At the end of November I will be attending the IBBC Bulgarian Bag Certificate delivered by Optimal Life Fitness.
For those who have never seen a Bulgarian bag it was originally developed by Ivan Ivanov who is the head coach of the Greco Roman wrestling team at the United States Olympic Education Center (USOEC).
More information can be found here:-
http://ibbconline.com/
Bulgarian Bag training is an intense and incredibly effective way of increasing the bodies muscular endurance, anaerobic power and over all strength.
A Bulgarian Bag workout has to be experienced to be appreciated. These funny shaped bags can deliver truly BRUTAL sessions!
Here is a clip of me training for the Spin Test which is a prerequisite for passing the course.
The test comprises of:-
10 spins on each direction followed by 10 push ups.
This is repeated 5 times in under 3 minutes 30 seconds.
Saturday 30 October 2010
My Recent Powerlifting Competition
Apologies for the lack of updates on my blog, it seems the world and his wife wish to get in shape for the upcoming festive season so consequently I have been kept incredibly busy!
A couple of weeks ago I took part in the British Drug Free Powerlifting All English competition held in Bournemouth. This competition was run by Paul Rees from Bournemouth Barbell Club who always puts on a great day. The All English was the first opportunity to qualify for the British Championships next year and my goal on this occasion was to qualify.
On the build up to the competition I took it upon myself to drop a weight category from the 82.5kg Class to the 75kg Class. This was mainly due to me wishing to be more competitive by holding onto my current strength levels while reducing body fat.
Prior to the cut I was walking round at a body weight of 85kg and over the course of 6 weeks dropped to 75kg on the morning before the competition. My approach consisted of lots of strength training combined with high intensity conditioning using kettlebells and Bulgarian Bag training. The result is I look and feel so much more athletic which is always a good thing!
On the day of the competition I weighed in at 74.3kg after a little fluid manipulation the day previous. Perfect!
I had a great day and managed the following lifts:-
Squat 135kg, 142.5kg, 150kg
Bench Press 110kg, 115kg, 120kg
Deadlift 180kg, 187.5kg, 195kg.
Each of the top lifts was a personal best at this body weight and my total of 465kg qualifies me early for the British Champs next year.
Now I have the winter to prepare and gradually get stronger while keeping my body weight around the 77kg mark. So far it is going incredibly well and last week I hit a 170kg * 6 rep personal best and 190kg sumo deadlift.
Here is a clip of the 190kg Sumo Deadlift.
A couple of weeks ago I took part in the British Drug Free Powerlifting All English competition held in Bournemouth. This competition was run by Paul Rees from Bournemouth Barbell Club who always puts on a great day. The All English was the first opportunity to qualify for the British Championships next year and my goal on this occasion was to qualify.
On the build up to the competition I took it upon myself to drop a weight category from the 82.5kg Class to the 75kg Class. This was mainly due to me wishing to be more competitive by holding onto my current strength levels while reducing body fat.
Prior to the cut I was walking round at a body weight of 85kg and over the course of 6 weeks dropped to 75kg on the morning before the competition. My approach consisted of lots of strength training combined with high intensity conditioning using kettlebells and Bulgarian Bag training. The result is I look and feel so much more athletic which is always a good thing!
On the day of the competition I weighed in at 74.3kg after a little fluid manipulation the day previous. Perfect!
I had a great day and managed the following lifts:-
Squat 135kg, 142.5kg, 150kg
Bench Press 110kg, 115kg, 120kg
Deadlift 180kg, 187.5kg, 195kg.
Each of the top lifts was a personal best at this body weight and my total of 465kg qualifies me early for the British Champs next year.
Now I have the winter to prepare and gradually get stronger while keeping my body weight around the 77kg mark. So far it is going incredibly well and last week I hit a 170kg * 6 rep personal best and 190kg sumo deadlift.
Here is a clip of the 190kg Sumo Deadlift.
Sunday 3 October 2010
Eastbourne Boot Camp - Winter Sessions
If you are looking to stay in tip top shape this winter but have no desire to step foot into an over crowded, sweaty gym and perform boring workouts that deliver at best, mediocre results, then look no further than Eastbourne Boot Camp this winter.
Eastbourne Boot Camp is truly unique, there are simply NO OTHER classes like this in Eastbourne.
So what sets Eastbourne Boot Camp apart from all other classes?
Matt Shore is the founder of EBC ans is the leading Advanced Kettlebell Instructor in the South East.
All sessions are based around intense kettlebell, bulgarian bag, battling rope and functional fitness training techniques. These techniques are implemented to strengthen and tone your muscles while burning lots of calories and helping your body to burn more fat - even when resting! In addition you can look forward to increased joint stability, flexibility and total body fitness.
When you enrol on Eastbourne Boot Camp you get free access to one of the leading personal trainers in the county who is willing to answer any questions you may have.
You are helped every step of the way by a free information pack which details how to lose weight effectively and get the most from your training and nutrition.
The current boot camp block starts on Monday 4th October and runs until Saturday 30th October.
Times of sessions are:-
Monday 19:00 - 20:00 @ Hillbrow Sports Centre Astro Turf, Denton Rd, Eastbourne
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00 @ Hillbrow Sports Centre Astro Turf, Denton Rd, Eastbourne
Saturday 09:00 - 10:00 @ Gildredge Park, Eastbourne.
More information can be found at: -
Eastbourne Boot Camp - Winter Fitness!
Eastbourne Boot Camp is truly unique, there are simply NO OTHER classes like this in Eastbourne.
So what sets Eastbourne Boot Camp apart from all other classes?
Matt Shore is the founder of EBC ans is the leading Advanced Kettlebell Instructor in the South East.
All sessions are based around intense kettlebell, bulgarian bag, battling rope and functional fitness training techniques. These techniques are implemented to strengthen and tone your muscles while burning lots of calories and helping your body to burn more fat - even when resting! In addition you can look forward to increased joint stability, flexibility and total body fitness.
When you enrol on Eastbourne Boot Camp you get free access to one of the leading personal trainers in the county who is willing to answer any questions you may have.
You are helped every step of the way by a free information pack which details how to lose weight effectively and get the most from your training and nutrition.
The current boot camp block starts on Monday 4th October and runs until Saturday 30th October.
Times of sessions are:-
Monday 19:00 - 20:00 @ Hillbrow Sports Centre Astro Turf, Denton Rd, Eastbourne
Thursday 19:00 - 20:00 @ Hillbrow Sports Centre Astro Turf, Denton Rd, Eastbourne
Saturday 09:00 - 10:00 @ Gildredge Park, Eastbourne.
More information can be found at: -
Eastbourne Boot Camp - Winter Fitness!
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