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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 8:23:07 GMT -5
If someone is from old good europe and is looking at E weightlifting championship i think will be amazed as me by the strength of these athlet. I remember reading some times ago a silly arthicle by a former powerlifting guru who compared power of a powerlifter ho halfsquat 900lbs as opposed to a weightlifter who clean 450. That's ridicoluse, alla this guy, at a raw meet competition (in powerlifting) will keep the highest position no metter who they face. Today i saw a French 85kgs lifter (4th at the end) cleaning 205 kgs, with the biggest quad i ever seen. I write it here because generally Sheiko lovers are also weightlifting lovers. Are you referring to Louie Simmons? I agree. I have been around Olympic weightlifters in Greece when I lived there and when I visit there (I have vid's on my YouTube channel) and their squats are incredibly powerful in terms of speed, etc. Heck, we all have seen the video of Pyrros doing 200 kilos for a fast 2 reps in the front squat in the training hall tapes. What is that French lifter's name? There was a French Oly lifter at Beijing last fall that had some of the biggest quads I have ever seen on an 85 kilo lifter.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 8:19:41 GMT -5
not yet...I suppose I will shoot dave an email and see what he has to say are the new programs ready to be tested yet? I am not entirely sure. I know that Dave is trying some new stuff with himself and he has a few other templates that I believe he is sending out to certain folks here and there based upon their particulars. Email him and get started. Whatever he gives to you will probably be tried and tested already, so you can believe in it 100%. Do what he says, work closely with him, provide him with what he needs, and you will get stronger.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 8:16:53 GMT -5
Joel: You see-more is not always better As with most people, I guess I had to learn the hard way. Looking back, I even though I had a really bad comp, I'm a relative newcomer to lifting, and I learnt a lot. I learn something from every single meet that I do, and I have done over 30 of them now.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 8:15:53 GMT -5
here is my 2nd deadlift, 280kg: here is my 3rd, 295kg: here is my 250kg bench: There is more in the tank on both of these! Fantastic work!
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 8:09:50 GMT -5
Thanks for spreading the word, Philip!As of 06 April 2009, St. Louis seminar DVD orders are now being filled by BMF Sports; and orders placed this week may be delayed in shipping by two days while the change is being made. Eric You're welcome, Erik! I believe in spreading the word on good products or services. I don't think there is any better way to start Sheiko than Dave and you. Well, maybe Boris Ivanovich himself...! ...but he is retired; officially, anyway.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 8:08:29 GMT -5
joel, i like your organization of squat training. How about time (lengh of workout??) eric i my experience more than type of knee wraps (i try with not so many difference thp, titanium (the one i prefer) metal (good) old marathon, inzer) is the "hand" of who put that on. I my team ther's a guy ho takes till 50kg (110lbs???) from knee wraps. He is 2008 european master 1 champion, so a high level lifter but his wrapping is tremendously hard and tremendously fine (above all). Can you explain further more about how your guy wraps? I wrap like the Russians do i.e. beginning with an X just below the knee cap and then X'ing up the knee and finishing at the 3rd or 4th X clearly abouve the knee cap.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 8:07:10 GMT -5
Interesting that you get that much out of just wraps. Which ones do you use? APT Stangulators. I think I wrap them quite tight. I use the 'Sub X' method. I've been told the new Titan wraps are great, so I'm keen to try them out. I am a Titan guy now, so it will be Titan all the way for me. I have tried the THP's and MAX-RPM's but not the Titanium's. I have them coming and will try them out after the Clash of the Titans once I start training in single ply gear. Does anyone else have any more input?
