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by RugbyGuy
Fri Mar 31, 2017 2:26 pm
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: Squat technique
Replies: 10
Views: 4370

Re: Squat technique

If you are going with your feet straight forward, I would just add that you really need to fight to keep your knees from collapsing inward during your heavy sets. Personally, I squat with a shoulder distance stance and turn my feet out a bit (toes generally pointing to the far corners of the power r...
by RugbyGuy
Mon Oct 24, 2016 7:58 pm
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: How to Deadlift: The Definitive Guide
Replies: 9
Views: 2806

Re: How to Deadlift: The Definitive Guide

So long... can't I just wait for the movie to come out?
by RugbyGuy
Wed Oct 12, 2016 1:46 am
Forum: Nutrition/Supplements
Topic: Calorie tracking for restaurant meals
Replies: 6
Views: 2022

Re: Calorie tracking for restaurant meals

MyFitnessPal has barcode scanning and most restaurant meals. I actually haven't been to a restaurant that wasn't in the system.
by RugbyGuy
Sun Oct 09, 2016 4:17 am
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: How often do you switch cluster?
Replies: 10
Views: 4341

Re: How often do you switch cluster?

And do you lose strength when you switch? That's what I did 2 x 6 weeks block than switch for 6 week, and went back with some less strength. Not when I pick an alternate lift that fits. For example, deadlift, I am chronically weak off the floor. So, I could do deficit deadlifts, but I don't have a ...
by RugbyGuy
Sun Oct 09, 2016 1:26 am
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: How often do you switch cluster?
Replies: 10
Views: 4341

Re: How often do you switch cluster?

I do my blocks as 6 weeks always. So I can push the forced progression if I want, depending on how my 95% week went.
by RugbyGuy
Sat Oct 08, 2016 10:00 pm
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: How often do you switch cluster?
Replies: 10
Views: 4341

Re: How often do you switch cluster?

I personally switch when I feel that I need to incorporate an "assistance lift" to help out. So, maybe 3 blocks of operator normal, then switch bench for OHP, front squat for back squat, bent over row for PU and snatch grip DL for conventional DL. I do one block like this and then go back....
by RugbyGuy
Thu Oct 06, 2016 12:34 pm
Forum: Nutrition/Supplements
Topic: Post your favorite meal
Replies: 10
Views: 4072

Re: Post your favorite meal

As a man it's important to be able cook one thing well, and cedar-plank salmon with parmesan asparagus sealed the deal with my now wife.
by RugbyGuy
Sat Oct 01, 2016 7:42 pm
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: Belts and Straps?
Replies: 10
Views: 3231

Re: Belts and Straps?

I wear a belt when I get to 85% or higher on squats and deadlifts because I can feel myself bracing much better. I don't use straps unless I'm doing rows, or high rep deadlifts. But, YMMV.
by RugbyGuy
Thu Sep 29, 2016 3:39 am
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: A Case For Conditoning by Brian Alsruhe (strongman)
Replies: 4
Views: 3072

Re: A Case For Conditoning by Brian Alsruhe (strongman)

Blackmetalbunny wrote:I actually subscribed to Brian Alsruhe through Allan Thrall (flameshield up)
I did the same thing. Thrall was a Marine casket bearer once upon a time, so I've got to subscribe to my guys. Another good one for powerlifting is Cody Lefever, or GZCL (goes by both).
by RugbyGuy
Tue Sep 27, 2016 9:24 pm
Forum: Strength & Conditioning
Topic: What do you do after MS days?
Replies: 8
Views: 2228

Re: What do you do after MS days?

Are you doing a conditioning protocol? You could cram a HIC in there. Or some accessories. Since I'm already doing accessories and conditioning, and I don't think my body could handle more training, I'd use the time to work on mobility. Yeah, I'm doing black professional for now. I just wasn't sure...