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Keep a journal of your bodybuilding and training lifestyle here. i.e Training, Diet, Recovery etc..

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  1. 5/3//1 Finally!!!!

    So I saw that Jim Wendler released a new version of 5/3/1 and with the holidays and work ive been looking for something simpler and shorter for my training so I decided to finally give it a shot. I usually am not one for set programs so im probably going to stray a bit on the accessory work, but...

    Started by danki, 12-15-2011 10:33 PM
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  2. 5/3/1 "Boring But Big" 3-Month Challenge

    I am a big fan of the 5/3/1 routine, will try out this revised version that Jim Wendler posted earlier this year, looks very interesting and fun :drooling: http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_article/most_recent/the_boring_but_big_3month_challenge It is done 4 days per week, and three cycles...

    Started by Zorachus, 05-16-2012 10:42 AM
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  3. 5/3/1 journal

    new to the forum , ive been following jim wendler's 5/3/1 program for about 2 months now,all my lifts have gone up , now as im approaching football season im cutting down on weight room work and upping the conditioning.. stats. ht- 6"6 wt- 265 age- 20 1 rep max squat- 455

    Started by yoke, 06-03-2013 02:54 PM
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    06-13-2013 05:52 PM Go to last post
  4. A new level -- Powerlifting Log

    Hi all. I was looking for a place to post my journal. Saw Big Tone posting here so figured my presence couldn't make it any worse. :evillaugh: I'm a 42 year old powerlifter. I started about 4-5 years ago and have competed a couple of times, though it has been about a year and a half because...

    Started by andhen2003, 05-09-2011 12:42 PM
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  5. a Westside n00b's journey

    So, yesterday i started training westside. i'm definetely still learning and reading. i don't go to school or work right now, so i'm hoping to progress fairly quick, learn, and see some decent strength gains. i'll post my weight and height later tonight, after i weigh myself at the gym. yesterday i...

    Started by Lones Green, 04-30-2007 05:16 PM
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    06-17-2013 01:55 PM Go to last post
  6. Pro Journal - Adrian's Training log 600@220

    How I got started benching So I am going take ya back to when I started to bench. First off I had two horrible experinces growing up trying to workout. First one I was about 7 years old. I saw a video of Hulk Hogan and I thought man I want to be as big as him. So I thought it would be a good idea...

    Started by larsen540, 10-14-2012 08:23 AM
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    06-15-2013 06:10 AM Go to last post
  7. ALLEN'S OFF SEASON Bodybuilding journal 2012-2013

    It's been a while since I posted last. After my last contest on April 28th I took 2 weeks off training and diet to let me body and mind rest and relax from the 6 months of contest prep. If you read my contest journal you know I had a great showing at my last contest and looked the best I have ever...

    Started by Allen Cress, 05-15-2012 07:15 AM
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    Yesterday 01:28 PM Go to last post
  8. Amounirl's Training Log

    Hey guys, this is my first post! I've been keeping a private log for a while, and I recently started a log on a different site. It seems that more people on this website are interested in powerlifting and natural lifting than the other one though, so I'm going to start posting here! Here are my...

    Started by amounirl, 12-20-2011 03:06 PM
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    bodybuilding, lifting, powerlifting, training log, weight training
    • Replies: 608
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    Yesterday 06:31 PM Go to last post
  9. Pro Journal - April Mathis Training Log

    Because Brian said it was a good idea to post this here, This is just a copy of mine at supertraining.com, so it's the same thing obviously for whoever reads that. My next meet is still going to be raw full-power, so that is what I am focusing on. I'm trying to learn a bench shirt and once in...

    Started by April Mathis, 12-29-2011 01:32 PM
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    • Replies: 326
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    Yesterday 07:16 PM Go to last post
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    AtLarge Nutrition Rewards Program We are very proud to announce the launch of our new AtLarge Nutrition Rewards Program! This program is VERY exciting as it is seamless, easy to use, and incredibly expansive in what it can do, not to mention the fact it is awesome for you, our amazing customers!...

    Started by chris mason, 05-28-2013 10:30 PM
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  11. Aut Caesar Aut Nihil ( "Olympic Powerbuilding" )

    Well then... i have to keep a journal somewhere... and at this point i cant even tell if my posts on the other forum are even there... so i'll start a temporary journal here. Might just turn into a permanent one. It was either here or at Pendlay forum, and though i AM a weightlifter before i am a...