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 7:10:24 GMT -5
Hi Eric, I have been under alot of mental duress lately with trying to stop my new property falling apart, trying to change jobs, and getting used to the strain of Sheiko training. I've recently noticed that i've been showing symptoms of B-Overtraining, such as: Blood pressure: slight increase Coordination: impaired, with increased reaction time Bodymass: decreased Endurance: tendency to tire easily Sleep requirements: increased Resting pulse: elevated Body temperature: slightly increased Appetite: reduced Metabolism: altered, with increased tendency to sweat; abnormally increased breathing rate under stress General muscle soreness: mild to pronounced, with tendency to muscle stiffness and pain General resistance: tendency to headaches, colds, fever blisters; prolonged recuperation Recovery time: increased Psychological changes: nervousness, poor motivation, inner unease, mild depression From Thomas Kurz book, he cites nutriton modailites to deal with B-Overtraining as being - increased unprocessed fruits, veggies, and carbs, lighter meats, and less fat, to give the sympathetic nervous system a rest and boost the parasympathetic. During my MT assessment, i was shown to be a Parasympathetic Dominant (and, interestingly and somewhat paradoxically, Thyroid Type, which could correlate with mild HYPERthyroidism in people with B-Overtraining), and have been eating a diet, and taking MT supplements, to stimulate my sympathetic system. I'm a bit confused about how to resolve the contradictions between trying to eat my prescribed MT diet, and resolving my B-Overtraining state by giving my parasympathetic ANS a rest. Rob: Stresses of *any kind* are going to acutely stimulate the sympathetic system. How do we combat that? By eating right for your type, supplementing correctly, removing blocking factors and toxic loads, and (for athletes) utilizing recovery modalities. Since life is dynamic and not static, in order to meet its challenges you have to constantly be monitoring your DCR's. They will reveal the clues and tell you exactly what you need. The same rules apply: if you eat a meal and are hungry and hour or so later or have cravings of any kind, then you missed the mark. For me, I have to really increase saturated fat when things get stressful and then I ease up on it a bit when the waters are calmer. Everyone is different, though, and you should assume nothing! Parasympathetics are going to typically do better with the higher purine meats, but the other suggestions by Kurz are worthy of exploration. If you are able to obtain Paraplex then now would be the time to increase it per meal. The same would go for any adrenal supplements. If you had BioHealth 205 test results then we would probably increase your Pregnenolone and perhaps even DHEA supplementation. However, we have to make the best of what is available. The MRT would be a huge help here, as eliminating those foods that you have sensitivities with is eliminating an ENORMOUS blocking factor. Print out the blocking factors and toxic loads sheets and begin making changes and ticking boxes right away. Finally, magnesium is the only nutrient that “inhibits” the sympathetics, resulting in a parasympathetic shift, but not via direct stimulation of the parasympathetics. Stress and sympathetic dominance really burns up the magnesium. So, you can really relax the body and the mind (can’t stop thinking at night, a real sympathetic trait) via sufficient magnesium intake. No need for prescription muscle relaxers, just take enough magnesium and you’ll get the same effect. Maximizing magnesium levels (just short of producing diarrhea) is a great way to visit a chiropractor, massage therapist or other body worker because of the relaxing muscular effect. However, keep in mind that you may need to adjust macronutrient ratios with the addition of the magnesium for a Para. The DCR's will not lie.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 7:00:07 GMT -5
Thanks for posting this Eric. Well, the HPA Axis is certainly extremely important to health, and performance (pops up alot in strength athlete and bodybuilding circles) and a great choice for the new FHC. Can you reveal if the method for this FHC is based upon anyone in particulars prior work, or is it an entirely novel HealthExcel construct? Can you possibly indicate how it will be tested for? It stems from the work and research of Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist Reed Davis. The FDN course was offered in San Diego last year; and yes, I was in attendance This FHC is initially done via the BioHealth 205 Adrenal Profile. This usually leads to further testing, but begins with the 205. For more information, you can check out my web site at www.erictalmant.com/4.htmlYou can also see the results of my very first 205 test at asp.elitefts.com/qa/default.asp?qid=90946&tid= and asp.elitefts.com/qa/default.asp?qid=90945&tid= David Brassey was also in attendance, so he is authorized to distribute the 205's in the UK.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 10, 2009 6:55:32 GMT -5
This is from another advisor on the MT forum. I thought I would post it as a thought of the day type thing:
I have found it helpful to sometimes, when a chemical based solution such as MT is not providing any answers, to look at things in terms of energetics. Food is simply a coagulated product of energy. The energy of the food absorbs into the body and can affect the energy already expressing through the body. And this is how MT basically can cause relief or 'cure' conditions. It is however, the person themselves, in terms of their thoughts, attitudes and emotional responses that most significantly impact on their energetic state, while also consistently, moment to moment, and stimulate the DNA to reproduce new cells in accordance with their current psycho-emotional state. Their P-E state will also significantly impact on their food choices. As energy expresses through the body, the third energy center - located in the solar plexus - has everything to do with personal power. Perhaps your client is in a state of victimization, where they may be seeing that whatever situation they are in, it cannot be changed, and is 'out of their hands'? This is just one idea; you would need to look into it further. Here is an idea. The energy of the third center (solar plexus) which provides for the kidneys, adrenals etc, is likely exhausted. Your client would likely benefit from some meditation to focus on raising energy in this area. It is likely that they will need to change their life situation so as to feel empowered also. At times, this may only be an attitudinal change. They may also benefit from seeing a Qigong Master to provide acute relief... see:
Every thought that we have, sends neural peptides into the blood stream to effect the genetic expression of our body. The most powerful 'Drug' that we can ever take, is our thoughts.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 13:12:12 GMT -5
Great. can't wait to hear from him Did you get squared away with your programming?
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 13:11:12 GMT -5
Sure thing. Do you have an update for us?
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 13:10:12 GMT -5
Eric, thanks for the reply. i haven't tried but i'm in the gym later today so i'll give it a go and let you know how i get on eric, still a bit of pain when i bench like this Where are you at currently with the pain? Bottom line: if it hurts then doin't do it. Remember that developmental S.P.P. exercises are not going to necessarily directly build your strength. Have you seen anyone about your injury or anyone that can addresss rehabilitation for you? If you follow my log then you know how quick I am to rehabilitate injuries when I get them. Let us know...
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 13:02:41 GMT -5
one of my athletes, a canadian junior champion in the -67.5 kg has big problem with is deadlift...he is benching 420 at 165 but his deadlift his very poor...i dont know what to do to help is rounding back problem... here's a video to show whats the problem... My deadlift form is not very good too... i would like to have som tips to be stronger...i have a lot of difficulty to get my shoulder retracted at the start with the head first...i always have the reflex to to go with my lower body like a conventional dead,,, THANKS A LOT He is yanking and not pulling the weight. He needs to build up his glutes and hamstrings to the point where he has complete and total confidence in their ability to break the weight from the floor. Take a look here and note the differences: Now, point out the differences... In regards to your videos, I don't see anything that causes me to raise a red flag, per se. However, if you don't feel that you are in your "sweet spot" then my suggestion to you would be to try moving your feet in a bit and see what happens. If you watch any of my deadlift videos from the front (there are a few that were recently posted in my training log from my skills eval) you will see how close my leg bones are to making a right angle at the knee joint. Just something to think about and maybe try...
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 12:57:44 GMT -5
any update on when this may be finished and ready for testing? I will be ready to try out a new method April 26th. I will have a new set of maxes at that time. Grant Dave is already working it into his new cycles that he is programming. In a nutshell, we believe we better understand how to program yearly instead of piecemeal as we pretty much have been doing. Conversely, this means that you-the athlete-will need to know your competitions or testing days in advance to best take advantage of this. There is something called coefficient of intensity which basically helps us understand how much work is too much and how much work is too little to build strength. In addition, just as everyone has a fingerprint that is specific to them; everyone will also have a coefficient of intensity where they do the best when it comes to building strength. This is something that will take years to develop and uncover; but trust that the new cycles that Dave is programming will all take into account the minimum coefficient of intensity (18) with the maximum coefficient of intensity (22). Take your most recent total and divide into it your average working weight. If the total is between .18 and .22 then your programming is probably going to produce positive results-all other things considered equal. The average working weight is a culmination of all 3 disciplines. This will take a lot of math, but you Excel wizards can help the others. For example, I believe my average working weight for all 3 disciplines in the preparatory period was around 320 pounds to produce a 1445 pound total. So, 320 divided by 1445 = .221 X 100 = 22. That falls within the range (maybe a tad high-we will see) .
