@1blackwed1 Thanks I appreciate the positive feedback. I really want to inspire those who face physical adversity. Better to pick someone up then to put them down!
Well done man, I've trained natural for over 13 years and can only do that weight for 4 bad reps, I'm only 13 stone 4 and 5 foot 9 though, u look like a big guy. I've got to ask, what's the story behind the shooting??
You're definately bouncing off your chest, which may help you do big weights, but they wont count for PBs, and you wont be working the bit of pec thats for the bottom part.
I really wasn't bouncing it if you notice I kept my ass flat to the bench (most people arch so high you can drive a car under them). I could have probably paused at the bottom but I really didn't feel the need as I like fluidity in the press. I used to go up to 500lbs but now I keep it mostly for reps at 275 for 15-20.
Your probably right. When I walked on as a fullback at Florida State University, the first thing on board drills that Coach Billy Sexton (Running back coach) said "were going to find out if your a football player or a weight lifter" I ended up fourth on the depth chart behind Paul Moore who was under Edgar Bennett (Green Bay Packers). But to answer the question, I am not a power lifter nor did I have any desire to be. All the best.
You should always warm up but try instead of going to 225 then to 315 to do slow deliberate reps to warm up and skip 225 and go right to 315 that way your not consuming all of the muscles energy in between. That is what has worked for me. But definitely warm up. Good luck and keep stretching your limits. All the best, Alan
@silencer186 Sorry for the late reply, I missed the post. I have had days when I get under 315 pounds or more and I just don't feel it. Remember if you have to go lighter then do it. On the days you are feeling strong then warm up and then go to 315 remember you have a limited amount of ATP or energy and after a couple of sets you will start building up Lactic Acid which will inhibit the lift.
@muzimuzi Coming to the aid of a girl who I was friends with who was beaten by a sadistic ass*ole. I produced my arms, he produced a gun (coward) and shot me twice. I spent the next year in rehab learning to walk again and came back and did Mr. Southeast Florida and took 1st place in the heavy weight class. I had good intentions however you know the adage that the road to hell is paved with them. I wouldn't have changed anything because adversity is a joke now!
@PWRLFTR242 Thanks. I was shot with a .38 caliber revolver the bullet went through and through the right arm and one lodged in my left femur. I was left with a plate in my arm and a rod in my femur. It was a long road to recovery but you have two choices, give up or go on...I chose the latter. Always remain positive! All the best!
@PWRLFTR242 Thanks for the encouraging words. My right arm where the bullet entered and exited suffered partial paralysis from the bruising of the radial nerve. Eventually, when the nerve died off back to the point of origin and made it's way back down, I regained mobility in my hand. My dad who was deeply effected by my injury told me in my depression that you can succeed or fail either way it is a choice you have to live with. That is why I put up the video to encourage other's to keep going!
You're the man
travisrey 7 months ago
@travisrey Thanks Travis!
philipsona 7 months ago
very impressive man, only thing I don't like is the bouncing off the chest, but great strength!!
HunterStump 8 months ago
dude, inspirational.
1blackwed1 9 months ago
@1blackwed1 Thanks I appreciate the positive feedback. I really want to inspire those who face physical adversity. Better to pick someone up then to put them down!
philipsona 9 months ago
Well done man, I've trained natural for over 13 years and can only do that weight for 4 bad reps, I'm only 13 stone 4 and 5 foot 9 though, u look like a big guy. I've got to ask, what's the story behind the shooting??
ogrishtm 1 year ago
You're definately bouncing off your chest, which may help you do big weights, but they wont count for PBs, and you wont be working the bit of pec thats for the bottom part.
Other than that, nice!
fazure 2 years ago
I really wasn't bouncing it if you notice I kept my ass flat to the bench (most people arch so high you can drive a car under them). I could have probably paused at the bottom but I really didn't feel the need as I like fluidity in the press. I used to go up to 500lbs but now I keep it mostly for reps at 275 for 15-20.
philipsona 2 years ago
@philipsona you are strong, but fazure has a point. that wont count as a powerlift.
and your going down to fast to consider that a proper movement to body build..
but if your not a power lifter or a bodybuilder..
you are strong, there is no doubt about that.
josebrid 1 year ago
Your probably right. When I walked on as a fullback at Florida State University, the first thing on board drills that Coach Billy Sexton (Running back coach) said "were going to find out if your a football player or a weight lifter" I ended up fourth on the depth chart behind Paul Moore who was under Edgar Bennett (Green Bay Packers). But to answer the question, I am not a power lifter nor did I have any desire to be. All the best.
philipsona 1 year ago
i did 315 bench 3 times but lately i couldnt bench it anymore cause i didnt get a pump when i was warming up. Has that ever happen to you?
silencer186 2 years ago
You should always warm up but try instead of going to 225 then to 315 to do slow deliberate reps to warm up and skip 225 and go right to 315 that way your not consuming all of the muscles energy in between. That is what has worked for me. But definitely warm up. Good luck and keep stretching your limits. All the best, Alan
philipsona 2 years ago
@silencer186 Sorry for the late reply, I missed the post. I have had days when I get under 315 pounds or more and I just don't feel it. Remember if you have to go lighter then do it. On the days you are feeling strong then warm up and then go to 315 remember you have a limited amount of ATP or energy and after a couple of sets you will start building up Lactic Acid which will inhibit the lift.
philipsona 9 months ago
Dude. That is badass. You got shot in the freaking arm and your still bull strong!
I mean its not cool that you got shot, but it is cool that you don't let that hold you back! 5 STARS!!!!!
PWRLFTR242 3 years ago 5
Thanks, I still have the plate in my arm and I have yet to set off the metal detectors at the airport. Thanks for the post, keep liftin.
Alan
philipsona 2 years ago
Plate in your arm are you a cyborg then maybe you're having easy time with 315 because you got a robotic hand =D just kiddin'
muzimuzi 2 years ago
sometimes I feel like a cyborg especially around metal detectors :)
philipsona 1 year ago
@philipsona how u got shot btw?
muzimuzi 1 year ago
@muzimuzi Coming to the aid of a girl who I was friends with who was beaten by a sadistic ass*ole. I produced my arms, he produced a gun (coward) and shot me twice. I spent the next year in rehab learning to walk again and came back and did Mr. Southeast Florida and took 1st place in the heavy weight class. I had good intentions however you know the adage that the road to hell is paved with them. I wouldn't have changed anything because adversity is a joke now!
philipsona 7 months ago
@PWRLFTR242 Thanks. I was shot with a .38 caliber revolver the bullet went through and through the right arm and one lodged in my left femur. I was left with a plate in my arm and a rod in my femur. It was a long road to recovery but you have two choices, give up or go on...I chose the latter. Always remain positive! All the best!
philipsona 1 year ago 4
@PWRLFTR242 Thanks for the encouraging words. My right arm where the bullet entered and exited suffered partial paralysis from the bruising of the radial nerve. Eventually, when the nerve died off back to the point of origin and made it's way back down, I regained mobility in my hand. My dad who was deeply effected by my injury told me in my depression that you can succeed or fail either way it is a choice you have to live with. That is why I put up the video to encourage other's to keep going!
philipsona 5 months ago
very impressive/strong!!!
PRUSSA 3 years ago 2
Thanks, my left arm is more dominant.
philipsona 3 years ago
Good lifting!
HHH396 3 years ago 2