Phase 1 of Training
I started “phase two” of my training on October 19th. Phase 1, which happened to be the first four weeks of training for me, went by quickly and it was great. I felt amazing, minus a couple days of lower back pain before checking in with my chiropractor. The first phase consisted primarily of a high volume of lifting: 4 or 5 sets of 10 or 12 reps for each exercise, as well as the most running volume I’ll get all year. That’s not to say that I won’t run going forward, but I will most likely be running with a sled attached to me or uphill for the most part. Fun, right?
Also, If you know me, you’ll know that I take my lifting seriously. My big weight room goals for this year are to hang clean 300 lbs and hang snatch 200 lbs. I think that these lifts are a good indicator of how explosive I’ll be on the track/runway and good lifting sessions prior to a meet tend to = good meet results for me. Considering how the last four weeks went in the weight room, I don’t think I’ll have a problem hitting those numbers.
I’ve also been doing some light bounding here and there and in spite of the fact that I felt flat for the first week or two things, have picked up very quickly and my body is starting to get back to where it was last season. The triple jump is definitely like riding a bike and I’m fortunate for that since it means I can pretty much pick up where I left off in terms of training and even speed work although I haven’t even looked at my sprint or jumping spikes since starting up. I’m ready to take on more in this next phase of practice though, so onward and upward!
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October 28th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
WoW!! This site is amazing!! I am truly motivated by you Samyr. I know you are a very hard worker and it shows. You are truly an inspiration to me and you inspire me to be a great athlete. It definitely has been a long time coming. All the hard workouts through the rain, snow, freezing cold, and after a long day of work or class, proves that hard work does pay off. I am so PROUD of you, your perseverance, dedication, determination, drive and heart for the sport you love is magnificent! Let the world know you have arrived! I’m excited about your seasons ahead and I know youre going to be even greater! I’m here to support and encourage you always. LOVE YOU!
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October 28th, 2009 at 2:26 pm
I hope that the new website that we produced for you will be a great type of documentation of your hard work and dedication on your journey to London 2012! And far beyond! I wish you all the best of luck in the trainings and future meets.
I hope this website will serve you well. And for anyone else interested – http://www.lowgravity.pl
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October 28th, 2009 at 3:09 pm
Working with You was just a pleasure
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October 29th, 2009 at 9:03 am
SUPER SAM!
WOW! This website is out of CONTROL! AWESOME!
Can’t wait until I get some video of your jumps and DEFINITELY of the 200 lb snatch! The 300lbs hang clean is going to be cake for you, I know.
Great job. Keep it going. You’re the best of the best and I know it’s onward and upward.
And I’ll *definitely* see you at the top!
NG
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October 29th, 2009 at 11:02 am
Thanks a ton for the support as always Nicky. I’ll be sure to post those lifts in a couple of weeks!
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October 31st, 2009 at 4:49 pm
I feeling this site son – Congrats on ALL of your achievements! Many more to come! no doubt!
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