Yesterday I competed at my first Strongman competitors. What an incredible day spent with excellent folks. There have been 51 athletes making it the most important Strongman competitors in Manitoba historical past. With the steerage of Tyler Sigurson (@chudlife) and many skilled volunteers every little thing ran alongside easily. @strongmanitoba is gaining reputation. Here is how my lower than spectacular day went.
I used to be so nervous. My cardio is shit. Not solely does the load damage 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 powerful 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 rising 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 straightforward 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 straightforward weight for me however my type is crap. Yet another 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 skilled 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 apply the occasions. This was my first correct Strongman occasion and I am not injured. Thats a win.
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