Warm-up and stretch or not to warm up and stretch? That is the question. I guess I will. Today is a day off where I usually do an active recovery, but I am finding it difficult to do this. I blame the internet and it's wonderful get-a-ways. Currently I have an OCD to check out sites like www.mindcrap.com and www.liveleak.com I just can't get enough of them.
My injury that kept me out of quality training is still present, but alot better. I am able to perform many movements that I couldn't do 6 weeks ago. When I first started back I had dropped from 59-60ft with the 18lb to 51 ft. Yes! a 8-9 decrease in throws. I am currently back up to 56 ft with the 18lb shot. Each week I am finding it a bit more tolerable to add in a bit more volume whether that be reps or exercises. Soon I will be back in full swing. As for meets... they are a no go this summer but I hope to participate in Delaware's Fall meet in September. Maybe by then I will be at 20 meters again.
Now paying more close attention to detail, I have noticed that I am weak as shit! However I am still able to get the ball moving (specific strength goodness). I feel that if I can get my strength back up or even surpass my old personal best along with working the Dr. B theories that big things can happen. Now, I am not looking to put up big numbers in 8 months I am thinking more like 20 months! Yes increasing weight in small increments of 7-10lbs monthly over an extended amount of time. I know what your thinking "7-10lbs is alot for 20 months... he'd be benching 550lbs!" When I say I am weak I mean really weak that a 7-10lb increment monthly will put me back up to my old numbers. This will keep muscle healthy (I hope so) rather than forcing fast strength gains which could lead to an unhealthy muscle. Strong but not dynamic to drop bombs! If I can stay at a slow akward pace towards March 2012, I think my response to training would be fantastic. Hey I am 30 and need to take it easy!
okay I need to stretch now or I won't do it.
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