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Old 05-05-2009, 07:53 PM   #29 (permalink)
blooey
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Light Upper
Speed Bench with bands (reds, 70-90lbs): 8x2@95
Close-grip bench: 7, 8, 6 @ 215
Pullup: 10, 8, 8, 8 @ 50
Military Press: 8, 7, 7 @ 145
EZ Bar Preacher Curl: 2x8@80

I'm getting the hang of bands right now. I'm still working on getting my shoulders in the right position so I can use all of my muscles in the final push. Apparently, my shoulders are not pulled into the bench enough. I should also read some beginner's articles on benching.

The close-grip bench reps are accurately recorded. My spotter touched the bar a bit on the last rep of the first set, where I was struggling a bit, so I didn't count it.

Also, I guess I shouldn't be surprised at this, but the new shoes help with military presses as well. I suppose any movement that is done standing will benefit from a more stable base.
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