

[C-money]

Ha! thanks Jersey... never say never bro!

[L3]

C$ you're a monster bro! hope you stay injury free for a long time and put up even more ridiculous #s

[daande]

your dieting and hitting 1 rep maxes?

Great lift but I'd rethink your training strategy whilst in contest prep.

Back when I was 19 I didnt really know what the **** was going on. I was on a no carb diet, I was 185 pounds. And I benched 315 for 2 reps then 335 for 1 rep. Then the next day I was working triceps and I was doing 100 pound overhead DB presses and on rep 12 my shoulder snapped back and I tore my rotator cuff. I was out of the gym for 16 weeks in physio every other day. Really dumb.

[C-money]

C$ you're a monster bro! hope you stay injury free for a long time and put up even more ridiculous #s

Thanks L, ya right now thats the key, staying injury free.. i always get to a certain point and something happens.. gotta train smart and the big #'s will come

[O-Train]

Thanks LB.. i couldnt get that explosiveness i wanted to at the bottom.. no leg drive.. but no excuses.. next week will be better:beer Oh and i wore the hoodie on purpose LMAO!

It looked like you were moving around too much before and during the lift. I think I said this before but I'll say it again. You need better lifting shoes, it will make a difference.

[Talo]

Nice lifting man. 405 is HUGE !

You could try getting a nice arch in your back ( big belly ) , and keep your traps tight .

Also Chucks are great shoes to have and yes they do make a difference.

[tex]

nice lift...as for the shoe thing....i advice against chucks for benching in....you want a thicker soled shoe imo.....i dont get as good leg drive with the thin, flat-soled chucks and my arch is nowhere near the same as when im in some basketball shoes....

[Shortdave]

440 bench today, in chucks.... with little skulls on them.

[Talo]

Nice !!

[O-Train]

440 bench today, in chucks.... with little skulls on them.

Thats a really good lift Dave. One day...

[CanadianIron]

Utilized the "10 steps to improve deadlift" thread and pulled 475 today, it came up fast too. I should have tried 5 plates, I would have done it. Maybe next week. :)

[C-money]

It looked like you were moving around too much before and during the lift. I think I said this before but I'll say it again. You need better lifting shoes, it will make a difference.

ya i was moving around cause both hips cramped up big time.. thanks

[Winnipeg Muscle]

Awesome lift!


Put up 435 on bench tonight at a lean 215, i think i had 440 in me.. I havent maxed out on bench since last winter so im pretty stoked.....ill try maxing in two weeks and get it on vid, hopefully 440 to 450

[C-money]

Awesome lift!

Thanks WM.. 450 is right around the corner!

[HULK]

Best lifts in the gym all raw.

Bench press 585 for 5 @ 275
Deadlift 705 @ 225
Squat 749 @ 275
Close grip 405 for 19 @ 275
Press behind neck 405 for 5 @275
Bent row 495 for 6 @ 275

P

Holly molly!!!

[HULK]

135 * 10
225 * 10
305 * 10
395 * 10
485 * 10
575 * 10
485 * 10
395 * 10
305 * 10
225 * 10
135 * 10


In early 90’s I had this most insane squat day work out. Just below parallel, all raw, no juice, no belt or wrap. I did this three time a week during my lunch hour at work. Ask me to do this today….

BTW, the numbers on this thread are quite impressive and motivational…good work guys.

[Maria]

Bench 235 max, 205 for 6 reps
Squats 275 for 5 reps
Deadlifts 315 max

All above weights are raw...just a belt for squats and deads.

[dremen]

Bench 235 max, 205 for 6 reps
Squats 275 for 5 reps
Deadlifts 315 max

All above weights are raw...just a belt for squats and deads.

Ha ha you lift more then most guys at my gym, you ****ing rock:yeah

[Maria]

Ha ha you lift more then most guys at my gym, you ****ing rock:yeah

Thanks! I lift more then most guys at my gym too. LOL

[ironwill]

Working back on my strength again for a spell.....
Did 5 plates/side squat for 8 or 9 low and slow......pretty easy after i was done wish i did more......
My bench was 365 for 4 easy ones, again i surprised myself a bit, thought it was going to be heavier, i did 2 sets of this and then 315 for 10......
Should get 405 for a couple in the next couple of weeks, once my brain feels it as easy, my numbers go up quick, i mind**** myself more often than not...lol...
squats hopefully will be at 6 plates/side in the next month or so, then prep time......

[dremen]

Working back on my strength again for a spell.....
Did 5 plates/side squat for 8 or 9 low and slow......pretty easy after i was done wish i did more......
My bench was 365 for 4 easy ones, again i surprised myself a bit, thought it was going to be heavier, i did 2 sets of this and then 315 for 10......
Should get 405 for a couple in the next couple of weeks, once my brain feels it as easy, my numbers go up quick, i mind**** myself more often than not...lol...
squats hopefully will be at 6 plates/side in the next month or so, then prep time......

