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JordanLinteris · Senior Member

RE: Big Mike's Training Log

Mike Tuchscherer · Guru

Thanks Jordan.

My logic for picking 859 on the squat opener was honestly based on the way training felt. I wanted to pick something that was not intimidating in the least so I could fully concentrate on my execution. It sucks that it took me 3 attempts to figure out what they were looking for and I really need to get past that, but I think it was probably a good choice of opener. If I had gotten whites on my opener, I would've gone 892 on my 2nd and 920 on my 3rd. The strength is there, I just have to compete well.

JordanLinteris · Senior Member

Yeah taking three attempt would be frustrating to say the least. I think you handle and walk out weights easily enough that from watching vids of your squats they look effortless, even though they might not feel it. I am only going from me sitting in front of my comp watching you. Vids always look easier and faster than they ever feel. I would have never guessed that even 900 would be at all intimidating for ya!

A seperate question for ya. When are you going to take away the fear of bombing and being conservative and just ask for a monster and give it all ya got? Lots of people waiting to see that Mike!

Mike Tuchscherer · Guru

It's not the weight itself that's intimidating. I know I can do it. It's just a matter of hitting depth. Keep in mind I only had 2-3 successful workouts before the meet.

I probably won't just load it up and turn loose. A big one will happen when I make a strong 1st and 2nd attempt.

Tony Parrella · Senior Member

nice job at nationals mike. you had that world record dead moving good and its just a matter of time before you get it

Brady Stewart · Senior Member

Nice work Mike! Congrats again on another big win!

Mike Tuchscherer · Guru

Week 14
Thursday
Squat
70x3 75x2 80x2 75x5
525 x 3 x 1 @ 8
560 x 2 x 1 @ 8
595 x 2 x 1 @ 8
560 x 5 x 1 @ 9

Bench +90c
70x3 75x3 80x2x2
325 x 3 x 1 @ 8
355 x 2 x 1 @ 8
375 x 2 x 1 @ 8
355 x 5 x 1 @ 9

Lever Rows
2x8 @8-9
120 x 8 x 1 @ 8
135 x 8 x 1 @ 9

Flat Back Floor Press
3x6 @8-9
345 x 6 x 1 @ 7
365 x 6 x 1 @ 8
395 x 6 x 1 @ 8
395 x 6 x 1 @ 9

Lunges
3x6 @8-9
135 x 6 x 1 @ 8
165 x 6 x 1 @ 8
185 x 6 x 1 @ 9

Total Training Time: 151 minutes

Squats felt kind of rough. I didnt realize how un-recovered I was until I got under some weight. I need to get back on my GPP work.
The benching with chain was kind of flat today as well. Strength is there. Enthusiasm is not. I opted to go with the rep protocol due to it being a short training week (and an accumulation block).
The lever rows were a new movement. I was able to rig up a way to row a dumbbell handle but the loading was on a barbell (connected by chain). So I can go as heavy as I want (which isnt a problem yet) without needing an obnoxious dumbbell.
The floor pressing did not feel taxing in the least, so I did an extra set. Set a big PR on this movement, too.
The lunges suck like lunges always do. I got really sore from these.

Friday GPP
Bodyweight circuit- 142-160bpm, 3 sets, 13 minutes. HR avg = 142
Stretching
TheraCane

Saturday BDB
2Board Press +180pp
70x3 75x2 80x2 75x5
295 x 4 x 1 @ 8
315 x 2 x 1 @ 7
345 x 4 x 1 @ 8
365 x 4 x 1 @ 9.5

Deadlift + mini
70x3 75x2 80x2 75x5
515 x 3 x 1 @ 7.5
545 x 2 x 1 @ 8
585 x 2 x 1 @ 8
545 x 5 x 1 @ 8.5

BTN Press
2x8 @8-9
175 x 8 x 1 @ 8
190 x 8 x 1 @ 9

Total Training Time: 75 min

2Board work took a little to find my set-point. But it feels like its going to be just what I need for my bench. Im actually looking forward to turning the stress up for the bench work.
The deadlifts were kind of rough. I was tired and not very focused and it showed on the last set when I had the shakes. But it went okay and Ill fix what I need to fix.
BTN Press actually felt kind of strong for how strict I was doing them. I really like this movement.

Chad McMullin · Senior Member

whats the BTN???

Mike Tuchscherer · Guru

Behind the neck Press. I do these standing as well.

