Metalchick's Velocity Diet and Training

[metalchick]

I'm going to use this log to chronicle one month on the velocity diet, and my training along with it. I am doing the old diet, which IS a ketogenic diet, not the new velocity diet 3.0. Also, not using biotest products ($$$).
I am hoping and expecting to gain strength and numbers, while losing some fat.

Anyway, Calories:
Non-workout days: around 1,275 calories
Workout Days: 1,605 calories
I'm going to figure out the protein/fat/carbs in a bit, will post when I do.

Measurements:
Weight (on my house scale, which is off): 134 lbs
All in inches
Shoulders: 40.5 Bust: 36.5 Waist: 28 Hips: 36.2 Butt (for fun): 39
Right: Bicep(flexed): 11.5 Calf: 14.2 Thigh: 23
Left: Bicep(flexed): 11.2 (wtf-I have trouble flexing this one) Calf: 14.2 Thigh: 23

Supplements:
Centrum Multivitamin, Ferrous Gluconate, B12, Se7en (bought awhile ago, deciding to use it now), Whey protein, Casein Protein, Natural P.B., Glutamine (before and after workouts) and BCAAs (B4 and after workouts)

[metalchick]

My Workout Routine:

Mondays: Squat Day
Back Squats
Front Squats
Barbell Rows

Wednesday: Deadlift Day
Deadlifts
Romanian Deadlifts
Overhead Press (might switch out for something else, not making ANY progress for awhile)
Dumbbell Rows
Grip Training

Friday: Bench Day
Barbell Bench
Pin Press
Lat Pulldown
Hammer Curls
Tricep Pushdowns
Abs (leg raises)

The plan is to add 5lb every workout to the main lifts, Squat, Deadlift and Bench. I am currently in week 2.

so far: Squat 180lb x 5 reps (yesterday), Deadlift 230 x 1 (last wednesday), and Bench 105 x 1 (last friday)

[metalchick]

Here are the fat/protein/carb #'s

Non-workout Days:
Calories from:
Fat: 612.5
Protein: 572
Carbs: 104

Workout Days:
Calories from:
Fat: 729.5
Protein: 676
Carbs: 164

[Danger]

Any chance you could post up which brands of protein you are using, I love the biotest stuff but the price is just retarded once you add in shipping be nice to see what other people consider equivalent.

How long are you going for the reg 28 days? Anyway best of luck!

[countrychic]

goodstuff metalchic....enjoy the journey :)

[Born2Juice4Ever]

Great thread here!! Thank you for taking the time to post your ideas and your work.

I am always on the lookout for info from women in the sport:)


B2J

[Rhinobolt10]

Nice to see you keeping a log... I'll be following!

[metalchick]

Thanks everyone! It's going well so far, waking up today was hard as hell.. lol, but I feel much better now.
I'm going to the gym tonight, Deadlift day, going to pull 235lb- hopefully with pretty clean form.



Any chance you could post up which brands of protein you are using, I love the biotest stuff but the price is just retarded once you add in shipping be nice to see what other people consider equivalent.

How long are you going for the reg 28 days? Anyway best of luck!

I am using 3 different brands for the diet (whether or not they are equal to biotest, I'm not sure, but I like them)

Optimum Casein Chocolate -- night shake
Decadent Whey Strawberry Banana-- morning
and Thermo-Lean Isolean Chocolate Banana parfait.

The last two I got from pumphousenutrition, good price.

I mix the flax oil in, and they taste great!-- no complaints here.
oh and yes, I'm doing the 28 days, then will switch to maintenance diet of 3 meals/ 3 shakes per day.

[Andre]

We got in a ton of free stuff for you to try when you come visit me at the Pickering gym :)

How's Garret doing, is he following the same plan?