Hey ironwill i got a question for ya bro. Im trying to get my chest to pop out more/grow and im wondering if you think i should focus mainly on heavy incline bench rather then flat? I don't really do decline bench anymore because i already do decline DB presses on chest day.

Thanks bro.

[ironwill]

Hey ironwill i got a question for ya bro. Im trying to get my chest to pop out more/grow and im wondering if you think i should focus mainly on heavy incline bench rather then flat? I don't really do decline bench anymore because i already do decline DB presses on chest day.

Thanks bro.Shoot me a pm bro, ill give you a few things ive tried that worked ok ........I dont want to get a debate going in this good thread.....:cflag

[Chaps]

Hey ironwill i got a question for ya bro. Im trying to get my chest to pop out more/grow and im wondering if you think i should focus mainly on heavy incline bench rather then flat? I don't really do decline bench anymore because i already do decline DB presses on chest day.

Thanks bro.

Decline presses and pullovers are what get my chest popping

[CanadianIron]

Bench 235 max, 205 for 6 reps
Squats 275 for 5 reps
Deadlifts 315 max

All above weights are raw...just a belt for squats and deads.

Wow, im glad I didnt read this a couple years ago, that would have been discouraging... wicked lifts, most of the guys I train with dont move as much as you.


As per topic, wide grip pullups, chain + 90lbs for 7 reps full ROM... good back day today for sure.

[Maria]

Thanks CanadianIron!

Oh yeah I also kill on dips. I can do weighted dips with a 45 lb plate. I think the last time I did them was around 10 or 15 reps. I think have have even done more like 55 lbs too.

[CanadianIron]

Thanks CanadianIron!

Oh yeah I also kill on dips. I can do weighted dips with a 45 lb plate. I think the last time I did them was around 10 or 15 reps. I think have have even done more like 55 lbs too.

Judging by the avatar, i'd expect a couple more 45lb plates, but 1 is still pretty good.:greet

[Maria]

Judging by the avatar, i'd expect a couple more 45lb plates, but 1 is still pretty good.:greet

I did a lot of handstands in my time. LOL Once I had a competition with a guy to see who could do more dips. You can guess who won. :D He challenged me, I couldn't help it. LOL

[Dryvrgrl]

Bench 235 max, 205 for 6 reps
Squats 275 for 5 reps
Deadlifts 315 max

All above weights are raw...just a belt for squats and deads.

just 100 pounds more than me on Bench
50 more on squats (2 rep max LOL)
and a whole lot more on deads!! (I was all happy I could do full sets of deads with plates FINALLY!!)

I'll get there!! ;)

[Maria]

just 100 pounds more than me on Bench
50 more on squats (2 rep max LOL)
and a whole lot more on deads!! (I was all happy I could do full sets of deads with plates FINALLY!!)

I'll get there!! ;)

Sweet! Isn't it great when you can get plates on there!!

You will get there!

Keep in mind I have a few pounds on you too. I compete at 121 to 125.

[ironwill]

Still working on my bench and squats..........Did bench at 385 for 4, had to get help on number 5 from CC........405 should be good to go for a couple now......Doing squats today or tomorrow......:)

[C-money]

Still working on my bench and squats..........Did bench at 385 for 4, had to get help on number 5 from CC........405 should be good to go for a couple now......Doing squats today or tomorrow......:)
Nice IDUB! Our numbers are close! im benching tonight ill let you know how it goes... i want 405 for 4.. i might max if i feel good... that 450 is right within reach just gotta blast this plateau! Where do you figure your squats are sitting at bro?

[Maria]

I got a new personal best on squats today.

I did 295 for 3 reps!

[XCompetitor]

Bench Press 225 x 28 reps @ 53 years old and 100% Natural.Bodyweight was 258.Did it this past November with 3 witnesses.

[Maria]

Bench Press 225 x 28 reps @ 53 years old and 100% Natural.Bodyweight was 258.Did it this past November with 3 witnesses.

Wow!! Sweet!

[XCompetitor]

Wow!! Sweet!

Thanks. Like you i Love those heavy dips which helps with the bench.BTW great job on those squats..very impressive!

[Maria]

Thanks. Like you i Love those heavy dips which helps with the bench.BTW great job on those squats..very impressive!

Thank you!

[CanadianIron]

2nd week into PCT getting over a flu... I used my anger and frustration and broke my PR for deadlift.