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 12:50:24 GMT -5
Yeah, you're a CMS if those lifts are raw. Chest m-öû 10ðÕ5ï - Flyes or some form of chest muscle developmental SPP Ïðåññ 10ðÕ3ï - Abs Îòæèìàíèÿ on bars 6ðÕ5ï - Parallel bar dips I think A press legs - Leg press Òðèöåïñû - Triceps All correct.
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 12:49:34 GMT -5
Could 'rise on bars' be dips? Damn, i wish someone could properly translate these Y'know as i see it...it doesnt really matter. A sq day has: sq at least once bench at least once developmental sq SPP bench GPP or if its a DL day you can sub 'DL' for 'sq' in that sequence above. 99% of the time, on most of the cycles i've seen, any other movements that are in there will be developmental bench SPP (DB press, dips etc). You can usually tell from the reps too....if its 5x10 then it aint gonna be a main lift or even supplemental SPP, its gonna be developmental SPP of some kind, usually bench. So when you see an unpronouncable, just choose a dev. bench SPP move and knock the reps out! The time we spend worrying about exactly what the excersise translates to, we could be spending doing GPP, eating, or making the missis happy. The time Battista spends worrying about things you could do a PHD in excersise physiology and write our own programs. I couldn't have said it better myself. Excellent advice!
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 12:47:50 GMT -5
You have spotters on a Friday but not on a Monday, right? And all the equipped lifting is programmed on a Monday. So why not just switch the entire sessions around? Fridays (raw) stuff on Monday, and Mondays (eqp) stuff on Friday? You're still doing the same amount of volume at the same intensity so i cant see how it should make too much difference... I agree!
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 12:42:31 GMT -5
thanks Here are a couple of videos of my 2nd and 3rd squats. 2nd attempt was 330kg: 3rd attempt was 340kg: I'll post up the deadlifts as soon as I get the videos up. Okay. I am going to get all soft on you guys for a second... Watching this stuff is what makes me get up in the morning. It is so incredibly gratifying to see guys that Dave and I have helped stick with the programming through thick and thin and then simply smash their old PR's replacing them with new ones. Helping guys get stronger is what really gets Dave and I going. We are so incredibly proud of you and my hat goes off to you! Excellent work!!! Eric
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Post by erictalmant on Apr 9, 2009 12:36:02 GMT -5
Steve - you did awesome mate, it's very humbling being in the same weight class and lifting against you. I had a nightmare at the same comp - loads of excuses LOL. Programming wise - I used cycle #30 leading up to this comp and I think it was way too much for my level (level 3 rated lifter) - which validates everything Eric talks about re volume/intensity for the different ratings. A month ago I was considering using a CMS template for my Nationals - crazy. I'll be doing your 13 week cycle leading up to the Nationals Dave. Please feel free to bollock me Steve if I start going crazy again. Joel: You see-more is not always better How is this for a blow to the ego: Dave and I are 90% sure that I have reached that level where volume is no longer going to make a difference. Translation: I am no spring chicken anymore. If you have seen my DVD's, there is a definable point in every lifter's career where the addition of volume brings diminishing returns, and from that point on the key to continuing to build strength lies in intensity. There is a very good possibility that I will only be training 3X a week for the foreseeable future. We will be reducing my volume, but increasing my intensity. Stay tuned to my log for any and all programming changes; but take everything in context!
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