I just competed in NPC Junior Nationals on June 12-13. I came in with a much bigger and leaner package than years past. Moving into the off season I will be working on my raw strength and putting on size in my upper body. Competition plans are still to be determined. I will continue to work with Amit Sapir on my off-season dieting, gradually increasing food and working to put on some good muscle. Scott Paltos will be doing my training, reworking some strength work in with some volume work for the added muscle during the rebound dieting phase. Friday I traveled out to Omaha to get ready for a weekend presenting, speaking and coaching alongside Ed Coan (THE greatest powerlifter of all time). Got picked up from the airport (thank goodness only a 1 hour flight), grabbed some BBQ grub (chicken, mashed taters and grilled pineapple for me... good pre-workout meal), then headed to Omaha Barbell. I decided to get in my leg and shoulder session in while some of the big dudes hit some big weights. Still working a little bit of higher volume, but working in some heavier stuff.
Front Squats 95x15 115x12 135x10 155x8 Sumo Stiff leg deads 4x12 DB Seated Shoulder press (neutral grip) 5x10 Laterals overhead 3x15 Single leg hamstring curls 3x8 each Bodyweight squats 100 total reps Piston shoulder press drop set starting at 25's 8 reps each drop DIET: Not much to report here. Sent off pics yesterday (Thursday) to Amit, since I was 5 days post show, he wanted to make sure we were on the right track. Body weight is up and we will continue to keep an eye on it, but not overly concerned so long as there isn't major fat gain.
Post-show training: Legs & Shoulders at Omaha Barbell
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