Warmed up 2, 3, 4 plates and went 5 plates for a 1RM. Started going for a 2nd rep but it wasnt going to happen. 1st rep was pretty solid though. Dropped a plate and went 4 plates for 6 reps right away too, strongest back day ever... I was happy. Strangly enough this is my 3rd time actually having strength gains in the 2nd week of my PCT, this has happened consistantly after every cycle...

I have to give a ton of credit to the Dave T deadlift thread, what a help..

[daande]

Yesterday I benched 285 for 8 reps which is my personal best. Directly after that I did 325 for 3 reps.

[kloan]

Well I don't have nearly as impressive numbers as most of you on here... but I have made some decent progress over the last few months.
I've added 100lbs to seated rows, did a full set tonight with 300lbs (strict form).

[gregdoucette]

I benched 343 for 14 today but thats with test levels at .8 bioavailable test and 3.7 total test which is like 1/2 of what a crappy guy should have. O and FSH was 2.1 and LH 1.0. which is also low or below normal. HOnestly I felt pretty good for having pathetic test levels. I figure Ill be at alot of weight for a lot of reps in the near future.

[Shortdave]

455lbs x 1 today. New pr. I am very excited.

I guess I should say that this was bench.

[GYMBRAT]

515lbs Wed, ass to the grass squats for 3 full reps, knees wrapped. New PR for this kid!

at a wieght of 256lbs, workin on more PR's this mth as it's been moons since I have done this ;)

[hommes]

495lbs for 5reps this past wednesday, belt only

[Gilmour]

I hate all of you c**ts.:mad: I just realized how ****ing average my lifts are.

[tiramisu]

at least yours are average. mine are just weak.

[Dryvrgrl]

at least yours are average. mine are just weak.

you still lift more than me!!:D

[GYMBRAT]

throughout Jan. 2010

315lbs on the military bench for 2 with a spotter. (tender rotator still)
315lbs bent rows for 1. (not great form) :)
75lbs db flys for 12
345lbs incline bench for 4

....all pr for me, more to come :)

[Shortdave]

throughout Jan. 2010

315lbs on the military bench for 2 with a spotter. (tender rotator still)
315lbs bent rows for 1. (not great form) :)
75lbs db flys for 12
345lbs incline bench for 4

....all pr for me, more to come :)


SWEET ASS LIFTS MAN!

[GYMBRAT]

hey thanks bro, the shoulders not at 100% yet ;)

[Dryvrgrl]

125 lb bench!! BOOO YEAH

[devo09]

deadlifted 565x1 with belt+chalk at 181lbs friday, then followed that with 405x19

[GYMBRAT]

deadlifted 565x1 with belt+chalk at 181lbs friday, then followed that with 405x19

that's f'n awesome devo!!!!!!!

[C-money]

635 deadlift with no belt at this afternoons training session with EpicPhail.. He figured i had a good 10 pounds more in me, i havent done low rep deads for months.. and havent maxed since this time last year.. so im happy.. 700 hundo here we come!

[GYMBRAT]

^^^no suprise brutha CONGRATS!!!

[_Ragnar_]

365x5 squats PR for me!

[C-money]

heres last nights max reps bench session.. nothing great, i was trying to keep the reps nice and clean, not sloppy.... i was also hoping to get 2 more reps. my weight was 213
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCLpOX4452A

[Big D]

heres last nights max reps bench session.. nothing great, i was trying to keep the reps nice and clean, not sloppy.... i was also hoping to get 2 more reps. my weight was 213
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCLpOX4452A

very nice big guy. keep up the good work

[Request]

heres last nights max reps bench session.. nothing great, i was trying to keep the reps nice and clean, not sloppy.... i was also hoping to get 2 more reps. my weight was 213
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCLpOX4452A

That's huge C-Money... impressive!

[GYMBRAT]

awesome job Cmoola, I'm comin down there tomorrow for a day or 2 so give me a time to meet ya at the gym dog?

[Big D]

awesome job Cmoola, I'm comin down there tomorrow for a day or 2 so give me a time to meet ya at the gym dog?

you should get me an autograph from him please :)

[GYMBRAT]

LOL, I'll do that ;)

[C-money]

awesome job Cmoola, I'm comin down there tomorrow for a day or 2 so give me a time to meet ya at the gym dog? tomorrow is my off day GB, just cardio and abs... if your around thursday im doing back.. we could train back at noon on my lunch. or 6 after my work, your choice.. do some heavy ass rows n shit, get them wings going lol


you should get me an autograph from him please :) Lmao D, thanks bro

[GYMBRAT]

k back for thurs fosho my brutha!!! be ready eh! ;)

[C-money]

k back for thurs fosho my brutha!!! be ready eh! ;) Im always ready! after work at 6 would be awesome, i hate rushing on my lunch... thursday, 6, FOTG, Back:bch

[Marauder63]

Rack Dead (no touch and go) 405x9

[Aaron_37]

I'm no superman, but I leave my ego at the door, and am proud of what I accomplish in the gym! All of the following were done in the last two weeks.