Here are the fat/protein/carb #'s

Non-workout Days:
Calories from:
Fat: 612.5
Protein: 572
Carbs: 104

Workout Days:
Calories from:
Fat: 729.5
Protein: 676
Carbs: 164

[metalchick]

We got in a ton of free stuff for you to try when you come visit me at the Pickering gym :)

How's Garret doing, is he following the same plan?

ooh.. free stuff, nice. I think we will come in on friday, maybe around 12 or 2. You better be there!

Garett's doing pretty good, he's following the same plan pretty much, more calories obviously.. lol. We just started on monday (well tuesday for me), so we will see how it goes.

[metalchick]

Just got back from the gym a little while ago. Had a serious mental battle with myself, but luckily I won! The 235lb deadlift, which I have done before a few weeks ago-- tried 4 times, failed! Said **** it I give up, but I got mad at that, said **** it again, I am doing this. And i did it, pretty quick pull too. Stupid brain. I was taking too long to begin the pull, oh well lesson learned.

[gordi]

Nice stuff. I've often thought about going on a Velocity-style PSMF if and when I stop making positive changes from just eating a PCHP (pretty clean high protein) diet. Very interested in seeing how this goes for you.

[cedric]

My Workout Routine:

Mondays: Squat Day
Back Squats
Front Squats
Barbell Rows

Wednesday: Deadlift Day
Deadlifts
Romanian Deadlifts
Overhead Press (might switch out for something else, not making ANY progress for awhile)
Dumbbell Rows
Grip Training

Friday: Bench Day
Barbell Bench
Pin Press
Lat Pulldown
Hammer Curls
Tricep Pushdowns
Abs (leg raises)

The plan is to add 5lb every workout to the main lifts, Squat, Deadlift and Bench. I am currently in week 2.

so far: Squat 180lb x 5 reps (yesterday), Deadlift 230 x 1 (last wednesday), and Bench 105 x 1 (last friday)

hey there, thank for posting log!
just wondering why the deadlift and squat are M W. for me i would do M F to get an extra day of rest?

[faller]

I'll be following this log as well... I'm kinda wandering also about the deadlift and squat being M W..

[Andre]

Nice stuff. I've often thought about going on a Velocity-style PSMF if and when I stop making positive changes from just eating a PCHP (pretty clean high protein) diet. Very interested in seeing how this goes for you.

Nothing beats the PSMF when it comes to rapid fat loss!

[metalchick]

Woke up today, feel great!!

1st: what is PSMF? lol

2nd: I do squat/ deadlift M W because I can't wait until friday to deadlift, I love it too much. I like bench the least, so I put it on the last day, I dunno. Maybe not the best way to do it, but it has been working so far. Although yesterday, for the 1st time in awhile (credit the diet) I was still feeling sore from Monday. I just cant see myself waiting all week to do deadlifts.

[69challenger]

Great job on the deads last night!!!

[Andre]

1st: what is PSMF?


http://solo2.abac.com/avigdor/temp/diet/Diet%20stuff/fat2fit.doc

[faller]

http://solo2.abac.com/avigdor/temp/diet/Diet%20stuff/fat2fit.doc

Awesome!! Thanks for that!

[cedric]

Woke up today, feel great!!

1st: what is PSMF? lol

2nd: I do squat/ deadlift M W because I can't wait until friday to deadlift, I love it too much. I like bench the least, so I put it on the last day, I dunno. Maybe not the best way to do it, but it has been working so far. Although yesterday, for the 1st time in awhile (credit the diet) I was still feeling sore from Monday. I just cant see myself waiting all week to do deadlifts.

dedication and a half. i used to loooooove doing deads too. greatest exercise imo. good job with that pull

[metalchick]

Great job on the deads last night!!!
Thanks! I'm happy I did it in the end, I would have been soo pissed if i didn't. lol


http://solo2.abac.com/avigdor/temp/diet/Diet%20stuff/fat2fit.doc
Thanks Andre!! I've read some of it, will get back to it later!


dedication and a half. i used to loooooove doing deads too. greatest exercise imo. good job with that pull
And why don't you love them anymore?

