Kora Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 Hi Kora, Hey thanks for the info, not a huge fan, but it should be a fun day out:) CheersRob Not a big fan, huh...lol I can probably guess why not so I want ask. Despite how he got to where he is, he is a very knowledgeable man and very nice guy. Very dedicated to his methods of training. He's also pretty honest about it. I've heard good thing about his seminars you should enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted August 23, 2013 Author Share Posted August 23, 2013 LOL, just more a fan of the natural physique and H.I.T methods Kora:) Last time i went to a seminar was in 98 to see Dorian Yates, despite being a really down to earth guy, the seminar revolved mostly around the topic of steroids, i really got my eyes opened that day, i knew they took drugs, but not to the degree that Dorian explained, but back then the big name bodybuilding magazines wanted to keep a lid on the whole drug thing because the IFBB were really pushing to get into the Olympic's. Anyway - Mr Priest was one of the first guys to speak out against the IFBB, so they banned him. Still, i don't think he cares, he seems happy doing his own thing. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted August 25, 2013 Author Share Posted August 25, 2013 Yesterdays workout was... 1. Underhand Pulldowns - one set to failure2. Chest supported Row - 5 mini sets of 3 reps, with 10 second rest pauses between sets - last mini set to failure3. Preacher Curl Machine - one set to failure4. Weighted Prone Hypers 4 x 5 rep clusters, with 10 second rest pauses between mini sets - last mini set to failure *exercises 1 & 3 also had 5-10 second rest pauses between reps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeVeganDee Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Hi Rob, Thanks for starting this journal and sharing all your info and videos on the HIT training. It is fascinating and I am enjoying reading / watching the vids. Can you recommend any more? Tonight was my first attempt of training this way. I hope your new gym works out well for you. Dee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted August 27, 2013 Author Share Posted August 27, 2013 Hi Dee, Thank you mate:) When i first started reading about H.I.T back in the mid 90s, it was a real eye opener, in particular, the work of Mike Mentzer, he used the most objective language imaginable, it was like having a bucket of ice water thrown over ya. I would strongly recommend you read, watch and listen to his work. There are some other very good H.I.T trainers/writers about, one being John Little (who was a close friend of Mikes), he has conducted research and has overseen something like 70,000 H.I.T workouts at his facility in Canada, hes also the founder of Max Contraction Training, a H.I.T method that i (and many others) have found to be a very productive technique. I don't recommend it exclusively as its a high stress technique, however its a great technique to have in your arsenal that can be salted into your training from time to time to really shake thing's up. Here's the Max Contraction Training video..http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekJtCzRnD7E Here's a brilliant interview JL did for high intensity nation a couple of years agohttp://www.highintensitynation.com/2011/01/high-intensity-interview-of-the-month-john-little/ This was one of the first articles of Mikes work i read...its called "bodybuilders are confused". http://www.mikementzer.com/hdchap1.html If you want more links or want me to elaborate more on the theory or a particular technique just let me know:) Best Wishes Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbear666 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 hey Rob, havent been on for a while just popped in to say hello good to see the HIT flag is still being flown! mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeVeganDee Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Hi Dee, Thank you mate:) When i first started reading about H.I.T back in the mid 90s, it was a real eye opener, in particular, the work of Mike Mentzer, he used the most objective language imaginable, it was like having a bucket of ice water thrown over ya. I would strongly recommend you read, watch and listen to his work. There are some other very good H.I.T trainers/writers about, one being John Little (who was a close friend of Mikes), he has conducted research and has overseen something like 70,000 H.I.T workouts at his facility in Canada, hes also the founder of Max Contraction Training, a H.I.T method that i (and many others) have found to be a very productive technique. I don't recommend it exclusively as its a high stress technique, however its a great technique to have in your arsenal that can be salted into your training from time to time to really shake thing's up. Here's the Max Contraction Training video..http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekJtCzRnD7E Here's a brilliant interview JL did for high intensity nation a couple of years agohttp://www.highintensitynation.com/2011/01/high-intensity-interview-of-the-month-john-little/ This was one of the first articles of Mikes work