Bench Press - 135x5x3
Deadlift (gloves+chalk) - 315x5x1 / 335x3x1
Deadlift (strap+belt) - 405x1x1
Linear Leg Press - 878x1x1
Military Press - 95x5x3 / 85x8x3
Pendlay Rows - 135x5x3 / 115x8x3
Squat (A2G raw) - 225x5x3
Squat (parallel raw) - 275x1x1
Standing Calf Press - 600x12x2
Sit-ups - BWx350x1 (took 14 minutes)

My goals hopefully by the end of the year:

Bench - 165x5x1
Deadlift (g+c) - 365x5x1
Deadlift (s+b) - 315x10x1
Linear Leg Press - 1000x1x1
Military Press - 105x5x1
Pendlay Rows - 155x5x3
Squat (A2G raw) - 255x5x3

[C-money]

bumping this thread with a vid a few weeks back. i was hoping to get 17ish reps... didnt have a good refeed day before.. tried keeping good form on all reps, oh ya i was weighing in at 215

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCLpOX4452A

[natenator]

impressive C-money!!!!

[Winnipeg Muscle]

bumping this thread with a vid a few weeks back. i was hoping to get 17ish reps... didnt have a good refeed day before.. tried keeping good form on all reps, oh ya i was weighing in at 215

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCLpOX4452A

Nice job C! I assume you have pushed 4 plates, how many reps?

[Jazzy]

very impressive c-money!^^ for 15 reps, I think I could do 135 lbs, not more héhéhé..:P

[C-money]

Thanks bros.. ya winnipeg, 405 goes up for 3 to 4 ish... but its gonna be hard to maintain that over the summer with increased cardio and a slight calorie restriction.. next fall/winter i wanna be able to do 405 for a good 6-8 reps.. just gotta eat more and get my bodyweight up abit..

[L3]

bringing this thread back up from the dead...

squatted 335 for 6 then 8 reps at ~195lbs bodyweight... most ive done since my knee injury...could have gone higher on the first working set but im being super careful and focusing on perfect form now

used a PL stance for first 2 sets... 3rd set was 275 for 10 with feet @ shoulder width

[Talo]

I guess I'll put up my 580 squat @ 220

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aY2ECpeQk-s

[SamTHorn]

Back in the day I did dumbbell military press with 145 a side for a rep of 8!!!!

[Chaps]

A couple new PR's which is crazy as my highest carb day is 150g's and i'm up to 7 days of cardio 60 min each day so energy isn't there.

Zottman curls 55lbsx11 rp
SLDL 105lb db'sx 15
Front squat 315x8
Hammer hack press 500lbs x 20
One-arm dumbbell rows: 135x15 (125's with 5's taped on lol)
Standing db shoulder press 75lbsx 12
Deadlifts: 315x20 (hurt my knee for a bit and just wanted to thrash back)

Currently 220lbs and dieting, i can't wait to it's gaining time, and i don't use a belt on any of my lifts.

[sneakyfingers]

Holy $&!# there are some bigs lifts there...

My buddy sent me this one of me...I think it's from Oct/09.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18hLAEVBn5s

[L3]

new pr...115lb DBs for shoulder press, 8 reps

[Talo]

Congrats.

[bigtavi8]

Bench press 315 @ 7 reps for no spot and no aids. 3 Weeks out from a show with low low carbs for weeks. For me this was good. hahaha

[HULK]

Not a record but after squatting for almost an hour - 675 for 11 reps on squat (raw) without knee wrap or belt and a bad hip and attitude:beer...

Last week - hammer w/130 lbs dumbbells for 12 reps...

[Talo]

That's a huge squat Hulk . Do you ever tape your workouts ?

Also , what's your 1RM ?

[HULK]

That's a huge squat Hulk . Do you ever tape your workouts ?

Also , what's your 1RM ?

Some people have taped me but I don't see it on youtube. Don't really care for that sort of thing. My workout is a very private and personal - I don't even notice anyone in the gym. Many moons ago (when I was much younger) my best 1RM would be 900 on Monolift w/ knee wrap and belt and plenty of spotters.

[Jazzy]

Damm..It's really a huge squat O_O

i'm not really impressive, but i do 3 sets of 6 reps supersetted with romanian deadlift 3x6( with 225 lbs, soon, 235 lbs) and for me, I'm very happy because it's the first time I put more than 220 lbs on a program that's not in a Power programm..and also, in supersert!:)

[Aaron_37]

Pulled a 435 deadlift unstrapped on Sunday... pretty happy about that I suppose!