[metalchick]

I have been feeling okay lately. Not sure if I have gone keto yet? Keep getting these wicked headaches. Not sure why?

Oh well, going to the gym soon! Bench today!

[Big D]

never mind. read it wrong lol,

anyways keep up the good work metalchick

[metalchick]

Great gym day, went to the new Pickering Anytime and it is great! I love it, very open.

Bench 115lb- pretty quickly, its a +10lb PR! awesome, must be doing something right. I think mainly it's because my form has improved alot, and I have been dedicating one day to my upper body.

Feel energetic today!

[Danger]

You must be busting your ass if your hitting PRs while doing a diet like this, 10lbs is alot awesome work!

[Andre]

Great gym day, went to the new Pickering Anytime and it is great! I love it, very open.

Bench 115lb- pretty quickly, its a +10lb PR! awesome, must be doing something right. I think mainly it's because my form has improved alot, and I have been dedicating one day to my upper body.

Feel energetic today!

It could be the High Voltage I gave you.... Honestly. the $hit works!

It was good seeing you and Garett today :)

[gsxr750]

Well done!! nice avy.. sexy tat. Keep it up babe!

[Rhinobolt10]

I have been feeling okay lately. Not sure if I have gone keto yet? Keep getting these wicked headaches. Not sure why?

Oh well, going to the gym soon! Bench today!


I always get really bad headaches whenever I go very low carb...

I just drink a pile of water and it's always helped me... advil too...

[Big D]

Great gym day, went to the new Pickering Anytime and it is great! I love it, very open.

Bench 115lb- pretty quickly, its a +10lb PR! awesome, must be doing something right. I think mainly it's because my form has improved alot, and I have been dedicating one day to my upper body.

Feel energetic today!

thats a great PR. keep up the good work

[St]

Well done!! nice avy.. sexy tat. Keep it up babe!

Ya i love the tat as well,with soft skin female haha.
Just try to up your protein a bit you can use more in your diet.

[metalchick]

You must be busting your ass if your hitting PRs while doing a diet like this, 10lbs is alot awesome work!

Thanks, I'm trying to banish the thinking (from myself mostly) that strength will be lost on a diet. I feel that I'm doing pretty good so far.

[Felinecougar]

Great posts dear. Were about the same size off season.

Remember it's not how much u lift but how strong you look. True during dieting down one looses strength, but you look strong outside the gym and that is where it counts.

[Dozer1980]

235 deadlift sounds awesome to me considering your weight great post and good luck!

[metalchick]

Great posts dear. Were about the same size off season.

Remember it's not how much u lift but how strong you look. True during dieting down one looses strength, but you look strong outside the gym and that is where it counts.

Thanks!

Also, I'm planning on competing in powerlifting, so for me strength is key.

[cedric]

And why don't you love them anymore?

the beauty of injuries...

[metalchick]

Went to the gym today!
Squat Day! Back Squats: 185lb for 5 reps.
and Front Squats: 110lb for 5 reps. Both are PR's for me!
*I need to remember to take videos of my lifts* -- lol keep forgetting.
Diet is going pretty well. Tomorrow is the day when I get to eat a meal, and it's also my birthday, so I am going to the Keg. Going to get something healthy, but yummy!
Ahi Tuna! :puff

[Felinecougar]

Went to the gym today!
Squat Day! Back Squats: 185lb for 5 reps.
and Front Squats: 110lb for 5 reps. Both are PR's for me!
*I need to remember to take videos of my lifts* -- lol keep forgetting.
Diet is going pretty well. Tomorrow is the day when I get to eat a meal, and it's also my birthday, so I am going to the Keg. Going to get something healthy, but yummy!
Ahi Tuna! :puff


Ahi Tuna...making me drool. I have some in the freezer but because of finances I'm saving it for a special sushi night.

Recheck your first post dear. I think you waist n hip measurements are reversed.

