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Shamas' Training So Far
« on: January 10, 2009, 01:31:26 AM »
    This is the beginning of my Journal. I never really keep track of these sorts of things, but if it helps me improve quickly and efficiently I would be a fool not to try it out.
    Things I am working on
    • Kong to Precision
    • Bar Muscle Ups
    • Standing Back Flip
    • Aerial
    • Higher Wall Run
    • Kong to Cat
    • Self Motivation (Eating Healthy Being Healthy)
    • Levitation

    thoughts comments?
    I won't be putting what I eat really ... I am not sure exactly why people do, but I am sure someone will explain it to me.

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« Last Edit: February 20, 2009, 05:23:26 AM by Shamas »
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #1 on: January 10, 2009, 09:58:59 AM »
Hey man, it's good that you are starting a training log!
Although, your goals need some direction. As Chris has told me, you need some goals, hard hitting GOALS!

Read this article by Steve Low and view my training log if you need any tips

http://eshlow.blogspot.com/#I

http://www.americanparkour.com/component/option,com_smf/Itemid,159/topic,14426.0/
My training log^
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #2 on: January 10, 2009, 11:14:01 AM »
The reason I try to write what I eat is generally so I can see from an objective standpoint how it influinces my day and what affect is has on my training.
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #3 on: January 10, 2009, 04:21:01 PM »
I want to be able to do 3-5 of all the listed above confidently.

30 sit ups while in Travis Noble's Default Position. (wonderous burn)  -1month-

Hold TN Default Position for 3min, handstand 3min, Planche 1min45sec -1month-

I want to achieve the one handed cart wheel as well as the aerial. -2months-

Monkey walk (QM) for 10minutes straight using all variations coming to mind -1week-

Body weight kept around 175 with 5lb flux.
Land silently always -2weeks-

Land 8ft precision jump confidently and quietly
« Last Edit: February 20, 2009, 05:24:39 AM by Shamas »
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #4 on: January 12, 2009, 01:10:42 PM »
I think I will need a bit more direction than "not hard hitting enough". I respect the concept, but for my personality I can take criticism. I need to know how I should be setting my goals or if the way I have it is fine. Tips, training methods, and ways to keep disciplined will help me tremendously. Also, keep in mind that I am more about training techniques than fitness. So, the % of fat to muscle doesn't phase me. I'm more about running three miles without tax, doing handstands for periods of time, and confidently completing multiple techniques and flips (practical).


Comments and thoughts are more than welcome-no matter how negative they sound.
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #5 on: January 14, 2009, 09:52:51 PM »
1 14 09
Diet
I guess I will keep track of what I eat to make sure I am watching my intake.
2 Ham Sandwiches no mayo some mustard
water
2Tendergrill patties in a garden Salad
1 spicy chicken

Exercise
Handstands (improper), dips, planches, stretches

1 15 09
Diet
Pizza!!! couple slices
Kashi Bars (4)
Powerade and some Pepsi (cherry....because ITS GOOD)
1 banana
some water
more PIZZA when I got home.

Exercise
Proper handstands, front flips, back flips, round offs, Kong to Percisions, Cartwheels, levitations...okay not really, some crap where I pull my knees to my chest in an explosive manner.....it sucked good.
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #6 on: January 14, 2009, 10:09:17 PM »
QM Monkey walk 10min with variations achieved....my legs are tired.
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #7 on: January 17, 2009, 12:30:55 AM »
Diet
I ate alot today. I was so hungry. 2Tendergrill Garen Salad    5chicken tenders 1 tendercrisp patty with some ranch and some fries. .... and a Butterfinger Pie (so good)

Training
20 Dips, Handstands, cartwheels, and some roundoffs.
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #8 on: January 17, 2009, 01:53:38 PM »
Also, keep in mind that I am more about training techniques than fitness. So, the % of fat to muscle doesn't phase me. I'm more about running three miles without tax, doing handstands for periods of time, and confidently completing multiple techniques and flips (practical).

a couple things to add: your goals are very technique oriented (which is fine) but it would help to have some sort of strength goals as well. if you're stronger you will be able to jump higher/farther/with more control, pull yourself up faster/easier/etc. Just by becoming stronger and more explosive you can improve all of your techniques.