[gregdoucette]

Ive jsut hit a few Pr's lately.
benched 400 for 11 raw
squat 510 for 7 belt 1/2 inch above parallel
deads 642 for 6 loose suit bottoms. got a raw meet in 5 weeks.

[tiramisu]

Nice, those are numbers that would make me very happy as singles. good luck at the meet.

[HULK]

Damm..It's really a huge squat O_O

i'm not really impressive, but i do 3 sets of 6 reps supersetted with romanian deadlift 3x6( with 225 lbs, soon, 235 lbs) and for me, I'm very happy because it's the first time I put more than 220 lbs on a program that's not in a Power programm..and also, in supersert!:)


Now that's what I call supersetting - squats supersetted with romanian deadlift...last time I did this, I was screaming for mercy.

[Jazzy]

Thanks but I forget to write that it's leg curl surpersetted with romanian deadlift!:)

but , I do leg press in the begining of my program,

nextSquat supersetted with leg extension..and believe me, it's a hardocre legs day for me!:)

and the hams and calves after!!

:)

[#8]

FULL SQUATTED

225lbs for 25 reps.

Holla

[L3]

DL 495 x 5 at 212lbs, straps only

[maximus14]

thats a sick DL i just hit 410 x 4 no straps @ 228 and bench 250 x5

[maximus14]

Ive jsut hit a few Pr's lately.
benched 400 for 11 raw
squat 510 for 7 belt 1/2 inch above parallel
deads 642 for 6 loose suit bottoms. got a raw meet in 5 weeks.

thats motivation right there! i need to put in more work

[Shortdave]

Squatted 750lbs with canvas suit, knee wraps and a belt.

[macka]

On the comeback trail I benched 202 yesterday not a PR but since I've started back it is.
Back night tonight so I'll post up some sissy numbers later on tonight.

[Shortdave]

Some people have taped me but I don't see it on youtube. Don't really care for that sort of thing. My workout is a very private and personal - I don't even notice anyone in the gym. Many moons ago (when I was much younger) my best 1RM would be 900 on Monolift w/ knee wrap and belt and plenty of spotters.

Dude are you like Ed Coan or something?

[O-Train]

Squatted 750lbs with canvas suit, knee wraps and a belt.

Huge lift Dave. Did you videotape it? What is your raw squat in comparison? I'm hoping to hit a 500 DL before 2011 but it may take longer.

[Shortdave]

My best raw squat is 550, my best squat with knee wraps is 600.

I hit the 750 on a speed squat day, a guy had a suit that we figured would fit me and I had never tried one before. We threw it on (that was an ordeal) and we kept adding weight until I blew out both my eyes. Then we took off the suit (waaay harder than putting it on) and I did nothing else that day.

I will video tape it the next time I borrow his suit.

[macka]

did you get eyes like from when you got in the bar tussle?

[Shortdave]

It was pretty close to the same eyes... yeah.

[ironwill]

SD, Can we call you ol blue eyes now....snarf, snarf......
Great lifts Dave, the improvements you make consistently are nothing short of inspiring......Damn good...

[Big D]

510 DL, for 6. only using straps.

[Talo]

Squatted 750lbs with canvas suit, knee wraps and a belt.

Good stuff brotha ! Are you done with the raw events ?

GPC nationals next year ?

[ironwill]

510 DL, for 6. only using straps.

Good Lift...:welldone

[tiramisu]

We need a video section for some of these lifts. Some of you guys are moving some pretty entertaining weight. I'm still struggling to get 3/4/5 all on the same day. It would be interesting to watch the technique and general eye bulging of some of you advanced guys.

[Big D]

Good Lift...:welldone

thank you :)

[O-Train]

The 5/3/1 training keeps me from going heavy but I DL 325x11 today. Getting there slowly...

[Big D]

The 5/3/1 training keeps me from going heavy but I DL 325x11 today. Getting there slowly...

for 11 !! nice lift man,

[Shortdave]

http://www.youtube.com/user/natedogstyles#p/u/8/7huXmwAnPYU

I think I already posted this video... but maybe not.


Either way here it is.




Again.



Maybe.

[Big D]

http://www.youtube.com/user/natedogstyles#p/u/8/7huXmwAnPYU

I think I already posted this video... but maybe not.


Either way here it is.




Again.



Maybe.

your a monster Dave, very impressive

[Jazzy]

http://www.youtube.com/user/natedogstyles#p/u/8/7huXmwAnPYU

I think I already posted this video... but maybe not.


Either way here it is.




Again.





Maybe.

Really impressive :)

:bch

[Jazzy]

We need a video section for some of these lifts. Some of you guys are moving some pretty entertaining weight. I'm still struggling to get 3/4/5 all on the same day. It would be interesting to watch the technique and general eye bulging of some of you advanced guys.


nice idea!!