[swolegantor]

Waist: 28
Hips: 36.2


?????

[metalchick]

Okay here it is:

Weight: 126lb on my scale (down 8lbs)
Shoulders: 40.5 inches, no change
Bust: 36 (- .5)
Waist: 27 (- 1)
Hips: 35.5 (- .7)
Butt: 37.5 (-1.5)
Right: Bicep (flexed): 11.2 (-.3) Calf: 14 (-.2) Thigh: 22.3 (-.7)
Left: Bicep (flexed): 11 (-.2) Calf: 14 (-.2) Thigh: 22.3 (-.7)

I am pretty happy with the progress so far. Have a long way to go. But one week of this diet down and 3 to go! Yay

[Rhinobolt10]

Way to go!! 8 lbs in a week is some pretty serious weight!

[metalchick]

Thanks Rhinobolt!


Deadlift day yesterday, deadlifted 240lb for 1- new PR yay!

Today the diet feels so hard :(.. lol it sucks

[Andre]

Thanks Rhinobolt!


Deadlift day yesterday, deadlifted 240lb for 1- new PR yay!

Today the diet feels so hard :(.. lol it sucks

That's crazy... you will be at 2X your body weight soon! Pound for Pound I think you may be stronger than Garret :)

I got the video camera ready... let me know the next time go for a PR!

[69challenger]

Awesome job on the DL!!!

[Big D]

Thanks Rhinobolt!


Deadlift day yesterday, deadlifted 240lb for 1- new PR yay!

Today the diet feels so hard :(.. lol it sucks

thats amazing, good work :)

[metalchick]

That's crazy... you will be at 2X your body weight soon! Pound for Pound I think you may be stronger than Garret :)

I got the video camera ready... let me know the next time go for a PR!

Okay I definitely will. Probably next wednesday

[metalchick]

Sorry haven't been on in awhile.

Was feeling depressed all weekend!! But I am much better now.

I made two Back Squat PR's yesterday!! 190lb x 2 reps, and 205lb for a 1 RM!
I'm pretty happy about the 205- it felt way easier then when I did 200lb back in January- and I am lighter now! All good.

I didn't do my measurements today- going to do them tomorrow. I am excited and nervous. :S

Tomorrow I am planning on deadlifting 245lb- possibly 250- hopefully I am under 125- so I will be at a double bodyweight deadlift. I promise I will take a few videos tomorrow. I am super excited for this- and FOOD after!

[Born2Juice4Ever]

Hey little chickie:) Good to see you back....you grab that depression by the horn and show it who is in charge!! :)


Keep on going!!! Great DL by the way, very good for you!!




B2J

[metalchick]

Hey little chickie:) Good to see you back....you grab that depression by the horn and show it who is in charge!! :)


Keep on going!!! Great DL by the way, very good for you!!




B2J


Thanks B2J!

[faller]

Was wandering where you had gotten too.. Congrats on the PR's :yeah

[metalchick]

So I did my measurements today. I am a little disappointed, but from doing this diet before the second week is always the suckiest ( I hope) lol

Weight: 126lb- no change

Shoulders: 40.5 (-.5)
Bust: 35.7 (- .3)
Waist: 26.9 (-.1)
Hips: 35.1 (-.4)
Butt: 37.5 - no change
Right: Bicep: 11 (-.2) Forearm: 9.2 - no change
Thigh: 22.1 (-.2) Calf: 14 - no change
Left: Bicep: 11 - no change Forearm: 9.2 - no change
Thigh: 22.1 (-.2) Calf: 14 - no change

Oh well, gotta keep moving on.. lol. Honestly, this makes me more determined.

