Remarkably, it's Tuesday, two days out from the weekend carb load, and I'm feeling like a stud. I'm not sure I've got the carbs quite right, but it feels better than last week. One thing, I seem to sweat a good bit more.
As I mentioned in my last note, Nancy and I are on a hypertrophy phase. This is the light week.
Here's today's workout:
- Nautilus Leg Press (60% 1RM): 275 lbs./ 12 reps X 4 sets
- Single leg pulley leg curl (60% 1RM): 70/8X3
- Smith Lunges (60%): 113/12X4
- Bent Underhand Rows with EZ Bar (60%): 105/12X4
- Back Extensions: 15X3
- BOSU Crunches: 15X3
- Skull Crushers (60%): 65/12X4
One might wonder at the leg press. The movements is similar to the squat. Muscle activation studies show that the squat works the glutes and lower back more than the leg press. However, stress on the lower back may also be just the reason for avoiding the squat, particularly if you have back issues. One intriguing suggestion is to combine the leg press with a partial deadlift to get the glute activation. I may try that.
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