I do either KB swings or loaded carries to finish my sessions (Operator). Which I do is dependent on how I feel - if I'm energetic I'll go for KB swings, if I'm feeling a little drained, I'll stick to loaded carries. As a whole; I tend to prefer EMOMs - 20 minutes, with 15 reps of a moderately heav...

This is pretty far afield from TB principles, but Ross raises some very interesting ideas here and I think they are relevant to more seasoned trainees like ourselves: http://rosstraining.com/blog/2015/06/24/movement-is-a-goal/ I actually do my base-building phase in a something like this unstructur...

9/02/16 Week#5, Saturday Black OP 1a block LSS Run, 62min Average HR = 155 BPM Max HR = 175 BPM I am so happy to be able to run again. Current goal is to improve my technique by paying attention to the stride, pace, and heel strikes. I could make it faster but didn't want to kill it again with over-...

mikhou wrote:43 yo here. I'm as strong as I've ever been (though that's not saying much as my strength levels aren't great). And I'm fit and feel good. Yep, over 40 brings a different approach but it's also fun to outdo the younger ones sometimes.

haha.. old dogs can still bite!

Hi friends, I know there are TB-ers who's doing/done KB swing as a finisher at the end of Operator. I hope you don't mind sharing your experience. 1. What is your experience? Pro/Cons? 2. What are your set/reps and how heavy KB you use (heavy for you)? 3. How does that affect the whole OP block prog...

AndyGog wrote:44 here. Novice level, although I've been hurting myself with barbells for a year or so. Hope I can join the club to benefit from all your experience.

Hi Andy! We are all novices one way or another

9/02/16
Week#5, Friday
Black OP 1a block

SSB Squat - 3x3, 165
BP - 3x3, 160
Chin-ups - 3x3, BW (Super-set with SQ)
Band pull-apart - 3x14, Blue Band
RI - 2-2.5min

Sounds like you've got a good piece of kit there Bark, never used one of those air bikes I strongly recommend that. It has a fan instead of front wheel. So, you are pushing against the resistance you create. Quite a torture. :mrgreen: I run from a home gym so once if those is a bit out of my budget...

Tym87 wrote:David Lynch the maker of Twin Peaks and Blue Velvet does TM. You could potentially become an insane filmmaker if you need a new career path.

As long as you don't kill Lora Palmer..

Moz69 wrote:Sounds like you've got a good piece of kit there Bark, never used one of those air bikes

I strongly recommend that. It has a fan instead of front wheel. So, you are pushing against the resistance you create. Quite a torture.