[Big D]

ever hear the saying, your perfect the way you are ;)

[metalchick]

Thanks Big D- that made me smile :)

[metalchick]

Had a yummy pita yesterday for my meal- it was great. Anyone in the durham area- try Mazaar Grill!- It's delicious (Hwy 2 near whites rd)


On another note- couldn't pull 250lb yesterday- wasn't in the mind set. I tried and failed 3 times, then decided I would leave it for another day. Not too happy about this but I think it was the right decision. I know I can do it, I just need to be in the right mind.

My entire body was hurting soo much at the gym yesterday. Trying to decide if I should change up my program, or continue with this for another week or so. My body is telling me it's time to change up soon. I originally planned to go to a 250lb deadlift (hence why I attempted it on wed)- but I did hit a pretty easy 205lb PR on squats the monday before that.

Grr. Don't know what to do- i might keep with it for one more week, then move on to something else. Something fresh.

[metalchick]

okay- im going to suck it up.

Here are photos I have taken for the diet so far- only two sets because week 1 and 2 look pretty much the same

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt171/333cactai/pp-side.jpg

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt171/333cactai/pp-back.jpg

my ass looks so much better if I say so myself

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt171/333cactai/pp-front.jpg

****- I want abs!

[metalchick]

All alone in my log :(

lol.. oh well

So i will admit, I kinda ****ed up on the diet a bit. I have always had a problem with eating ALOT! lol, and I let myself slip into it a few times. I think its because that's how I have always dealt with stress, and I have soo much to do for school right now. But doing that is just taking me away from what i need to get done.

I have decided to add an extra week for the one I ****ed up- so today I am going to get through it without ****ing up! That is my plan.

Also, new gym routine. My goal is for it to be short and effective. I'm thinking to have one base movement (squat, bench, deadlift), then do 3-5 sets of a combo or complex after with an assistance to the base movement, and 2-4 other movements each workout. For the next month, I just need a quicker, simple routine to make more room for school. Then when I am done, I will switch to something else.

[gsxr750]

The photos don't lie! Well done so far - big improvements! Keep it up

[69challenger]

You've made some good progress so far. Don't get too down on yourself about the f-up in the diet, hopefully the new routine at the gym will work out for you:)

[Danger]

You've deffinatly made progress I think your being a little hard on yourself, I doubt most people would be hitting PRs on a restrictive diet like you did. Take it easy in the gym for awhile and focus on eating right and resting especially if you are feeling stressed from school/work or whatever.

[metalchick]

Thanks Everyone!

So I made it through yesterday and kept on the diet, which is a good sign.. lol

Also, tried out my new routine, and I am hurting! 5 x 5 for 135, plus a complex killed my legs!

[Andre]

Nice bikini shots... I think our memberships sales would increase if you worked out in that outfit :)

Honestly speaking, my advice would be either focus on powerlifting or cutting up... by trying to do both at the same time you will not excel at either... Maybe cut up in the summer and powerlift in the winter...

You are not far from abs... but those last 10-15lbs are a killer...

Whatever you decide to do... you look great and are pound for pound one of the strongest people I know!

[Big D]

hey MC keep up the good work, your doing great so far.
i know sometimes its hard to keep a clean diet but once you start seeing great results your never want to stop eating clean. :)

[metalchick]

Nice bikini shots... I think our memberships sales would increase if you worked out in that outfit :)

Honestly speaking, my advice would be either focus on powerlifting or cutting up... by trying to do both at the same time you will not excel at either... Maybe cut up in the summer and powerlift in the winter...

You are not far from abs... but those last 10-15lbs are a killer...

Whatever you decide to do... you look great and are pound for pound one of the strongest people I know!

lol.. I dont think I could work out in that! It would be bad news.

I love powerlifting, so I don't think I could take time off from it, however I have realized that by trying to hir PR's every workout I am killing myself. The 5x5 is a better option. I don't want to lose strength! And plus I want to compete possibly in the summer or september.

Yea those 10-15 are going to be soo hard! lol- never in my life have i had abs!

