M3:D44 Bodybuilding



What's on my mind today?

If you've read my blog for any length of time, you will know that bodybuilding is a passion of mine.  I love all aspects of it.  I enjoy going to bodybuilding events.  I enjoy participating in bodybuilding.  I enjoy reading about bodybuilding.  If it involves bodybuilding, I'm interested.

I have found that bodybuilding is an extremely complex sport.  There are many various systems that can be used.  A bodybuilder can train in a variety of ways.  Combinations of the systems and methods are used for different reasons.  It is truly mind-boggling at first. 

As you get more into bodybuilding you find that it isn't quite as complex as you originally thought.  Instead of complexity, individuality comes to mind.  My good friend, Carlos DeJesus, inventory of the Quad Blaster, speaks alot about the Experiment of One.  He has explained to me that this is all about what works for you.

Today Carlos shared a quotation with me that really floored me but gave me clarity at the same time. 

"There are no rules in bodybuilding
Every man is a rule unto himself
It is important to remember that bodybuilding is one of the few sports where extremes are normal
No matter what anyone tells you, if it works for you, do it.  No one can tell you what is best for you"
—Carlos DeJesus

No matter what anyone tells you, if it works for you, do it. 

Pay attention to the above because it is quite profound. 

When you get involved in fitness and bodybuilding there are hundreds of people trying to tell you thousands of different things.  Everyone has the next big thing.  The 7 Minute Workout.  4 minute workouts.  Warp Speed.  There are many others. 

Along with those trying to be helpful come those who want to tear apart everything you try.  You want to try the Velocity Diet?  Don't dare tell one of the experts because they will have a million reasons why it is wrong.  No matter what anyone tells you, if it works for you, do it.  Don't worry about what they say.  Find out if it works for you and then do it again and again.

Is a ketogenic diet for you?  There are experts who will tell you it is a horrible idea.  They will list many different reasons why the body won't like it.  No matter what anyone tells you, if it works for you, do it.  Test the waters and if you find that your body responds, go for it!

You want to give Escalating Density Training a try?  Many people will tell you that it is a bad idea.  How can you truly gain muscle by forcing yourself to complete your exercise circuit in a set amount of time?  No matter what anyone tells you, if it works for you, do it.  Give Escalating Density Training 12 weeks of your workout time and see where you end up.

Bodybuilding is a sport of extremes.  People in general like to avoid extreme situations.  This means that bodybuilding is contrary to the nature of most people.  Don't forget that extremely important point as you forge ahead.

Week Begins 6/22/2008
  Sun Mon Tues Weds Thurs Fri Sat
Cycle spot HC LC LC LC HC LC LC
M1 * 5:30 a.m. 3:30 a.m. 3:30 a.m. 3:30 a.m. 3:30 a.m. 3:30 a.m. 5:30 a.m.
M2 * 8:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m.
M3 * 11:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.
M4 * 2:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m.
M5 * 5:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
M6 * 7:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Weights * N/A Lift N/A Lift N/A Lift N/A
Cardio * N/A N/A AM N/A AM N/A AM
Abs * N/A FYA FYA N/A FYA N/A FYA
Water * 264 oz 240 oz 264 oz        
Post-workout nutrition * Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Pre-sleep nutrition * Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Vitamins/Supplements * Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Accountability * Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Cals within 5% (+/-) * Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Target Cals 3500 2800 2800 2800 2800 2800 3800
Cals 3490 2700 2990        
Ratios (C/P/F) 35/35/30 10/40/50 10/50/40        
Target Ratios (C/P/F) 35/35/30 10/50/40 10/50/40 10/50/40 10/50/40 10/50/40 35/35/30
Total Completed 15 15 15        
Total Possible 15 15 15        
Mission 3 Total Complete 539 554 569        
Mission 3 Total Possible 540 555 570        
* = Counts towards total
Success!
Failed
Not Counted!
 
Find out what I'm doing to my body!

Today was basically an upper body workout with the new scheme of 4 sets of 10 reps.  I had taken my personal bests on the 3 sets of 15 reps workouts and used a calculator online to determine what I should use for 10 reps.  I was disappointed with the results.  Most of the exercises just felt light.  I decided to use my instinct and just upped the weight where it felt light.  Instantly the intensity of the workout went through the roof.  I ended up shaking at the end of the workout. I was ultimately pleased with how it worked out.
 
Exercise the brain with the Thought of the Day!

What the mind can conceive, the heart believes, you can achieve.
 
Get a discussion started by answering the question!

Bodybuilder or dabbling in weightlifting—which are you?  Comment this post to answer the question.
 
 
 

Mission 1, Day 44: Looking back

Until tomorrow...GET BACK TO LIFTING!

Posted by Michael Mahony at 6/25/2008 8:17 PM
Categories: Weightlifting Logs, Nutrition, Old Missions
 
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