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fast does lie

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resistance bands, front squats, and the RVJ
« on: June 17, 2013, 10:14:15 pm »
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Lately, i bought some resistance bands on ebay for just $18.  They are 50lb resistance which is perfect.  The reason is b/c the have aesthetic flaws like chalky surfaces etc...

I realize that it has helped me in getting the 90% + RM weights up smoother and faster.

Regarding front squats, it is great for jumping posture and lower back strength.  The toughest part with front squat is keeping a solid lower back, it is a lot easier on the quads.

Regarding the RVJ, i do a lot better with a SVJ or 3 step RVJ then a true RVJ.  Not sure how those blacks (mostly) like tdub or jusfly just runs up there jumps 50+inches.  they must have kangaroo genes.
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33yrs | 24in SVJ | >45% BF | 227LB | 5'9 | 7'5 reach | 400lb max squat paused | 5'8 wingspan | 26in RVJ

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Goal: Maintain 385-405lb squat while cutting down to 165 LB

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Re: resistance bands, front squats, and the RVJ
« Reply #1 on: June 20, 2013, 09:10:06 am »
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I say that to myself after every hangover :D
current vertical: 32.5 inches
longterm goal: 35 inches
shortterm goal 120kgx5 squat
squat: 5x105kg
size: 6,1 weight: 77kg

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Re: resistance bands, front squats, and the RVJ
« Reply #2 on: June 20, 2013, 09:35:05 am »
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Yeah, me too!

Oh wait... never had any hangover ever.
Current PR status:

All time squat: 165 kg/Old age squat: 130 kg
All time deadlift: 184 kg/Old age deadlift: 140 kg
All time bench: 85 kg/Old age bench: 70kgx5reps
All time hip thrust (same as old age hip thrust): 160kgx5reps