Fatbusting: Kirwan's log
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Burpee pullups....sounds a nice combo. Do you do them widegrip or just chins? 20 of those suckers would be tough!<br />
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I did overhand this time, last time I did these (50 for time) I used a mixed grip so i didn't have to look for the bar, was much faster. Forgot this time.<br />
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Got inspired by TR and Keas training logs, so went for a run today. Decided to "run around the block" with the block being Paraparaumu. Figured it was 10-11kms and wouldn't take too long. <br />
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Ended up taking 94mins and was 14kms. Was going at a good clip until the last 3kms when the heat and the empty stomach slowed me down to a crawl. First five KMs felt like a breeze and I wish I had timed it. (JK, the Rage lasted almost exactly an hour, I could practically feel it stop working on a dime)<br />
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Got what I wanted from it though, also the longest run I've done since the 90s <img src='http://www.daimenhutchison.com/rugby/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' /> -
14km is a good effort Kirwan!! Hmm sounds like this Rage stuff really does give you a boost, you should see how far you can cover in an hour with and without taking Rage. I wonder how much difference there would be!!
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Am loving this Rage stuff, have seen a noticeable improvement in my higher rep range. Case and point, today's workout of Grace; 30 x 60kg Clean and Jerk for time.<br />
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My previous best for this was 3.04min, today I got 2:51min, and I should have got around 2:40, but the weight fell off on the last fricking rep. (My fault for how I was dropping it, note for next time)<br />
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Still feeling the kick, but am more interested in the performance increase, great tip guys. -
Hey K - tell me that it's good stuff on facebook - will be good for my sponsors - "hey Bart, this Rage stuff you recomended is wicked" sort of shite. PLease and thank you, and I promise to not forward on any more cross fit slating pics for the rest of the day ;-)<br />
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and I'll have to try it before a cardio session - I have only been using it before weights. Maybe on my next cycle! -
Ha no problem, will be genuine too. Already have two guys in the box looking to try it.<br />
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Had a real test of it today, workout was "White"; Five rounds for time of 3 x 15ft Rope Climb, 10 x Toes to Bar, 21 x Walking Lunges (20kg plate overhead), 400m Run.<br />
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Was still going well at the end, trainer commented that I looked strong on the run (as opposed to the normal, shuffle, slog, get to the end gasping run I normally do). So fitness, weight, and this pre-workout shake are all coming together nicely this month.<br />
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[color=#800080]cant[/color] find the rope climbing scene I wanted...but this is still pretty impressive (thread-jack)<br />
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Not really into the supplements, but sounds like this one might be worth a trial... -
cheeky hijack post - how much liquid do you mix with a dose of rage? water better than juice or similar? Noted Kirwan said it kicked in after 15min or so - is that the typical timeline for it to start you cranking??
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Chur chur!!
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[quote name='BartMan' timestamp='1359684377' post='340838']<br />
when they order ask them to say that Jason bartley recomended it etc. Can't be bad for me!! maybe!! and rope climbs - that is exactly what it sounds like, climb a rope up 15 ft?<br />
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Yep, one of the reasons xFitters wear the long socks - to try and keep some skin on your shins. Have a nice rope burn at the moment. <br />
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Will do about the ordering. <br />
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I've moved out of subjective land with today's workout (Wood). I did this one on the 17th Dec when I was working out hard before my holiday, and it took the best part of 36mins which is around the same the other times the other times I've done it. <br />
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Today I did it five minutes quicker, and again I'm getting the improvements from being able to complete higher unbroken reps. I had done a hero workout yesterday too, so expected to fade today. <br />
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So I'm fairly certain now it's having a positive effect. I won't keep banging on about it, but I've found it fascinating what one supplement can do. Is opening my eyes to the nutrition side of things too, shows it makes a difference what gas is in the tank. -
[quote name='BartMan' timestamp='1359756464' post='340996']<br />
I use two scoops and probably about 200ml of water, so it still tastes good!!!<br />
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Funny.....was looking though my training log from about this time last year and I was talking about how good nutratech rage (old version) was and got this Bart response....<br />
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[quote name='BartMan' timestamp='1331152629' post='273796']<br />
I reckon all that pre workout stuff is a crock of ........... A never really get a boost, that I notice at anyrate! I like a coffee and a sit down for 20 minutes before we hit the gym!! <br />
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Getting closer to my weight goal, stood at 80.0kg after the morning gym session today (150 wall balls for time, yuck). But I can't count that as it's after exercise, and just measuring how much sweat I've lost.<br />
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Really still around 80.5ish, but getting trimmer at the same weight (finally off my stomach too).<br />
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Workouts are still going well, lots of PBs in the last few weeks, across different styles of WODs. Was most happy with taking over two minutes off my Murph time, considering that takes 50mins.<br />
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Looking forward to starting to see 7s on those scales.