Want to see this! :D

[steve_d]

not me, but my brother - not sure if he ever posted this video on here. 501 raw bench with pause, weighed in at 198 for the world record

http://www.youtube.com/user/gregdoucette#p/a/u/0/yU8bDZ9hCl4

[Shortdave]

not me, but my brother - not sure if he ever posted this video on here. 501 raw bench with pause, weighed in at 198 for the world record

http://www.youtube.com/user/gregdoucette#p/a/u/0/yU8bDZ9hCl4


That is a sick, sick lift. Tight form and just a perfect example of pressing.

[tiramisu]

2.5x body weight bench raw. That would be strong.

[Talo]

Great lift , Greg.

Powerlifting has so many different fed's I just wish they would get their shit together and knock it down to 3 - Geared , Raw ( straps and wraps) and 100% Raw ( drug tested.) .

[HULK]

Dude are you like Ed Coan or something?

I wish....Ed Coan is truly one of the greatest. Me, I'm just a simple person trying to deal with my disabilities, improve and inspire others.

While I'm waiting to have my left femur replaced, yesterday I squat 800 lbs for 9 reps raw .

I'm in tremendous pain and I now limp and walk with cane but it ain't gonna stop me just yet, Just turned 53.

[Big D]

i wish....ed coan is truly one of the greatest. Me, i'm just a simple person trying to deal with my disabilities, improve and inspire others.

While i'm waiting to have my left femur replaced, yesterday i squat 800 lbs for 9 reps raw .

I'm in tremendous pain and i now limp and walk with cane but it ain't gonna stop me just yet, just turned 53.

for real ????

[Talo]

I was thinking the same thing.

That is a world record forsure. Unless your sitting at 400lbs :)

[HULK]

I was thinking the same thing.

That is a world record forsure. Unless your sitting at 400lbs :)

I'm at 280 now days, Doctor wants me to lose as much weight as possible prior to surgery. Not looking forward to this as I'm worry that I might not be able to squat again.

[Talo]

The world record for a raw squat is 690lbs @ 275lb bw and 825lbs for 308 class.

So even if you drop your weight and your squat drops too , you would still hold the World record.

[HULK]

The world record for a raw squat is 690lbs @ 275lb bw and 825lbs for 308 class.

So even if you drop your weight and your squat drops too , you would still hold the World record.

Pls tell me you're joking. There's several power lifters from Montreal Barbell that's a lot lighter than me that have done 800 lbs or more (see youtube).

I know that they wear a bodysuit - that can't make much of a difference - can it?

Now that I may soon never be able to squat again - I'll never be able to repeat this feat.

[Shortdave]

Pls tell me you're joking. There's several power lifters from Montreal Barbell that's a lot lighter than me that have done 800 lbs or more (see youtube).

I know that they wear a bodysuit - that can't make much of a difference - can it?

Now that I may soon never be able to squat again - I'll never be able to repeat this feat.


I still don't properly know how to use a suit and it has already added 150lbs to my squat. An 800lbs raw squat is stupid big.

Class Lift Lifter Country Year Fed
123 606 Andrzej Stanaszek Poland 1996 EPF
132 551 Mike Booker USA 2002 AAU
148 556 Mike Kuhns USA 2006 ADAU
165 600 George Crawford USA 1973 AAU*
181 650 Bob Mckee USA 1973 AAU*
198 688 Tony Fratto USA 1974 AAU*
220 727 Andrey Kisel Ukrain 2009 WPC
242 826 Kirk Karwoski USA 2005 AAU
275 850 Greg Lowe USA 2001 ADAU
308 826 Scot Weech USA 2008 100%
SHW 934 Don Reinhoudt USA 1975 AAU*

These are the all time raw (no knee wraps) squat records.

[O-Train]

The world record for a raw squat is 690lbs @ 275lb bw and 825lbs for 308 class.

So even if you drop your weight and your squat drops too , you would still hold the World record.

My only guess is a 1'' ROM. Stuff like this is exactly what shouldn't be posted in this thread...

No one on earth can raw squat 800lbs for 9 reps (that would actually pass in a competition). Not the best powerlifters or WSM or the best superheavy oly lifters. If someone can...post a video of it...otherwise piss off.

[O-Train]

I still don't properly know how to use a suit and it has already added 150lbs to my squat. An 800lbs raw squat is stupid big.

Class Lift Lifter Country Year Fed
123 606 Andrzej Stanaszek Poland 1996 EPF
132 551 Mike Booker USA 2002 AAU
148 556 Mike Kuhns USA 2006 ADAU
165 600 George Crawford USA 1973 AAU*
181 650 Bob Mckee USA 1973 AAU*
198 688 Tony Fratto USA 1974 AAU*
220 727 Andrey Kisel Ukrain 2009 WPC
242 826 Kirk Karwoski USA 2005 AAU
275 850 Greg Lowe USA 2001 ADAU
308 826 Scot Weech USA 2008 100%
SHW 934 Don Reinhoudt USA 1975 AAU*

These are the all time raw (no knee wraps) squat records.

