Yesterday I competed at my first Strongman competitors. What a tremendous day spent with excellent individuals. There have been 51 athletes making it the biggest Strongman competitors in Manitoba historical past. With the steering of Tyler Sigurson (@chudlife) and many skilled volunteers the whole lot ran alongside easily. @strongmanitoba is gaining recognition. This is how my lower than spectacular day went.
I used to be so nervous. My cardio is shit. Not solely does the load harm however so does the exhaustion. Definetly the primary factor to work on.
Occasion 1 was 200lbs Axle C&P. I’ve by no means cleaned a 200lbs axle so zeroing this occasion was a robust posibility. I pulled the axle as much as my intestine 3 times with finishing the clear on one. That is higher than something I did in coaching so dispite no reps its a win for me.
Occasion 2 was the Assending Bar Deadlift. Beginning weight was 435lbs growing by 30lbs every rep. I managed 435,465,495lbs however failed 525lbs. Trying again I ought to have put extra effort into 525lbs. Usually its a simple weight for me. Oh properly, subsequent time.
Occasion 3 was a catastrophe. Three makes an attempt on the opening 20lbs Sand Bag over 15ft. None went over the bar. 20lbs is a simple weight for me however my type is crap. Yet one more factor to work on.
Occasion 4 was the Dinnie Rings. 215lbs proper hand 175lbs left hand. I did not zero this occasion. I managed about 6ft on the primary choose and 5ft on the second. Contemplating I solely educated this twice and as soon as with competitors weight I really feel I did okay.
Occasion 5 was the Haviland Carry. 200lbs sand bag for 50ft and a 185lbs farmers deal with for 40ft. Both collectively or individually. I managed the farmers deal with however could not elevate the 200lbs sand bag.
I completed second of two 50+ grasp athletes. The areas for enchancment are painfully apparent. Lose about 40lbs, enhance my cardiovascular health and follow the occasions. This was my first correct Strongman occasion and I am not injured. Thats a win.
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