    Started by Judas, 09-30-2012 05:17 AM
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    06-15-2013 03:59 AM Go to last post
  12. Babyeater Lifts: Powerlifting Adventures

    Hi everyone! I have been lurking around the site for a bit and really want to make a log and join the diverse group of lifters posting here. A little about me: Age: 26 Height: 5'2" Weight: 110-113 note: I have competed twice in the 114 class and now plan to cut weight to 105 for my April 2013...

    Started by babyeater, 02-09-2013 02:25 PM
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    105, powerlifting, woman
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    05-30-2013 07:24 PM Go to last post
  13. Bako Lifter's Journal

    Hey guys, I'm starting my very first journal so feel free to leave me a post whenever you visit. I'd appreciate all of the criticism and tips you guys might have. I'm 16 years old, 141 lbs, and 5'7". My goals are primarily to get stronger, but I am also trying to gain as much lean body mass as I...

    Started by Bako Lifter, 03-29-2007 06:00 PM
    142 Pages
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    • Replies: 3,534
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    06-05-2013 10:32 PM Go to last post
  14. Bald Bulls Log

    3/5 hack squat machine 2px5 3px3 4px2 5px2 6px1(WRAPS HERE OUT) 7PX3 SINGLES Back Attack

    Started by bald bull, 03-23-2009 09:53 PM
    89 Pages
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    06-13-2013 03:30 PM Go to last post
  15. Pro Journal - Barbaccio's Journal

    Stats: 6'6 370lbs 37 y/o Squat: 905 Bench: 800 Dead: 740 Total: 2400 Hoping to go 2500 before this year is out.

    Started by Barbaccio, 08-19-2009 05:36 AM
    68 Pages
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    • Replies: 1,690
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    Yesterday 07:46 AM Go to last post
  16. Basement Dweller

    Beginning a new log, kind of a bad time because I am feeling beat up at the moment and will look to deload in a couple of weeks but oh well. Current supplements are Results,Protein,Fish oil and Flax seed oil. I was involved in powerlifting about 12-15 years ago and stepped away due to life and kids...

    Started by blong, 08-11-2010 06:58 PM
    53 Pages
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    • Replies: 1,312
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    05-25-2013 05:47 PM Go to last post
  17. Big Ragu's 5/3/1 Journal

    3-25-13 I've never done one of these things so I figured maybe it'll help me hold myself accountable if it's out there on the web. Today I started the 531 program. My goals are to get stronger, plain and simple. I'm new to all of this, so if anyone happens to read this and see something I'm doing...

    Started by big ragu, 03-25-2013 11:59 AM
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    06-11-2013 12:54 PM Go to last post
  18. BIGNIC AND GETFIT's Wrestling Journal

    Well due to several reasons ive fallen out of the competition i was going to enter. Now my plan is to do a lean bulk until late july or august when i should be shipping off to basic. My plan for this bulk is to take in around 4000 calories and around 200 grams of protein. My workouts will be...

    Started by BigNic, 06-13-2004 10:37 AM
    66 Pages
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    • Replies: 1,627
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    06-17-2013 02:31 PM Go to last post
  19. BloodandThunder's Journal

    Training for the 2010 USAPL PA States most likely. Typically follow a Westside-style routine to increase GPP and to increase raw lifts immediately following a meet. Then start to increase intensity on lifts that will help the equipped 3 lifts. Then peak with a modified Sheiko CMS/MS routine. ...

    Started by BloodandThunder, 12-20-2009 09:39 PM
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    06-17-2013 07:10 AM Go to last post
  20. Brian C's Journal

    New log

    Started by Brian C, 03-24-2009 09:03 PM
    195 Pages
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  21. BULK_BOY BACK at it!

    THURSDAY JULY 10/08 DL............................5 x 5 ~ 135, 205, 255 Close-grip Pulldowns....1 x 8 ~ 140, 150, 165 x 3 sets Inclined BP.................1 x 5 ~ 95, 125, 135 x 5 sets DB Rows....................1 x 5 ~ 60, 70, 80 Decline Skullbusters....3 x 8 ~ 65 Okay workout. Hard to...