Mark Robinson · Senior Member

How have you planned your training leading up to the world games? Interested in how you manage two comps close together.

Mike Tuchscherer · Guru

Yes I have. It's not too bad, actually. There's not much time to transition after Nationals, but if you set things up right, recovery isn't too big of an issue.

Brady Stewart · Senior Member

Just sent you an email!

Tony Parrella · Senior Member

thanks for the kind words mike. i didnt have a good day by any means but at least i know im close to being halfway decent at this sport. my buddy who came in third at 198 said that any meet i do from now on will seem easier just because the nationals is faster and ultra-competitive. it was great to see you lift in person and you def left some weight on the platform. too bad i didnt get a chance to talk to you in person but im sure in the future. thanks again

Mike Tuchscherer · Guru

Week 15
Monday -- SBB
Suit Squat (10) +wraps
75x3 80x2 85x3 85x2 75x2
725 x 3 x 1 @ 8
775 x 2 x 1 @ 8
825 x 2 x 1 @ 9
825 x 2 x 1 @ 8.5
825 x 1 x 1 @ 8

Bench +90c
75x3 80x2 85x3 85x2 75x2
355 x 3 x 1 @ 8
375 x 2 x 1 @ 8
400 x 3 x 1 @ 10
400 x 2 x 1 @ 9.5
355 x 2 x 1 @ 7

Flat Back Floor Press
4x5 @8-9
365 x 6 x 1 @ 8
385 x 5 x 1 @ 8
405 x 5 x 1 @ 8
415 x 5 x 1 @ 9

This morning my CNS score was low and during warm-ups, things werent as locked in as they usually are, so I decided not to go for a PR. Depth was decent, though. Each rep was boarderline or better. Still an inch or two above where I want to be, though.
I should have known better than going for a PR on the bench, too. I got the 3rd rep, but it was ugly. Im not too worried, though. I could use a little hi RPE work in the bench.
I hit a PR on the Floor Press mostly due to leaving some in the tank from last week. Not bad, though. Got some solid work in.
Overall, Im pleased w/ performance considering my physiological raw material.

Tuesday GPP
Bodyweight Circuit, 140-160bpm, 10:37, HRavg=137
Stretching

Wednesday DBS
Suit Deadlift (1)
75x3 80x2 85x3 85x2 75x2
645 x 3 x 1 @ 7.5
685 x 2 x 1 @ 7.5
730 x 3 x 1 @ 9
730 x 2 x 1 @ 9
645 x 2 x 1 @ 7

2Board Press +180pp
75x3 80x2 85x3 75 5 75x4
335 x 3 x 1 @ 8
355 x 2 x 1 @ 8
380 x 3 x 1 @ 9
335 x 5 x 1 @ 9
335 x 4 x 1 @ 9

Lunges
4x5 @8-9
175 x 5 x 1 @ 7
195 x 5 x 1 @ 8
205 x 5 x 1 @ 8
225 x 5 x 1 @ 9
195 x 5 x 1 @ 8.5

Deads were very solid today! I was strokin with 730. I was locking in my upper back (which I wasnt doing at Nats) and everything was clicking.
Todays weight selection was perfect for 2Boards. Efforts were good. I felt like I got some good bench training in. Workouts like this have been few and far between lately.
For lunges obviously more efficient this week. 33# PR.

Thursday BDB
Shirt Bench (6/7)
75x3 80x2 85x3 85x2 75x2
535 x 3 x 1 @ 7.5
575 x 2 x 1 @ 7.5
615 x 3 x 1 @ 9
615 x 2 x 1 @ 9
545 x 2 x 1 @ 7

Deadlift +mini
75x3 80x2 85x3 75 5 75x4
545 x 3 x 1 @ 8
585 x 2 x 1 @ 8
620 x 3 x 1 @ 9
545 x 5 x 1 @ 9.5
545 x 4 x 1 @ 9

BTN Press
4x6 @8-9
185 x 6 x 1 @ 8
195 x 6 x 1 @ 8.5
210 x 6 x 1 @ 9

Benching went pretty good today. Felt pretty strong. Im getting better at using tighter shirts. Maybe one of these days Ill use one in a meet.
For deads noticeably fatigued from yesterday, and my hands were absolutely killing me. I stick it out though, Small PR and some fairly strong rep work.
I cut the BTN press a little short after my PR set. Im flat out gassed and a little out of balance autonomically. Slot 3 has been very tough energy-wise the past few weeks and Im not sure whether its dehydration, temperature, ANS, etc.

