[Rich Ellis]

Legs today

Reintroduced hinge squat which has confirmed I can go back to full session next time out

Today was 3 work sets of each

Leg curl
Hinge squat
RDL
Calf raise

I’ll put high bar squats in with that too next time out

[Rich Ellis]

The bloat is interesting, that could potentially be your chosen food sources if it doesn’t happen with a liquid meal

As for not feeling like eating. If you kick the crap out of yourself, it’s very likely you won’t want to eat until your body regains some balance.

I too have a shake as my immediate post source. I don’t see any reason why that’s an issue if it works best for you. Some things just don’t need over complicating

[Rich Ellis]

Upper today, and everything got got.

I’ve been using the new Stim pre on upper days. I like being off my face when I train, so I take 22g and it takes care of business

I’m genuinely so pleased I “regressed” to an upper lower, I’m right in the thick of it and that’s the bit I love

Chest supp upper back row
Underhand Pulldown
Cable curl
Cable lateral raise
Cross over
Parallel bar dips (paused)

[Rich Ellis]

As long as you standardise, I think either is fine. I would though, if you are going with immediate succession, alternate lead side session to session (obviously record that)

[Rich Ellis]

That’s very decent of you Robin – one of the good guys!

[Rich Ellis]

Rest day gang.

Legs feeling good after yesterday. No ham issues, so hoping I’m there with it now

Upper tomorrow

[Rich Ellis]

I’d probably be reaching out to some sports medical practitioners mate for an informed opinion

Clearly seeing someone at the moment isn’t likely to be possible, but an overview of the issue or even a zoom consultation might give you some insight

[Rich Ellis]

Lower day today, and I am a happy meathead

I think thts my ham sorted and good to go

Modified session again but zero discomfort

SL Ham Curl
High bar squat
RDL
Calf raise

3 work sets of each. Stopping a few short of failure but no discomfort so I’ll increase the intensity from here

[Rich Ellis]

Hi mate

I’ll echo the others and hopefully add some other bits as well

Avoid movements that aggravate the issue. This could also be modifying a movement. Higher feet on a leg press may shift some of the stress. It won’t give you the same quad stimulation, but might allow you to keep the movement in some capacity.

Reduce inflammation via CureComing and Join-In

Seek advice from a good sports practitioner. Soft tissue therapy may help. Some eccentric loading patterns have been used with some success in patella tendonopathy

You may also want to consider prolotherapy and/or PRP. Some people have reported excellent results, others will swear blind it does nothing, but an option to explore

[Rich Ellis]

Rest day today gang. Legs tomorrow and I’m very much contemplating a repeat of the last session as thts been very kind on my ham

[Rich Ellis]

I think if you’re serious about Strongman competition this needs some work mate.

I’m not going to pretend to be an expert in this space, I’d seek out Adam Bishop, say you’re a member of the site here and see if he can help with your programming. I imagine it will be a charged service, but one well worth it.

[Rich Ellis]

Another familiar story- ace upper session, everything progressed, until a barbell Press Variation was attempted.

Seated DB L.Raise
Supine upper back row
Chest supported lat row
Behind neck Pulldown
Ez cable tri press
Low-incline barbell Press
Dual cable curl

A second fail point added to the down set.

I’m not hurt, it’s just inhibitive pain at the time. I’ll get it sorted once restrictions are lifted

[Rich Ellis]

I think some of the latter posts have nailed it mate

What’s your training goal? Are you primarily focussed on physique development, or are strength sports your key pursuit?

If it’s the former, your current strength is largely irrelevant provided it’s moving in the right direction.

If strength is the focus, then yes, we need to help find a way to get your numbers moving more quickly

[Rich Ellis]

Rest today guys. Ready to roll on upper again tomorrow

[Rich Ellis]

Hi mate

Go over to the education section and watch the programme building videos

Let us know how you get on