i read...its called "bodybuilders are confused". http://www.mikementzer.com/hdchap1.html If you want more links or want me to elaborate more on the theory or a particular technique just let me know:) Best Wishes Rob Thanks a million for this Rob. I'll have a good watch at the vids and google MM and get back for further discussion. Cheers. Dee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 hey Rob, havent been on for a while just popped in to say hello good to see the HIT flag is still being flown! mike Hi Mike, How's it going mate, and how's your training going? Oh Yes, still shouten (H)it from the roof tops:) BestRob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 Hi Dee, Thank you mate:) When i first started reading about H.I.T back in the mid 90s, it was a real eye opener, in particular, the work of Mike Mentzer, he used the most objective language imaginable, it was like having a bucket of ice water thrown over ya. I would strongly recommend you read, watch and listen to his work. There are some other very good H.I.T trainers/writers about, one being John Little (who was a close friend of Mikes), he has conducted research and has overseen something like 70,000 H.I.T workouts at his facility in Canada, hes also the founder of Max Contraction Training, a H.I.T method that i (and many others) have found to be a very productive technique. I don't recommend it exclusively as its a high stress technique, however its a great technique to have in your arsenal that can be salted into your training from time to time to really shake thing's up. Here's the Max Contraction Training video..http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekJtCzRnD7E Here's a brilliant interview JL did for high intensity nation a couple of years agohttp://www.highintensitynation.com/2011/01/high-intensity-interview-of-the-month-john-little/ This was one of the first articles of Mikes work i read...its called "bodybuilders are confused". http://www.mikementzer.com/hdchap1.html If you want more links or want me to elaborate more on the theory or a particular technique just let me know:) Best Wishes Rob Thanks a million for this Rob. I'll have a good watch at the vids and google MM and get back for further discussion. Cheers. Dee Pleasure, look forward to hearing about your progress (and progress you will my friend Best Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 1, 2013 Author Share Posted September 1, 2013 It was the opening day of the new H.I.T gym today, called Elysium gym, went for a wee nosy, looks great. Unfortunately no Nautilus equipment, but not to worry, they've new model life fitness machines, both stack and plate loaded. Just to reiterate, i'm a machine guy, i want none of my focus to be lost on balance and coordination (instability compromises overload). and they allow me to perform high intensity techniques such as static holds, as they provide full resistance in the contracted position. Machines have also allowed me to work around some injuries, in particular my lower back problems. I am not deterred in the slightest by what the free weight traditionalists have to say, they'd have you believe that man has benefited from the industrial revolution in every way apart from in the arena of strength training! One post i read recently on this forum stated "machines are typically useless compared to free weights when it comes to real world strength" Hmm, I've mostly used machines for 20+ years, in that time i've become much stronger and bigger, and as a by-product, everyday tasks and other activities (such as martial arts training) have also become easier, is this not "real world strength"??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 2, 2013 Author Share Posted September 2, 2013 29-8-13 1. Leg extension - one set to failuresupperesetted with...2. Seated Leg Presses - one set to failure3. Lying leg curl - one set to failure4. Standing calf Raise - one set to failure 2-9-13New gym 1. Pec Deck - static hold to failuresupersetted with...2. Seated plate loaded Incline press machine - one set to failure3. Lateral Raise Machine - one set to failure4. Seated Dip Machine - one set to failure Love the new gym, its great to have a H.I.T gym on my doorstep, you can only book in for half hour slots, which is great, stops the gym from being over crowded, nothing worse than trying to workout in a busy gym, not to mention waiting on piece of equipment with some clown on it who's under the illusion they need to perform 5-10 sets per exercise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 5, 2013 Author Share Posted September 5, 2013 So i've booked 10 sessions with the current Mr Northern Ireland BB Champion John Martini (hes also 8 weeks out from the Mr Universe), John's a Hitter through and through, its strange, apart from having several months of phone consultation's with Mike Mentzer, ive never had a trainer in my life. So it'll be interesting to see what John comes up with, he was recently over at Temple Gym in Birmingham with Dorian Yates for a few workouts with him, said it was a great but very painful experience, i can imagine lol. First session tomorrow night..... Legs:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 7, 2013 Author Share Posted September 7, 2013 So had my first workout with John Martini last night, the first thing i noticed about him was his legs/calfs, unbelievable development! John's keeping me on the same split routine, and exercises i already perform (due to my injury history), however he's really upped the intensity!! The workout...CHEST1. Incline D-B Flyes, one set to failure + 3 forced reps 2. Seated Incline Press Machine, one set to failure + 2 forced reps + 2 negatives (with added back force)SHOULDERS3. Seated D-B Lateral Raise, one set to failure + 2 forced reps + 2 standing cheat reps4. Seated Shoulder Press press, one set of failure + 2 forced reps TRICEPS5. Triceps Press-down, one set to failure + 2 forced reps and one drop setDone. 