    Started by BULK_BOY, 07-11-2008 08:26 AM
    36 Pages
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    06-08-2013 05:33 PM Go to last post
  22. Charles Fay Training Log

    Several weeks ago i did my first comp after a 2yr layoff going 950-605-735-2290 @275, which qualified me for APF nationals in June. I have a long way to go to get back into PR territory for my squat, bench and total but after taking a week off after the meet, i am getting back into my training. ...

    Started by Charles Fay, 11-15-2011 10:16 AM
    14 Pages
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    06-17-2013 02:32 PM Go to last post
  23. ConjugateWod Testing Grounds

    I try to keep track of stuff on my phone and it works awfully, so here I am. Current Goals: Be very fit for Tough Mudder on Sept 29, 2012. Bench double bodyweight Learn the oly lifts Be a functional and mobile person instead of being hurt and stiff. Currently weight 145-150 depending on...

    Started by ljosaitis, 09-05-2012 03:51 PM
    11 Pages
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  24. Covpride's log

    Started powerlifting in March. Numbers as of March 205lbs Bench PR 195lbs Squat PR 250lbs Deadlift PR 275lbs Now 213lbs Bench PR 265lbs

    Started by covpride, 08-20-2010 06:35 PM
    21 Pages
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    • Replies: 501
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    06-11-2013 04:55 AM Go to last post
  25. Pro Journal - CR's Powerlifting Journal

    Figured I'd start a new journal here. I have a meet in just over 2 weeks(Feb 14th). I have been maintaining my bodyweight at right around 153 for the past 6 weeks or so and I will compete @148 and hopefully rehydrate back up to at least 153. My goal is to squat 600+ and total Elite. Here are a...

    Started by Chris Rodgers, 01-29-2007 07:52 PM
    140 Pages
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    • Replies: 3,492
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    06-17-2013 02:25 PM Go to last post
  26. danki's Cluster F$#* Log

    Decided to start a new log, since I haven't been doing 5/3/1 for a long time and the title of the other one didn't match what I was doing. I couldn't think of a good name, so I picked "danki's Cluster F$#* Log", because I do a lot of clusters in my training, and it is sometimes random. At the...

    Started by danki, 05-30-2013 09:10 PM
    • Replies: 16
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  27. Danny Ginden's Training Log

    I am 16 weeks out from APF Senior Nationals and will be starting my training cycle next week. Looking forward to getting back at it. Saturday, February 9, 2013 Warm Up: Foam Roll, Ham/Quad/Groin/Hips, Indian Clubs, DB Front/Lateral Raises, Cuff Rotations, Mini Band Back Work Bench Bar ...

    Started by EandO, 02-09-2013 08:30 PM
    3 Pages
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    southside barbell
    • Replies: 55
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    06-15-2013 02:12 PM Go to last post
  28. Deep South Barbell - IRBS Training

    Since all the forums out there suck, and I've been using ALN stuff for a while now, I figured I would throw a training log up here. We have a small private gym/Barbell Club in Huntsville, AL called Deep South Barbell. We currently train out of the shop behind my house, but will likely be moving...

    Started by IRBS, 03-14-2012 06:23 AM
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  29. DLK's Log, the road to a 500 pound bench

    Use to be over at FI but seems its gone now, so ima try and keep up with some of this again. Been awhile since ive been online with a log. Mainly just focusin on bench lately but started squattin again and pull again soon. Heres the last few i remember. 4-1-13 Bench 135-6 225-4 315-1...

    Started by DLK, 04-22-2013 10:53 PM
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    1 2
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 4,417
    06-15-2013 04:04 AM Go to last post
  30. Dodgybob 2013 - Training Log

    Hi guys, Pretty new to this forum. I've spent the last 3 or so years working out, the first 18 months or so pretty regularly, got my strength up to a decent point. Last 18 months I trained maybe 2x/week, switched routines a bunch of times, rehabbed a couple of niggling little injuries, and...

    Started by dodgybob, 03-19-2013 05:28 AM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 1,625
    05-22-2013 04:14 PM Go to last post
  31. Dropping Weight and Trying to Get Stronger!

    It's been awhile since I've been on here, but I remember learning a TON from people here when I started competing in powerlifting (back in 2007). I'm hoping to document some of my training to possibly inspire others and push myself beyond my limits. Some background info: 38 years old 5'9" ...

    Started by Buccos1, 08-02-2012 02:56 PM
    12 Pages
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    • Replies: 280
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    06-17-2013 05:51 PM Go to last post
  32. Energy Legs!