Friday GPP
Bodyweight/Light DB circuit- 20 minutes, HR=140-160, HRavg=145
Stretching

Saturday SBD
Squat
75x3 80x2 85x3 75x5 75x4
555 x 3 x 1 @ 8
595 x 2 x 1 @ 8
635 x 3 x 1 @ 9
555 x 5 x 1 @ 9
555 x 4 x 1 @ 8.5

Ply Press
75x3 80x2 85x3 75 5 75x4
415 x 3 x 1 @ 8
435 x 2 x 1 @ 8
465 x 3 x 1 @ 9
415 x 5 x 1 @ 8.5
415 x 4 x 1 @ 8

Lever Row
4x6 @8-9
135 x 6 x 1 @ 8.5
155 x 6 x 1 @ 9
135 x 6 x 1 @ 8
140 x 6 x 1 @ 8

Squats were pretty good today. Stance was slightly inconsistent, but strength was good. I need to continue to focus on my mental cues and not expect them to be habit yet.
I havent PRed in ply press for a long time, but made a 4# PR today. The rep work was on the easy side, though. Not sure exactly what to do about that maybe add an extra set? That would have been contraindicated by my ANS score this morning. So I dont know right now. Ill work on this problem, though.
The lever rows are a cool exercise, but man they suck. I really dont like rowing anyway. FYI, it is recorded as plate poundage per side only. They are pretty tough.

Mike Tuchscherer · Guru

Week 16
Monday SBB
Suit Squat (10) +wraps
85x1 90x1 95x1 90x1x2 85x2 85x1
825 x 1 x 1 @ 8.5
875 x 1 x 1 @ 8.5
920 x 1 x 1 @ 9
875 x 1 x 1 @ 9
875 x 1 x 1 @ 10
825 x 2 x 1 @ 10

Bench
85x1 90x1 95x1 90x1x2 85x2 85x1
435 x 1 x 1 @ 8
465 x 1 x 1 @ 8
495 x 1 x 1 @ 9.5
465 x 1 x 2 @ 8.5
435 x 2 x 1 @ 8.5
435 x 1 x 1 @ 8

Flat Back Floor Press
4x6 @8-9
355 x 6 x 1 @ 8
375 x 6 x 1 @ 8.5
400 x 6 x 1 @ 9
365 x 6 x 1 @ 8.5
365 x 6 x 1 @ 9

I was supposed to wear a tight suit for squats today, but apparently I grew and can no longer fit any of my tight suits. I should have some new (bigger) ones on the way. I ended up wearing a medium suit, but the switching caused the warm-ups to take forever. The 920 set was a tad high, but I forgot to speed up my descent. It was MUCH better than the last time I took this weight and Im confident that I can hit it when it counts. Another problem was once I started getting tired, I stopped sitting back. I cut the last set because fatigue was interfering with my execution too much.
I didnt PR on my bench, but it felt good to handle some weight.
I was gassed for the floor presses. Hit a small PR, but honestly I just wanted to get them over with.

Tuesday DBS
Suit Deadlift (2)
85x1 90x1 95x1 90x1x2 85x2 85x1
735 x 1 x 1 @ 8
785 x 1 x 1 @ 8.5
825 x 1 x 1 @ 9
860 x 1 x 1 @ 10
785 x 1 x 1 @ 9
735 x 2 x 1 @ 8.5

3Board Press
70x3 75x3 80x2x6
415 x 3 x 1 @ 8
445 x 3 x 1 @ 8
475 x 2 x 6 @ 8

SSB Oly Squat +90c
5x6 @8-9
385 x 6 x 1 @ 7
405 x 6 x 1 @ 8
425 x 6 x 1 @ 8
440 x 6 x 1 @ 9
405 x 6 x 1 @ 10

Glory to God for even getting to attempt an 860 deadlift! It was a nice lift, too! Max effort, but do doubt about it. If I can do this in a meet, it will break John Kucs American record (858). The World Record at 275 is 876. Right on the cusp
I tried to make the board work tougher by chopping the rest intervals. Even though the sets were kind of easy, its good CNS conditioning (feeling that weight in the hands)
The SSB work was still tough, but I handled it better than I have before. Sets 4 and 5 were VERY tough, though.

-- Edited by Mike Tuchscherer on Tuesday 30th of June 2009 08:00:44 PM