15 minutes of hell!! For years i thought i was training in H.I.T, but i realize now i wasnt even close, this first workout has opened my eyes to the true meaning of the term H.I.T! A few very good pointers John gave me-1. On the shoulder press he had me perform the negative portion of the rep in superslow fashion, the difference it made was incredible, he explained that throwing a spanner in the works like that really gets the bodies attention.2. Since i'm more focused on hypertrophy, he said to pre-exhaust every bodypart, he said starting each bodypart with a compound movement is great for strength, but for hypertrophy...pre-exhaust first (he himself pre-exhaust's everything, he said its made a huge difference). Next workout wont be for 4-5 days, that'll be Back and Biceps...GULP:( Heres a video of John, his 7-8 weeks out now from the Mr Universe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 9, 2013 Author Share Posted September 9, 2013 (edited) So i was in the gym tonight with my trainer sooner than i thought... BACK1. Pullover - one set to failure + 3 forced reps2. Seated Chest Supported Rows - one set to failure + 2 forced reps and then 2 partial reps3. Biceps Machine - one set to failure + static hold in the position of maximum motor arm 4. Weighted Back Extension - one set to failure There was a 1-2 second hold in the contracted position of each movement. Legs on Friday, cant wait for that one:)) Edited January 14, 2014 by HIT Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 16, 2013 Author Share Posted September 16, 2013 So just got done with my 3 workout with my trainer John Martini, had a throat infection last week, so we left it until today... Legs1. Leg Extension - one set to failure + forced and negative reps2. Seated Leg Press - one set to failure + forced reps3. Leg Extension - static hold to failure4. Standing Leg Curl - one set to failure + forced reps5. Lying Leg Curl - one set to failure + forced reps6. Calf Presses - one set to failure + drop set to failure One of the most painful workouts i've done in a long time, after training to failure and using intensifiers on the leg extension, the seated leg press was a real "pleasant" experience (not)! For me though, this workout was a little overkill, i could have done without exercise's 3 and 5. For me 3-4 movements per workout is sufficient. Next workout is in 4-5 days time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 20, 2013 Author Share Posted September 20, 2013 Tonight's workout with my trainer... Chest / Shoulder / Triceps Inline D-B Flye - (pre-exhaustion) 70kgs (total) x 8 reps to failure + 2 forced reps, then one drop set with 40kgs (total) to failure (4 second static hold in the stretched position) Hammer Incline Press 140kgs x 5 reps to failure + 2 forced reps and 2 superslow negatives Seated D-B Lateral Raises (Pre-exhaustion)30kgs x 11 reps to failure + 2 half reps and 4 partials to failure Smith Machine Shoulder Press85kgs x 7 reps to failure + 2 forced reps Cable Triceps Press-downsstack x 12 reps to failure + 3 forced reps with superslow negatives Another really good workout, was completed in 16 minutes, Chest, shoulder and triceps were toast, was up on everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 25, 2013 Author Share Posted September 25, 2013 23-9-13 Back - Biceps 1. Machine Pullover **97.5kgs x 7 reps to failure + 2 forced reps with increased resistance superslow negatives 2. Seated Chest Supported Row Machine*105kgs x 6 reps to failure + 2 forced reps + Drop set with 80kgs to failure 3. D-B Shrugs95kgs (total) x 15 reps to failure 4. Biceps Machine 67.5kgs x 7 reps to failure + 2 forced reps with increased resistance superslow negatives 5. Weighted Back Extension* BW + 20kgs x static hold to failure **two warm-ups sets* one warm-up set Very happy with how my training and diet is going at the moment, am going up in weight and reps on every workout, I've decided to keep working with my trainer ongoing. Since beginning training with John, my recovery from workout to workout is better, I've more bounce in my step, am sleeping/resting better, and my lower back has been feeling pretty good as well. Legs on Friday, yeepee, my favorite...not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 25, 2013 Author Share Posted September 25, 2013 23-9-13 Back - Biceps 1. Machine Pullover **97.5kgs x 7 reps to failure + 2 forced reps with increased resistance superslow negatives 2. Seated Chest Supported Row