Thanks so much :)

[metalchick]

hey MC keep up the good work, your doing great so far.
i know sometimes its hard to keep a clean diet but once you start seeing great results your never want to stop eating clean. :)

Thanks! It's a struggle, but I have been doing good for the past few days. It's really hard to eat clean because I still live at home, and my parents don't eat too well. It's hard to resist when you have to look at a doughnut like 5 times a day! haha.. but I realized today that I am excited for this, and have now come to a point where I think it is weird to have a meal without having a green vegetable in it!

[ironwill]

Thanks! It's a struggle, but I have been doing good for the past few days. It's really hard to eat clean because I still live at home, and my parents don't eat too well. It's hard to resist when you have to look at a doughnut like 5 times a day! haha.. but I realized today that I am excited for this, and have now come to a point where I think it is weird to have a meal without having a green vegetable in it!
it takes will power if you truly want it there is no excuse.....I watch dudes eat takeout, doughnuts, catered lunches etc....there i sit with my skinless chicken and asparagus, or oats etc....Many of us do it without fail....it takes deep desire...It makes me feel stronger knowing i have the balls to be able to sacrifice without regret and feel great whilst doing it.....BUT come post contest, i will have my cake, and eat it to....
Get a definite goal, get your head in the game and go for it....Otherwise you are going to never be happy and always talk about it....:beat

[metalchick]

Oh man, I have been so busy, and am going to be super busy for the next few weeks. So much to do for school right now, but Im almost done! Can't wait.

So the diet is going pretty well.
I weighed/ measured myself on tuesday, here are the results:
Weight: 125lb (-1lb)
Shoulders: 39 (-.5)
Bust: 35.6 (-.1)
Waist: 26.1 (-.8)
Hips: 34.5 (-.6)
Butt: 37.2 (-.3)
Biceps: 11 - no change
Forearms: 9.2 - no change
Calves: 14 - no change
Thighs: 21.5 (-.6)

All of the comparisons I took from April 22nd.
So I have one week left, and will most likely do mostly shakes the week after that too, because it is convenient with my busy schedule.
But once school is over I want to incorporate more carbs, so I can go running, and do fun outside cardio!

[Danger]

The busier the better you wont have time to think about not succeeding! I think losing 9lbs and hitting a few PRs is deffinatly a good sign so far. Just remember with diet its all commitment and consistancy.

[metalchick]

The busier the better you wont have time to think about not succeeding! I think losing 9lbs and hitting a few PRs is deffinatly a good sign so far. Just remember with diet its all commitment and consistancy.

The busier and more stressed I am the more I want to eat! lol, its how I have always dealt with stress in my life, I need to find another way!

Oh well, I have been doing okay recently, been a little more leniant, but tomorrow I am going to reel it back in.

I cant wait until school is done, and I will have more time for the gym and to relax outside!

[metalchick]

I have been slacking on this log.

I plan on posting more in it.

Anyway, I have a planned powerlifting contest on July 18th. I'm hoping to compete at 123lb, but I have to lose some weight to do that.

Right now my maxes are 205lb Squat, 115lb Bench, and 240lb Deadlift. I haven't been training as much as I would like to be, but I am going to start in earnest today.

[steve_d]

Honestly speaking, my advice would be either focus on powerlifting or cutting up... by trying to do both at the same time you will not excel at either... Maybe cut up in the summer and powerlift in the winter...

I don't agree with this and I know a few powerlifters that excel at both...It's not about the total number of pounds you lift that determines if you excel at powerlifting...

Personally, at a very defined 165 I will have a higher wilks than at 181. I feel a hell of a lot stronger at 181, but its not about how much you lift. I find this even more true for women. My wife for example doesn't lose any strength even the day of a figure show (perhaps 5-10 pounds per lift tops just from being so carb depleted).

I think you should keep at it (both that is).

[69challenger]

Funny, I'm only a few days out from competition and I've hit PR's in bench, deads and presses in the last few weeks. I'm thinking of giving PL an go next year, but don't know ANYTHING about it really. Keep us posted metalchick, I'd be interested to know how you do:)

[Rhinobolt10]

I have been slacking on this log.