This guy is claiming to be the best squatter of all time. Not just by a little bit...by A LOT. I think we should ban him just for being annoying lol...

Oh and hey Dave...yesterday I lifted 1000lbs with my pinky finger...sorry no video...

[natenator]

My only guess is a 1'' ROM. Stuff like this is exactly what shouldn't be posted in this thread...

No one on earth can raw squat 800lbs for 9 reps (that would actually pass in a competition). Not the best powerlifters or WSM or the best superheavy oly lifters. If someone can...post a video of it...otherwise piss off.

I find it ironically funny how you used to give me grief for being an asshole yet seem to have transitioned nicely into being one yourself.

I don't have an issue with it just love the hypocrisy of it.

[macka]

BP 202 for 4 plus one forced
DL 225 x 5
front squat 210 x 3
can't do more then 135 regular squats because of the load on my neck

[macka]

I find it ironically funny how you used to give me grief for being an asshole yet seem to have transitioned nicely into being one yourself.

I don't have an issue with it just love the hypocrisy of it.

**** Nate you should know eh? :yeah

[O-Train]

I find it ironically funny how you used to give me grief for being an asshole yet seem to have transitioned nicely into being one yourself.

I don't have an issue with it just love the hypocrisy of it.

Well I guess it takes an asshole to point out another asshole...in this case and many others :)

Why do you care if I give a guy shit about posting numbers that he will never substantiate and are in all likelihood completely fake. I've always been an ass...

[fathead]

This guy is claiming to be the best squatter of all time. Not just by a little bit...by A LOT. I think we should ban him just for being annoying lol...

Oh and hey Dave...yesterday I lifted 1000lbs with my pinky finger...sorry no video...

SD- are the classes body weight in pounds? if so the 123lb dude is insane

[Shortdave]

SD- are the classes body weight in pounds? if so the 123lb dude is insane


Yep, those are pounds. There are some stupid strong people out there.

And there are even more ridiculously strong people that don't compete, so while I am not saying that I blindly believe HULK's numbers, I am not going to say that it is impossible either.

[steve_d]

that 123 lifter must be insane. it isn't until you get up to the 160+ pound guys where the lifts are overtaken. usually you don't see that kind of outlier at the top level...one you get to the elite, usually there is at least a progression from lowest to highest

[Talo]

Pls tell me you're joking. There's several power lifters from Montreal Barbell that's a lot lighter than me that have done 800 lbs or more (see youtube).

I know that they wear a bodysuit - that can't make much of a difference - can it?

Now that I may soon never be able to squat again - I'll never be able to repeat this feat.

http://www.rawpowerlifting.com/

Check the records.

[L3]

While I'm waiting to have my left femur replaced, yesterday I squat 800 lbs for 9 reps raw .



you wouldn't happen to be a backhoe, would you?

[fathead]

Yep, those are pounds. There are some stupid strong people out there.

And there are even more ridiculously strong people that don't compete, so while I am not saying that I blindly believe HULK's numbers, I am not going to say that it is impossible either.

turns out the 123lber is a midget and holds many records. for reals

[L3]

db shoulder press 115 x 6 at 211 bw

[l6873]

Dumbbell shoulder pressed 120s today, only got it once though.

[metalchick]

This weeks lifts, getting back into it!

Deadlift 175lb x 20

Bench 90lb x 15

Squat 160lb x 8

Strict Press 75lb x 7

:)

[macka]

clean and jerk 135

[Shortdave]

695lbs squat in just briefs today. It was awesome, 60lbs pr for me.
Also did a standup with 1040lbs. I swear I got even shorter.

[Big D]

695lbs squat in just briefs today. It was awesome, 60lbs pr for me.
Also did a standup with 1040lbs. I swear I got even shorter.

wow nice lifts man

[Delt King]

695lbs squat in just briefs today. It was awesome, 60lbs pr for me.
Also did a standup with 1040lbs. I swear I got even shorter.

Hey Shortdave, would wearing breifs help bodybuilders in their regular leg workouts. Your thoughts appreciated as are other powerlifters or power bodybuilders. Just trying to figure out how to make the most out of the next 7 months of offseason training.

[Shortdave]

I think that a loose worn in set of briefs could be helpful IF you are a wide stance squatter and you have hip problems or are concerned about your hips. Briefs and other supportive gear don't make you stronger they just allow you to handle more weight in a way that puts less stress on the joints.

So in terms of bodybuilding, I personally don't think they would be worth the money and hassle unless your hips are a concern.