Machine*105kgs x 6 reps to failure + 2 forced reps + Drop set with 80kgs to failure 3. D-B Shrugs95kgs (total) x 15 reps to failure 4. Biceps Machine 67.5kgs x 7 reps to failure + 2 forced reps with increased resistance superslow negatives 5. Weighted Back Extension* BW + 20kgs x static hold to failure **two warm-ups sets* one warm-up set Very happy with how my training and diet is going at the moment, am going up in weight and reps on every workout, I've decided to keep working with my trainer ongoing. Since beginning training with John, my recovery from workout to workout is better, I've more bounce in my step, am sleeping/resting better, and my lower back has been feeling pretty good as well. Legs on Friday, yeepee, my favorite...not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted September 28, 2013 Author Share Posted September 28, 2013 27-9-13 Legs (warm-up) - seated leg press x 2 light/medium sets 1. Leg Extension110kgs x 8 reps to failure + 2 forced reps 2. Seated Leg Press 180kgs x 17 reps to failure + 5 rest pause reps 3. Standing Leg Curl37.5kgs x 10 reps to failure + 2 forced reps 4. Seated Leg Curl80kgs x 9 reps to failure + static hold to failure 5. Standing Calf Raise100kgs x 12 reps to failure + 2 forced reps + static hold to failure Up weight and reps, thought i was going to be sick as the leg extension/press was supersetted, didn't half get ma heart rate up lol...Hopefully the DOMS isnt as bad this time, it took 5 days for the DOMS to subside after the last leg workout. Oh well, 4 days until next workout... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbear666 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 just looked back through your journal Rob, interesting stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted October 1, 2013 Author Share Posted October 1, 2013 just looked back through your journal Rob, interesting stuff Yes mate, there's no swinging weights around several days a week in my training, it aint sexy, but its effective and time efficient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted October 1, 2013 Author Share Posted October 1, 2013 Today's workout with my trainer John was by far my favorite, as he allowed me to incorporate my fav techniques... 1. Incline D-B Flye75kgs total x 8 reps to failure + 3 forced reps 2. Chest Press Machine140kgs x static holds to failure 3. Seated D-B Lateral Raises30kgs total x 12 reps to failure + 2 forced reps and several partials to failure 4. Shoulder Press Machine85kgs x negative only reps to failure 5. Rope Press-down12/15 plates x 11 reps to failure + 2 forced reps 6. One arm Rope Pressdown8/15 plates x static hold to failure Going to be using more static holds and negative only movements in future workouts, such techniques give you the most bang for your buck when it comes to stimulating growth. There also a great way of working around niggling injuries:) Next workout on Friday - Back and Biceps Eating wise, i've went back to having more carbs in my diet, but IFing again (8 hour feeding window) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted October 4, 2013 Author Share Posted October 4, 2013 Pull day... 1. Pullover machine - 102.5kgs x 6 reps to failure + 2 forced reps2. Pullowns - 110kgs x 5 reps to failure + 2 forced reps + 10 second rest then static hold to failure3. Rear Delt Machine - 75Kgs x static hold to failure + drop set to failure4. D-B Shrugs - 100kgs x 14 reps to failure5. Biceps Curl Machine - 75kgs x static hold to failure + drop set to failure6. Weighted Back Extension - BW + 20kgs x static hold to failure Despite being up on most lifts tonight's workout, i feel i should have left it for another day or two, feeling bit tired from working long hours this week, oh well, i'll take a good 4-5 days off before the next workout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mini Forklift Posted October 7, 2013 Share Posted October 7, 2013 I just ordered Mike's HIT DVD as well as a couple of others, should be interesting to watch. Just been watching all of the outtakes and extras on YouTube, tragic how sick he had became at the time of filming. Keep up the good work in here Rob, hope you had a great weekend MF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIT Rob Posted October 7, 2013 Author Share Posted October 7, 2013 Hey MF, Good video... Indeed, Mike had allowed himself to go down hill for some time, it was sad to watch, still, he hadn't lost his passion for the theory..or his dry sense of humor:) I believe Mike and Ray's father passed away early in his late thirties from heart issues, so that may have something to do with the bothers early deaths, but Mike of course hadn't been training himself for some time, moreover, he'd become a chain smoker and i believe was partial to a wee drop of Bourbon, Ray had also been suffering with health issues, a muscle wasting illness i believe, but i think the shock of losing his bother was too much, and he passed away just 2 days after Mikes passing. Moving forward...Their names, legacy's and contributions in the field will live on for a very long time to come:) Best Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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