You would probably want to look into starting strength or similar programs like Bill Starr's 3x5 for beginners (google these; tons of resources on them). As a new trainee the gains will come very quick so long as you learn proper form and are consistent. If you didn't want to try these programs (which would mean missing out on a fast route to an intermediate level of strength) then you could at least pick out a few exercises, say 1 push, pull, legs, and core to zone in on. For example: dips, pull ups, squat, and L-sit. Then you just focus on linear progression and add weight/decrease leverage to make them a little harder each session, sticking to 3x4-6 reps after a warm up. It'd also be best to focus on strength first, since greater strength increases your potential endurance, whereas endurance doesn't carryover into strength.

also, although you may say, "i want a higher wall run" that is quite vague. That could mean just 1 inch higher (which growing could take care of) or a whole foot. A wall run is not the easiest thing to use as a reference point for your training, whereas if you were too look at your vertical leap/box jump you can more accurately gauge progress, and there is still a large carryover to your wall run. A vertical leap is not nearly so technique focused, and can still accurately represent your explosiveness.

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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #9 on: January 17, 2009, 11:59:12 PM »
Thank You

That is actually what I am looking for. I will look into those resources. Also, I was vague on the wall run. Albeit, I am almost 21 and probably won't grow much more in height (if at all) I would like to add an inch to my wall runs. I have not measured them in a while, but I will and make the goal then.


Thank you again, That was what I needed.

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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #10 on: January 18, 2009, 10:11:49 AM »
no problem. about the wall runs; if you get stronger, you will add much more than one inch to them. Even slight improvements in technique and touch in the movement will tack on more height.

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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #11 on: January 22, 2009, 11:30:48 AM »

I want to achieve the one handed cart wheel as well as the aerial. -2months-

Monkey walk (QM) for 10minutes straight using all variations coming to mind -1week-

Body weight kept around 175 with 5lb flux.


All fo these I have achieved excluding the aerial, but I am getting good training on that and will do it soon.
As for the 2week goals I am still working on landing silently and the precision jump needs work still.
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #12 on: January 23, 2009, 10:00:07 PM »
I worked on handstands today....

I started a new routine that i will do mornings and nights.

I post it soon
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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #13 on: January 26, 2009, 01:09:41 PM »
I've been slacking alot lately.

ROUTINE
5x8 push-ups (normal close elbowed center)
5x2 push-ups (mantis)
10x5 sit-p (regular)
5x3 Leg lifts
strive for the 2 minute TN-Default Sitting Position
Handstand 10 consecutive seconds

DIET
I have been eating light meats such as chicken. I have also been eating various nuts and trail mixes. Beverages have been water, Powerades, and various juices.

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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #14 on: January 29, 2009, 12:34:25 AM »
today was good
We went to Branch
I worked alot on Btwists backflips, kong to precisions, aerials, and a few other things. It was pretty awesome. My shoulders hurt. I need to stretch before bed.
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« Reply #15 on: January 30, 2009, 01:06:23 AM »
Today was a bit bad. I didn't do any of the exercises and I hate alot of fatty foods, Fried and whatnot. I just didn't care today.
Tomorrow will be better.

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Re: Shamas' Training So Far
« Reply #16 on: February 02, 2009, 04:42:36 PM »
I didn't get to training for the last 3days. Shame Shame on Shamas.

Will resume tomorrow.
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« Reply #17 on: February 05, 2009, 12:49:11 AM »
BAH!
another two days without the routine. I will resume tomorrow. I need to stop skipping days.
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« Reply #18 on: February 08, 2009, 08:12:50 PM »
Dex and I ran out and did night training. Good Clean Fun. woot
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« Reply #19 on: February 09, 2009, 08:22:33 PM »
I am now working on handstands from frog position....theyre easier to get than i thought, 3 attempts today.
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