Wednesday February 3, 2011

The meet was fantastic. So many great lifts - from first-timers to pros - from 100 pounds to 1160 pounds - it was an incredible day. I was honored to judge the meet.

Congratulations to our team - Shawna, Ghislain, Joanick, Joffrey and Chris - fantastic job - we have got to find a way to get Ghislain to lift in the meets as he does with us each Sunday...we will.

Team members who also were volunteers did an incredible job - Big Leo, Leo the Greek, Shany, Jarod, Mike, Carmine - incredible work on the platform, spotting, loading, keeping our lifters safe and motivated. I was very proud of our efforts to run the meet safely, smoothly and fairly. Big shout out to Phil who ran the platform all day long - checking weights, keeping the loaders loading - incredible effort. Scott not only benched but also worked the mike, keeping the meet running smoothly...Nicole was everywhere and her efforts were so appreciated - starting Friday night...Pam did a fantastic job manning the scorer's table - could not have done without you...too many people to thank...makes it impossible to get everyone - will likely leave people out - fantastic day and incredible effort from those who performed on the platform to all those who supported their heroic efforts. Bravo.

So - where the heck is my training? Since the meet December 5, 2010, I have been traveling a little too much, sleeping a little too little, sick a little too often - and yes, shamefully training a little too often and a little too light.

Wednesday February 3, 2011 - Light Bench - Getting back at it

Last night I found a new gym in Charleston and it was 'light bench' day. I benched up to a plate for 3 reps, then did pausees with 115 - and some support exercises - my body was shakey from the effort, but I felt pretty good.

So steady as she goes I will work my way back up -