I plan on posting more in it.

Anyway, I have a planned powerlifting contest on July 18th. I'm hoping to compete at 123lb, but I have to lose some weight to do that.

Right now my maxes are 205lb Squat, 115lb Bench, and 240lb Deadlift. I haven't been training as much as I would like to be, but I am going to start in earnest today.


You coming to the Ottawa open? I'm not competing as it's a drug tested meet, and I steer clear of those... but I'm handling a friend there, and probably helping out with spotting... It's a great meet to do, and Barry runs it very well

[metalchick]

I don't agree with this and I know a few powerlifters that excel at both...It's not about the total number of pounds you lift that determines if you excel at powerlifting...

Personally, at a very defined 165 I will have a higher wilks than at 181. I feel a hell of a lot stronger at 181, but its not about how much you lift. I find this even more true for women. My wife for example doesn't lose any strength even the day of a figure show (perhaps 5-10 pounds per lift tops just from being so carb depleted).

I think you should keep at it (both that is).

I think I am going to try and do both. When I am on a higher protein/fat / lower carb diet I seem to be stronger anyways.


Funny, I'm only a few days out from competition and I've hit PR's in bench, deads and presses in the last few weeks. I'm thinking of giving PL an go next year, but don't know ANYTHING about it really. Keep us posted metalchick, I'd be interested to know how you do:)

Thanks! I will definitely let you know how it goes.


You coming to the Ottawa open? I'm not competing as it's a drug tested meet, and I steer clear of those... but I'm handling a friend there, and probably helping out with spotting... It's a great meet to do, and Barry runs it very well

Awesome! I will see you there then!

[St]

I have been slacking on this log.

I plan on posting more in it.

Anyway, I have a planned powerlifting contest on July 18th. I'm hoping to compete at 123lb, but I have to lose some weight to do that.

Right now my maxes are 205lb Squat, 115lb Bench, and 240lb Deadlift. I haven't been training as much as I would like to be, but I am going to start in earnest today.

Will you be still entering this competition.

[metalchick]

So, I just competed in my first powerlifting competition on Saturday.

It was great, and I loved every minute of it.

I weighed in at 58kg, around 127lb.

I didn't do as well as I feel I could have, but here are the lifts:

Squat: 184 lb, 198lb, 225 (red lighted because I didn't squat low enough). Wearing knee wraps and a belt

Bench: 88lb, did too far of a weight jump, failed twice at 105lb :( It's the pause that gets me!

Deadlift: 205lb, failed twice at 231lb, was putting my feet wider then my normal stance for some reason, and couldn't get it off the ground.

I am pretty disappointed in what I lifted, but I am proud that I did the meet!
Just going and doing it was a huge step, and now I have numbers to beat next time!

Overall it was a great experience and everyone was so helpful!

[daande]

Where was the power lifting competition?

[faller]

Just going and doing it was a huge step, and now I have numbers to beat next time!

And with that attitude you will!! Good for you and keep at it, it'll come together for you.

[metalchick]

Where was the power lifting competition?

It was in Ottawa.


And with that attitude you will!! Good for you and keep at it, it'll come together for you.

Thanks!

[daande]

I was asking because I live like an hour from ajax and I might be interested in trying a power lifting competition.

[Rhinobolt10]

Don't worry about the first meet... it's always a write off

The combination of timing your warm ups, getting your knees wrapped at the right time, picking the right attempts, turning in attempts... well it's pretty crazy the first time you do it...

The 2nd time is much much easier... you still get the nerves... at least i still do... but things come more natural and you're not freaking out... well I still do that too...

You handled yourself really well at the meet, I didn't get to see you lift really, I was handling another lifter and when you do that, you have to make sure you give them all the support they need... but you weren't freaking out or crying... I've seen a lot of both...