[steve_d]

Hey Shortdave, would wearing breifs help bodybuilders in their regular leg workouts. Your thoughts appreciated as are other powerlifters or power bodybuilders. Just trying to figure out how to make the most out of the next 7 months of offseason training.

I often wear loose suit bottoms when doing squats, sometimes when doing deadlifts as well...I actually, I would have to say I more often than not use bottoms. Not saying its necessary, but I've always enjoyed mmy offseason time handling a little more weight, and it also helps with nagging injuries. Bottoms can really take away from the hip pain when squatting. I find it keeps my form in check as well.

[O-Train]

695lbs squat in just briefs today. It was awesome, 60lbs pr for me.
Also did a standup with 1040lbs. I swear I got even shorter.

Awesome squat Dave. What exactly is a standup?

[Shortdave]

Awesome squat Dave. What exactly is a standup?
Thanks O!

A standup is just what it sounds like, you put the hooks (or safeties) a couple of inches below your lockout and then you standup, lockout and hold it for a while, usually between five and ten seconds, depends on what yoiou can do, and sometimes 5 seconds feels like 10... or an hour.

[macka]

you probably did get shorter Dave. 1040 has to have some serious compression on your joints.

[steve_d]

Thanks O!

A standup is just what it sounds like, you put the hooks (or safeties) a couple of inches below your lockout and then you standup, lockout and hold it for a while, usually between five and ten seconds, depends on what yoiou can do, and sometimes 5 seconds feels like 10... or an hour.

yeah, thats nuts...Usually doing my max 1 rep squat below parallel fully suited - one of the hardest parts is getting it off the bar and walking back to get ready to do my lift

[macka]

217 for 3

[Dryvrgrl]

185 pound deadlift!!:yeah (X5)

[steve_d]

305 bench X 10,

squats and deads: 0 pounds for zero reps, hopefully bringing those numbers up in the new year!

[Talo]

How's your back rehab going , Steve ?

[ironwill]

This last week....few hilights

bench......405 for 2 no spot....315 for 12 no spot had lots of gas left in tank, 365 for 7, working up to 405 touch chest slowly, and back up...No bouncing bullshit...

db bi curl standing 1 arm at a time.....80 for 14, 85 for 10, then 90 for 8, no swinging, good form...

BB bent over rows, 315 for 10 lots of gas left in tank, 365 for 6 , 405 for 4, no straps, 70 degree bent angle...

Incline bench flyes......70 for 18, then 80 for 12 or so, and 100s for 6-8 reps, no spot big arch, hurts so good, slow negative, real slow, and power up...

Deads were 5 plates /side, for several, i dont count, i get to dizzy and focused... Ill get cc to count next week when she is back..

Squats was 5 plates /side, real deep, again, not sure, probably 8 or so....

DC rack chins......2 45 lb plates on my lap, and 15 clean reps, then 12, then 10 to finish off behind head pullups.. to the front are much easier...

I cant think of anything much else right now...Im starting to log lifts next week to get some PRs etc as my offseason mass building is in full swing as of 5 weeks ago....sitting at 257 lbs after 12 weeks off and trying to maintain what i could...

Ill be back in here later for some updates...:);)

[slick rick]

Great lifts all... IW you're one strong mofo.. all those lifts are no joke.

I've been slacking lately, been very inconsistent. I plan to get back at it and hopefully post some numbers in this thread soon.

[steve_d]

How's your back rehab going , Steve ?

well, after 4-5 sessions of deep tissue, there has been significant improvement in my hips / hamstring / glutes. The back is getting worse though oddly enough. Simply things like back pulldowns put strain on my lower back. I have given it 8 weeks now, no deads or squats or leg presses. And basically I think what I have now is just a nagging injury that I CAN work around. I think suit bottoms will be my savior. I know I could do squats and deads now if I had to. But my choice is to give it as much healing time as possible JUST IN CASE it has the ability to improve even more.

I was to the point where I couldn't tie my own shoes, or run after my son when he's going into traffic, now, regular things I can do - so I am on my way. I think this will just be an issue I always will deal with - but that's no biggy for me. As long as I am not in constant pain, I am happy!

[BMac]

BP 315 x 10 no spot, and 365 for 3 no spot

Dead 455 x 3

Squat 315 x 12.....squat sucks ass right now

[69challenger]

Single leg squats with 65lb dumbbells!

[red rocket]

DL 405 X 4
BP 495 X 6
SQ 405 X5

DL and SQ are current, havent moved that kinda bench in years.

[spankmonkey]

leg press - 1080 for reps
squat - 405 for reps
bench - 335 for reps
DL - 445 for reps
SLDL - 405 for reps
BB curl - 155 for reps with slight cheat to initiate movement