    Alright so I'm starting a new journal because my training has moved to a whole other level this past year my old journal had some newbie workouts in it clear back from when I was in high school haha. I am Currently on west side for skinny bastardsV.3 slightly modified to more advanced to...

    Started by ThomasG, 01-15-2010 09:57 PM
    95 Pages
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    • Replies: 2,371
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    06-17-2013 05:44 PM Go to last post
  33. Eric Cartman's Old School Back to Basics Ultra-Mega-Mega Training Log!!!!

    Hey folks, I have started this log because I need your help.... In the past, I have done sloppy bulking, bad routines, and gotten nothing but fat and weak... THIS TIME FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION. I am requesting your input and advice as I go along this journey ..If I plateau or stall, I...

    Started by Eric Cartman, 07-02-2011 11:16 PM
    15 Pages
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    • Replies: 353
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    06-11-2013 10:57 AM Go to last post
  34. FTW

    I been keeping a journal on FI but, that place seems to have caught internet AIDS, so I'm stalking Tone and came here. Been lifting almost 10 years, and have done 3 powerlifting meets. last one was oct 10. I lift using 5/3/1 triumvirate, most of my training is focused on on fighting though. I train...

    Started by krazylarry, 03-16-2011 11:05 PM
    19 Pages
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    • Replies: 456
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    05-22-2013 09:34 PM Go to last post
  35. GazzyG's HCT12 Journal

    Right, here goes. Been training the last six months, but only at home and with little space, equipment or idea, except that squats, deads and benches are good. Joined a local gym (bargain student price) and today was my first time down there. Left my mrs to do her cardio on the bikes and I...

    Started by GazzyG, 11-03-2010 05:06 PM
    115 Pages
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    • Replies: 2,864
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    06-17-2013 10:15 PM Go to last post
  36. Heart and Nerve and Sinew - Joe's Log

    Hey all! New guy here, thought I'd introduce myself and get a log going. I'm an amateur raw powerlifter... done three meets so far, and my meet PRs are 455, 270, and 500. Those were all from October 2011-January 2012... I haven't done a competition since then, for some pretty poor reasons. ...

    Started by Joe B, 03-02-2013 11:28 AM
    2 Pages
    1 2
    • Replies: 44
    • Views: 2,432
    06-13-2013 08:07 PM Go to last post
  37. Pro Journal - Hillbilly Parliftun!

    coming over to this board since fortified-iron.com seems to have **** and fell back in it. i guess this is home now for training and such. here are some catch up training posts for me training for the powerstation pro-am in a couple weeks. ME lower raw squats up to 375 sumo rack pulls...

    Started by gopostal42, 08-08-2009 04:14 PM
    21 Pages
    1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 21
    • Replies: 504
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    Yesterday 05:13 PM Go to last post
  38. Invain wants to be heyoooge...

    After a couple years of really crappy curl jockey training, I finally found this site, and got my act together. The date I registered, just a little over a year ago, was the day I started my new lifestyle, with the help of all of you. 'Could go on with a crappy long story, but I'll cut to the...

    Started by Invain, 09-19-2006 07:50 PM
    104 Pages
    1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 104
    • Replies: 2,592
    • Views: 114,042
    Yesterday 12:41 PM Go to last post
  39. IzzyT's Log

    Hey, what's up guys? At the suggestion of Justin Randal, I have decided to start a log up on this site. I guess it is time for the basic info stuff. Location: I train out of Locals in Lynnwood, WA. Training Time: 1.5 years Age: 21 Height: 5'6" Weight: ~195lbs All-Time PRs: Squat: 445x5 /...

    Started by Tom Narvaez, 02-06-2013 10:38 PM
    3 Pages
    1 2 3
    • Replies: 64
    • Views: 7,067
    06-16-2013 09:06 PM Go to last post
  40. Justin Blatnik's Journal

    Hey Everyone, Decided to start posting my log up here since I have been frequenting the site for some time now. Best total is 750/500/600 1850 @ 220, with an Elite Total of 735/475/565 1775 @198. Going to backtrack my log a few days to the start of my new training cycle I put together with...

    Started by JustinBlatnik, 11-02-2012 01:14 PM
    5 Pages
    1 2 3 4 5
    • Replies: 124
    • Views: 6,883
    06-16-2013 04:06 PM Go to last post

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